Nurse Aide Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4879761) Apply  Nurse Aide Salary $43,314.00 - $55,394.00 Annually Location Allegheny County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2025-21081 Department Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Division MV Nrsg Swvc Opening Date 04/01/2025 Closing Date 6/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 30320 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit N1 Pay Group ST03 Bureau / Division Code 00134980 Bureau / Division Southwestern Veterans' Center Worksite Address 7060 Highland Drive City Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15206 Contact Name Natalie Fewell Contact Phone 412.665.6706 Contact Email nfewell@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION We are excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for Certified Nurse Aides with active registration in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Southwestern Veterans' Center is seeking dynamic, compassionate, and hardworking individuals committed to providing dedicated, superior care for our veterans and their spouses . If you are a motivated, confident professional with a passion for delivering high-quality care, now is the time to embark on a meaningful and rewarding career! Watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/embed/kQxTf2mmnO4?rel=0) 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, apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a valued member of our dedicated and compassionate nursing team, you will provide comprehensive, 24-hour care, seven days a week. Y ou will play an essential role in our residents' daily experiences by assisting with morning routines and encouraging participation in enriching activities. Your exceptional care and meaningful interactions will have a positive impact on our veterans and their spouses that provides genuine enjoyment and quality of life. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50363113) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment, 40 hours per week + You will work rotating days and weekends, including every other weekend. Positions are available on the following shifts with a 30-minute lunch: + 1st shift 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM; 2nd shift 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM; 3rd shift 10:00 PM to 6:30 PM + Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. + DMVA is pleased to announce the launch of a Nursing Referral Program, promoting the hiring and retention of nursing staff at Pennsylvania’s veterans homes. Under this program, both referring employees and referred candidates may be eligible for payments of up to $4,000. + 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 & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 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. + This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility require active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry. Additional Requirements: + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): + Previous long-term care experience 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. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us a t ra-cs-vetpreference@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 shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We 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 Planning We 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 Balance We 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 Culture We 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 Perks Sometimes, 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 visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Do 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 + No 02 If 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 experiencemustalso 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. 03 Do you possess active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry? + Yes + No 04 If 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. 05 Preferred Qualification - Do you possess previous long-term care experience? + Yes + No Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov