Caring Nurse Aide - Day Shift: Resident Care & Rehab

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; South Mountain (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s South Mountain Restoration Center is seeking dedicated Nurse Aides to support residents with daily care, rehabilitation activities, and communication needs. You will provide compassionate assistance, promote a secure and welcoming environment, and participate in training to build skills.

Responsibilities include resident care, rehab support, daily living tasks, and activity assistance.

Qualifications

• Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.
• Or six months of paid experience in geriatric or physically ill care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with hygiene, physical needs and emotional support to promote safety and well-being.
• Help residents participate in rehab programs to increase independence and overall well-being.
• Use therapeutic communication and report changes in resident status to staff.
• Teach and assist residents with bed making, personal care and mealtime habits.
• Escort residents to appointments and encourage participation in activities.
• Attend training sessions to maintain and improve job skills.

Skills

Caring

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Education

Nurse Aide Registration

Job description

The South Mountain Restoration Center is looking for caring and dedicated Nurse Aides who enjoy helping others thrive. In this role, you support residents with daily needs and help to create a secure, welcoming environment. Your compassion and teamwork will make a meaningful difference every day. Join a team that values your commitment to high-quality care!

This position provides direct support to residents by assisting with daily care, rehabilitation activities, and communication needs. As a Nurse Aide, you will perform the following duties:

• Resident Care: Assist residents with hygiene, physical needs, and emotional support to promote a safe and healthy atmosphere
• Rehab Support: Help residents participate in programs that increase independence and overall well-being
• Communication Skills: Use therapeutic communication and report changes in resident status to appropriate staff
• Daily Living: Teach and assist residents with skills such as bed making, personal care, and mealtime habits
• Activity Assistance: Escort residents to appointments and encourage participation in programs and activities
• Skill Development: Attend training sessions to maintain and improve job skills

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Rotating on and off duty days
  • Working weekends and holidays in accordance with assigned schedule
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or
• Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.

Special Requirement:

• This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will requirea medical examination and drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review theGuidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.