What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA 1/2 position at State of Louisiana?
Our mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to serve the Veteran population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, nursing, restorative and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion, and provide services.
Join the State of Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home, where you'll step into a role as a Certified Nursing Assistant that combines clinical excellence with genuine care for those who served. You will be working in our four wings on either day or night shift.
If you’re passionate about working with a healthcare team and making a meaningful impact for Louisiana’s veterans, this role at the Southeast Veterans Home is waiting for you. Apply today and be part of a team that honors service through care.
Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate; OR
Completion 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.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
- Work with the nursing staff operations to including working on an assigned care units, resident care in a 156-bed long-term care facility.
- Staff Performance: Provides quality care for our veterans, participates in monthly staff meetings, wash veterans' cloths and assist in feeding veterans when needed.
- Scheduling: Coordinates with the CNA Supervisors and the Assist. Director of Nursing on leave approvals.
- Conducts Quality Assurance audits to ensure the veterans needs are met, promoting continuous improvement in nursing care and delivery and adherence to policy and procedure standards.
- Investigates and reports resident complaints and incidents, collaborating with immediate supervisor and other departments to ensure care of the resident safety.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Compensation: This position offers a Special Entrance Rate of $1,099.20 BI-WEEKLY / $13.74 PER HOUR for the CNA 1 level or to $1,176.00 BI-WEEKLY / $14.70 PER HOUR for the CNA 2 level, plus an additional Premium Pay of $5.00/HR per hour worked. This position also qualifies for shift differentials, with rates varying based on shift time, day of the week, and holidays.
Work Schedule: Hours are from Monday to Sunday, 6:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.to include some weekends and holidays.
Louisiana 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 scores 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:
Name of Contact Person - CATHY W. SULLIVAN
Agency/Department Name - HUMAN RESOURCES/SOUTHEAST LA VETERANS HOME
Mailing Address - 4080 WEST AIRLINE Highway, Reserve, LA 70084
Phone Number - 985-479-4080
Salary : $5 - $15
