What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary - Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Veterans Services position at Idaho Department of Health and Welfare?
State of Idaho Opportunity
Idaho Division of Veterans Services – Caring for America's Heroes
This position will remain open until filled; the posting will be taken down once a candidate is selected
The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is recruiting for a pool of temporary, part-time Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to support our dedicated team of health care professionals at the State Veterans Home in Pocatello.
Positions regularly scheduled 20 or more hours per week include the full state benefit package. Positions scheduled for less than 20 hours per week do not qualify for benefits.
- Evening and night shift employees receive an additional 5% shift differential!
Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Assists residents with dining.
- 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:
Certification:
Possession of Nursing Assistant Certification in Idaho and listed in good standings 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.
When eligible, part-time employees may qualify for:
- 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) .
Questions?
Contact Trudy Johnston at 208-235-7829 or Trudy.Johnston@veterans.idaho.gov
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 (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.