JOB Are you ready to build a career that offers more than just a paycheck? Join the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) as a Nurse Aide and help support the health and comfort of residents at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. This role allows you to make a meaningful difference each day by providing hands-on care and encouragement. You will be part of a dedicated team focused on dignity, safety, and quality of life. Bring your compassion and commitment to a role that truly matters to our veterans.
Watch this video 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!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position provides daily care and support to residents while helping maintain a safe, comfortable, and respectful living environment. The role includes assisting with personal care, monitoring resident needs, and supporting treatment plans under the direction of licensed staff. As a Nurse Aide, you will perform the following duties:
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Resident Support: Assist residents with daily living tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility
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Care Monitoring: Observe resident conditions and report changes to nursing staff during rounds and shift updates
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Meal Assistance: Deliver meal trays, help residents eat, and provide between-meal nourishment as needed
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Safety Measures: Maintain a clean, organized environment and remove hazards to support resident safety
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Room Care: Make beds, change linens, organize belongings, and assist with room cleanliness
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Transport Assistance: Move residents safely by wheelchair or stretcher and escort them to appointments or activities
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment, 80 hours biweekly
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Work hours are 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM) and 3rd shift (10:45 PM to 7:15 AM), with a 30-minute lunch. You will work every other weekend.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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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.
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
