Nurse Aide
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THE POSITIONMake a difference with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)! The Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Nurse Aides to provide superior care for our veterans and their families. We offer a rewarding career in healthcare that offers professional growth and a positive work atmosphere. If your call to action is assuring the safe delivery of quality health care, we want to hear from you!Watch this video 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 DMVA team!DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will join our enthusiastic and dedicated nursing staff to provide 24-hour care, seven days a 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 daily lives. 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. Find fulfillment in your work and make a difference in the lives of others with our team!Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:* Full-time employment (8 hours/day; 40 hours/week)* Work hours are 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM); rotating days and weekends, with a 30-minute lunch.* Working every other weekend is required* Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.* You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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.Legal Requirements:* A conditional offer of employment will require 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.In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.How to Apply:* Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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 Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@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.Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.Health & WellnessWe 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 PlanningWe 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 BalanceWe 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 CultureWe 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 PerksSometimes, 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 visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.* Eligibility rules apply.01Do 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* No02If 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 experience must also 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.03Do you possess active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry?* Yes* No04If 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.Required QuestionAgency Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Website