WDVA Nursing Assistant Certified (CNA), In-Training, Port Orchard

Here at the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community... services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to honorably discharged veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star. Connect with your goals and change lives by helping support our mission of "Serving Those Who Served." If you are a Registered Nursing Assistant (NAR) with a passion for excellence and compassionate care, we invite you to be a part of our team located at the Washington Veterans Home located in Port Orchard, WA. This recruitment will be used to fill multiple positions, is non-permanent, and will not exceed 4 months in duration. Some of what you will be doing: The Nursing Assistant Registered In-Training position, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, assists or supervises assigned residents with activities of daily living. The Nursing Assistant Registered promotes resident-centered care and ensures that the veterans are treated with dignity and respect. Key Responsibilities: Assists residents with personal care and daily living activities such as bathing, personal grooming, dressing, and eating. Responsible for accurately obtaining and recording vital signs and other resident data. Observes, documents, and reports changes in resident's condition or behavior to the Licensed Nurse.Required Qualifications: Registered Nursing Assistant (NAR) with a Certificate of Completion and eligible to test for certification and apply for NAC licensure. Must have the 16 hours of federally required training in order to work directly with residents prior to employment. Application Process: The top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below. Please include the following documents with your application: 1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications. 2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers. Other Information: • Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified at New Employee Orientation. • Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. • Must comply with health screening requirements by undergoing a tuberculosis skin test. • Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business. • This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). • Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future. Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information please contact us at: recruiters@dva.wa.gov. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization. If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov