This posting is for a waitlist. We expect openings soon and, due to onboarding time, we encourage you to apply now so you can join as soon as a spot becomes available! Openings may occur within days or weeks.
General Description - The West Virginia Department of Health Facilities anticipates needing dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians for our State Facility Travel Program!
- $30/hour – Patient Care Technician (PCT) | $35/hour – Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) + Benefits
- Note: If you do not hold a CNA certification, you will be compensated at the PCT rate of $30/hour. If you are an active, registered CNA, you will receive the $35/hour rate. This includes a $5 geographic pay differential for William R. Sharpe Jr. Hospital.
Why Join Us?
- Make a meaningful impact on patients' or residents' lives.
- Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and shift differential available.
- Available benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance for employees who work more than 30 hours per week. Note: State Facility Travel Program members are not eligible for paid time off or appointment incentives, unless they apply for a permanent position.
Job Description: As a Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician, you will be essential in delivering high-quality care to our residents and/or patients. Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, you will be responsible for providing direct care services in a psychiatric/forensic state hospital.
Applicants selected for employment must successfully complete a criminal background check, a urinalysis, and a breath-analysis drug screening test. All employees shall be subject to drug testing upon probable cause, as set forth in the policies. Travel may be required.
Example of Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide Direct Care: Assume daily responsibility and accountability for the physical care of assigned residents.
- Technical Skills: Perform basic technical skills, adhering to the Nursing Department’s policies and procedures.
- Collaboration: Work efficiently and cooperatively with residents/patients, families, nursing personnel, and other facility departments.
- Communication: Effectively communicate treatment information, nursing actions, resident needs, and observations to the appropriate persons, and document this information in line with Nursing Department policies.
- Supportive Environment: Support Nursing Services and ensure compliance with all rules and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Patient Care Technicians must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. A higher education degree may substitute.
- Certified Nursing Assistants must be certified or registered as a Nursing Assistant or Nurse Aide in the State of West Virginia.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person
