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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certified Nurse Aide (Nurse Aide) in Pennsylvania
Certified Nurse Aide (Nurse Aide)
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Certified Nurse Aide (Nurse Aide)
Salary
$43,314.00 - $55,394.00 Annually
Location
Philadelphia County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2024-87230
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Nrsg Dvh
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
9/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
30320
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
N1
Pay Group
ST03
Bureau / Division Code
00135180
Bureau / Division
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs / Delaware Valley Veterans' Home
Worksite Address
2701 Southampton Road
City
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19154
Contact Name
Jaime Doyle; Melanie Scott
Contact Phone
215-856-2836
Contact Email
jaidoyle@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you a Certified Nurse Aide who would like to work with an amazing team whose main goal is to ensure our nation's heroes receive the best care possible? If so, we have an opportunity for you! The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs, Delaware Valley Veterans' Home, is seeking full-time nurse aides for all shifts. The ideal candidate is a hardworking, compassionate, and caring individual who is devoted to taking care of our long-term care residents. Our facility offers veterans and their spouses dedicated and superior care.
If you are an ambitious and confident individual dedicated to providing quality resident care, this job is for you! Watch this video (https://youtube.com/embed/mrxmCAjd5ug?rel=0) to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home team, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Our enthusiastic and dedicated nursing staff provides 24-hour care, seven days per week. From helping our residents prepare for their day to assisting them with participating in exciting activities, you will play a huge role in their wellbeing. Through this day-to-day contact with our residents, you will have the ability to positively impact their quality of life by providing the best possible care.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50240444) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment; 8 hours per day; 80 hours biweekly
Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2: 30 PM, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with a 30-minute lunch.
Rotating days and weekends.
Overtime: As needed.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry;or
Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.
Special Requirement:
- This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualification:
Ability to work one of the following shifts:
1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM); rotating days and weekends.
2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM); rotating days and weekends.
3rd shift (10:00 PM to 6:30 AM); rotating days and weekends.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
A conditional offer of employment may require satisfactory completion of a medical examination .
This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess six or more months of full-time paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Do you possess active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry?
Yes
No
04
If yes, please list your certification number and expiration date below. If you do not have a certification, please list N/A in the text box.
05
Preferred Qualification: Indicate the type of shift you are interested in. (Check all that apply.)
1st shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM); Rotating Days & Weekends
2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM); Rotating Days & Weekends
3rd shift (10:30 PM – 6:00 AM); Rotating Days & Weekends
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov