Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Veterans Services

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Division of Veterans Services- Caring for America's Heroes

Competitive Wage range of $17.73 - $19.25 per hour DOE!

Additional 5% shift differential for evening and night shift.

This position will remain open until filled.

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The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is looking for exceptional individuals who can add value to our amazing team at the Veterans Home in Pocatello.

This opening is for full-time positions that come with amazing state benefits. We work hard to be team-focused, to celebrate our staff, and to end our workday knowing that we've made a difference in the lives of our residents. We welcome new graduates and seasoned professionals to join our team. We guarantee 40 hours per week to full-time employees regardless of census. Evening and Night shift employees receive an additional 5% shift differential .

Apply today and join our team!

WE OFFER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BEYOND COMPARE:

• Excellent low-cost Health , Dental and Vision insurance ( .

• Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSI Retirement ( .

• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start.

• Paid parental leave.

• Eleven paid holidays a year.

• Multiple retirement plans, including an optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plan.

• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance ( .

• Employee Assistance Program ( .

• Flexible Spending Accounts ( .

• Wellness programs.

• Robust ongoing training opportunities.

• Benefits Summary (Download PDF reader) ( .

Example of duties:

• Performs personal nursing care for elderly residents

• Determines resident needs and takes and records vital signs

• Provides personal hygiene care and maintains a safe and sanitary resident-care environment

• Lifts, positions, transports, and escorts residents and assists with walking and other body movements

• Feeds residents who require assistance and implements individual resident treatment plans as outlined by supervisor

• Records resident care, reporting changes in physical or mental status to health-care team

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of current Nursing Assistant Certification and listed on the Idaho State Nurse Aide Registry, OR

• Completion of a state-approved nurse aide training or competency evaluation program (NATCEP) and eligible for placement on the State Nurse Aide Registry, which requires:

Verification of completion of a state approved NATCEP; AND Verification the skills competency test has been passed;

AND

Verification the written test has been scheduled for placement on the CNA Registry.

Supplemental Questions:

All responses to supplemental questions must be supported in the work history, resume, and/or education portion of your application.

Clearance:

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services requires applicants to pass a criminal history background investigation after a conditional offer of employment.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY/TTD: 711), or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Questions?

Call Trudy Johnston, HR, at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.