Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description
Division of Veterans Services - Caring for America's Heroes
STARTING WAGE: $15.84 + DOE
Outstanding CNA talent is the vital spark of any skilled nursing facility.
The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is looking for exceptional individuals at the Veterans Home in Boise who can add value to our amazing team.
Employees in this position will perform personal nursing care for elderly residents and perform related work.
The Boise Veterans Home recently achieved a "Best in Class" award in the Pinnacle Quality Insight program! This is a testament to the dedication, incredible customer service, and quality of care we provide to our residents.
For the third year in a row our facility has also been ranked as one of the best nursing facilities in the state by US News and World Report!
We work hard to be team-focused, to celebrate our staff, and to end our work day knowing that we've made a difference in the lives of our residents.
We currently have openings for evening and night shift and we welcome new graduates and seasoned professionals to our team.
CNAs who join our team receive a $1,500 sign on bonus.
We guarantee hours to full-time employees regardless of census.
Night-shift employees receive an additional 15% shift differential.
Evening-shift employees receive an additional 10% shift differential.
Apply today and join our team!
**WE OFFER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BEYOND COMPARE**:
Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance at low cost to you
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning on the first day
Paid parental leave
Eleven paid holidays a year
Participation with matching in one of the nation's best state retirement systems.
Multiple savings plans
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Robust ongoing training opportunities
Example of Duties:
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
Feeds residents who require assistance and implements individual resident treatment plans as outlined by supervisor
Records resident care, reporting changes in physical or mental status to health-care team
Maintains a safe and sanitary resident-care environment
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must possess a Nursing Assistant Certification and be listed on the Idaho State Nurse Aide Registry
Supplemental Information
EEO Notice:
Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability.
In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Clearance:
The Idaho Division of Veterans Services requires applicants to pass a criminal background investigation after a conditional offer of employment.