Assisted Living Unit Secretary/Certified Nursing Assistant

Virginia Department of Veterans Services; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Veterans Services seeks an Assisted Living Unit Secretary/Certified Nursing Assistant to support staff in maintaining a smoothly running unit. Responsibilities include managing communications, assisting with resident care, and maintaining medical records. Candidates must hold a valid CNA License and have knowledge of medical procedures. This is a full-time role located in Roanoke, VA.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Virginia CNA License.
• Computer experience and knowledge of medical procedures required.
• CPR certification required upon hire or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls and manage appointments courteously.
• Perform monthly audits on charts to ensure compliance.
• Provide ADL care and ensure resident safety.

Skills

Computer experience

Knowledge of medical procedures

ADL care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Virginia CNA License

CPR certification

Job description

Assisted Living Unit Secretary/Certified Nursing Assistant

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Virginia Department of Veterans Services provided pay range

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Base pay range

$29,622.00/yr - $49,332.00/yr

Title: Assisted Living Unit Secretary/Certified Nursing Assistant

State Role Title: Assisted Living Unit Secretary/Certified Nursing Assistant

Hiring Range: $29,622 - $49,332

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr

Agency Website: www.dvs.viginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Answer telephone, make appointments and relay messages in a courteous manner at all times. Answer call light in a timely manner. Thins and files any papers pulled from the chart in their respective folders in the Medical Records room. Maintain required forms in the file drawers for the nurse’s use. Prepare consults and monitor for delays or lack of response for scheduling. Prepare charts for the doctors upon their scheduled visits. Keep nurses station orderly at all times. Order supplies from Central Supply for nurses. Responsible for resident lab calendar. Interact with families and visitors assisting when applicable.

Perform a monthly audit on each chart to determine what has not been completed. Enter monthly weight into the computer by the designated time. Keep current with State and Federal regulations pertinent to Medical Records. Knowledge of policies and procedures.

Assuming a resident care group, transporting resident to appointments, providing ADL care as indicated. Ensure safety of residents by observing and interacting with when needed.

Performs other duties as may be assigned that are within the Nursing department’s mission and as situations warrant in meeting the overall needs of the facility.

May be assigned to any unit as staffing needs change with short notice.

May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Minimum Qualifications

Computer experience. Knowledge of medical procedures and language. High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid Virginia CNA License. CPR certification required upon hire or willing to obtain.

Additional Considerations

None.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will receive a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check. and pre-employment drug screening and two TB Skin Tests are required.

Salaries for current state employees will be determined according to the current state compensation plan.

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at www.jobs.virginia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Individuals desiring to be considered for advertised positions must submit a completed employment application or resume before the job posting closing date. Applications/resumes received after the closing date cannot be accepted. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact us if you need assistance.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable from DARS.

Contact Information

Name: Kristen Johnson

Phone: [phone] Ext. 4903

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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