Aide Trainee to Nurse Aide — Full-Time, 2nd/3rd Shift

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Dunmore (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs invites applications for an Aide Trainee at the Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center. You will train toward Nurse Aide certification while assisting residents with daily care and activities in a residential setting.

The position emphasizes safety, infection control, and quality-of-life services, with full-time hours and rotating shifts. Preference given to candidates willing to work in Scranton, PA and who have a GED or prior

Qualifications

• Able to perform essential job functions.
• Willingness to work in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania.
• Willingness to work full-time 2nd shift (3:00 PM–11:30 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00 PM–7:30 AM) with rotating days/weekends/holidays.
• Willingness to complete 8 hours of training and provide certificate prior to hire.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience caring for geriatric or physically ill individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete classroom learning, clinical training toward Nurse Aide certification.
• Assist residents with daily care and support services.
• Maintain safe, clean resident rooms and follow infection control practices.
• Assist with meals, snacks, water, and documentation.
• Transport residents and assist with recreational and social activities.
• Restock supplies, assist with admissions and room readiness, report safety concerns.

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs invites applications for an Aide Trainee at the Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center. You will train toward Nurse Aide certification while assisting residents with daily care and activities in a residential setting.

The position emphasizes safety, infection control, and quality-of-life services, with full-time hours and rotating shifts. Preference given to candidates willing to work in Scranton, PA and who have a GED or prior