Location: Roanoke,VA, USA
Certified Nursing AssistantJob no: 517069 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Roanoke (City), Virginia Categories: Health and Human ServicesTitle: Certified Nursing AssistantState Role Title: Certified Nursing AssistantHiring Range: $45,891 - $49,332Pay Band: 2Agency: Dept of Veterans ServicesLocation: Virginia Veterans Care CenterAgency Website: www.dvs.virginia.govRecruitment Type: General Public - GJob DutiesEnsure residents receive assistance with care, to whatever level required and/or ordered. Resident tasks are completed and documented within EMR with accuracy. Vital signs and weights are obtained and documented within EMR. Behaviors are monitored, documented and the charge nurse notified as needed. Resident safety always a priority, from monitoring and preventing falls, ensuring all safety devices are in place and functioning properly, special alarms and call bells are in place, bed positioning is correct and transfers are completed as required. Use of lifts are completed with proper equipment and staff assistance. Rounds are made at least every two hours to monitor residents assigned. Call lights are answered promptly, with courtesy and care provided as needed. Documentation completed as needed. Encourage residents to participate in activities and therapies, plus socialization in common areas. Monitor and observe resident's physical, mental and emotional conditions, reporting changes immediately to the charge nurse. Documentation completed regarding observations to ensure compliance and trigger of alerts. Compliance with facility policy regarding toileting and incontinence. Follow bowel and bladder protocols for residents assigned. Accurately monitor for bowel issues, reporting concerns to charge nurse. Monitor for lack of urine output. Accurately maintain Intake & Output. Ensure proper foley catheter placement and monitoring. Complete assignments as ordered, performing cleaning, stocking, and keeping resident areas orderly and neat. Participate in Emergency Preparedness drills as required. May be assigned to any unit as staffing needs change with short notice.Minimum QualificationsMust have a current Certified Nursing Assistant License in the state of Virginia.Additional ConsiderationsCPR certification upon hire or willing to obtain.Special InstructionsYou will receive a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check. and pre-employment drug screening and two TB Skin Tests are required.Salaries for current state employees will be determined according to the current state compensation plan.For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at www.jobs.virginia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact us if you need assistance.In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable from DARS.Contact InformationName: Kristen JohnsonPhone: (540) ###-#### Ext. 4903Email: ...@dvs.virginia.govIn support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-###-####, or DBVI at 800-###-####.Advertised: 12 Sep 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: