Nursing Assistant 1-2 (CNA 1-2)

About This JobThe mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to primarily serve the Veterans' population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans with the ultimate goal of returning the veterans to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursing Assistant to perform routine sub professional nursing duties in the care and comfort of our Veteran patients.

Minimum QualificationsSix months of experience or training in patient care; ORPossession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate; ORCompletion of an accredited Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician Program. Note: Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate. Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other InformationAs a Nursing Assistant, you will measure temperatures, pulses, respirations, blood pressures, heights/weights and record in patients' medical record.

In This Role, You Will Also: Assist with documenting admission of new patients on medical records. Provide care to patients such as ambulating, feeding, bathing, positioning and lifting. May sterilize equipment and supplies. Distribute clean linen, wash, dry, sort, fold, and store patients clothing. Collect, label and transport laboratory specimens as assigned. Collect and file diagnostic test results. Observe patients' conditions and report any changes to the charge nurse. Transport patients to examinations, clinics, or recreational sites. May be required to provide care to patients with infectious diseases. Clean rooms and change bed linens.

Perform procedures such as enemas and skin care as directed by a professional nurse. Perform all duties that may be performed by the unit aide. Successfully complete training programs such as CPR, First Aid, infection control, infectious disease, and/or programs that maintain hospital standards such as quality control, safety issues, and JCAHO requirements. Maintain any necessary certifications. Work may involve shift work. Position-Specific Details: This position is located in the Nursing Department of the Northeast LA Veterans Home in Monroe, Louisiana. Appointment Type: Probational or Job AppointmentCareer Progression:

This position may be filled as a Nursing Assistant 1 or 2 (CNA 1 or 2)Work Schedule: Day Shift (6: 45a-7: 15p) Night Shift (6: 45p-7: 15a)Compensation: The Special Entrance Rate for this position is as follows, plus premium pay, and shift differentials (SEE BELOW): Nursing Assistant 1 is $13. 74Nursing Assistant 2 is $14. 70PREMIUM PAY (per HOUR Physically Worked): $3. 00 work incentive pay upon hire. SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS (per HOUR Physically Worked): Shift Diff 2nd Shift - $1. 00Shift Diff 3rd Shift - $2. 00Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff - $2. 00Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff 2nd Shift - $2. 00Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff 3rd Shift - $3.

00Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i. e. , relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy contact: Jamaile BurtonHuman Resources AnalystJamaile. Burton@la. govLouisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.

With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https: //info. groupbenefits. org/Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works).

These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www. lasersonline. org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www. trsl. org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www. lsers. net), among others01Do you possess a Louisiana Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate?YesNo02If you are a certified Nursing Assistant in Louisiana, please list your CERTIFICATION NUMBER and EXPIRATION DATE.

To lookup your information, visit https: //tlc. dhh. la. gov/frmsearchweb2. aspx ***NOTE: Failure to provide this information may result in your application not being considered*** If you are not a certified Nursing Assistant in Louisiana, please enter "N/A". 03Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?YesNo04If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA". 05Are you a current or former employee of the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home?YesNo06What shift would you prefer to work?Day Shift (6: 45a-7:

15p)Night Shift (6: 45p-7: 15a) Required Question