Certified Nursing Assistant - Veterans Services

Description State of Idaho Opportunity Idaho Division of Veterans Services - Caring for America's Heroes Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. The Idaho Division of Veteran Services (IDVS) is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team. As a CNA, you will play a key role in providing essential healthcare services to our Veteran residents. Starting wage: $22.22 Shift Differential: 10% for nights 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week Responsibilities: * Patient care. Answers call lights to determine patients' needs * Takes and records vital signs * Provides personal hygiene care * Lifts, positions, transports, and escorts patients * Assists patients with walking and other body movements * Feeds patients who require assistance * Implements individual patient treatment plans as outlined by nursing supervisor and health-care team * Records patient care Reports changes in physical or mental status to health-care team Maintains a safe and sanitary * Maintains a safe and sanitary patient-care environment Minimum Qualifications: 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 competition 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. Clearance: The Idaho Division of Veterans Services requires applicants to pass a criminal history background investigation after a conditional offer of employment. Benefits: * 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). 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.