Certified Nursing Aide - $10,000 Retention Bonus

Tennessee State Veterans' Homes Board; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of TN dental, vision, and health

FSA & DCA options

Paid time off & holiday pay

TCRS - 100% employer paid pension

401(k) & 457 plan options

Disability & life insurance

Wellness program

EAP

Free credit union membership

Cellular discount

Job summary

The Tennessee State Veterans' Homes is hiring Certified Nurse Aides to provide compassionate care to our veterans. Open shifts include 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (FT or PRN), 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (PRN), 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (FT or PRN), and 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (PRN).

A criminal background check is required, with employment and professional references requested. Educational requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and an active Nurse Aide Certification.

Qualifications

• Caring, friendly individual to assist in providing a safe and comfortable environment for our residents.
• Able to work independently, as well as be a team player.
• Make decisions when circumstances warrant to meet the needs of our residents.
• Read and understand English and adhere to scheduled work hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet resident needs.
• Follow scheduled shifts and communicate effectively with residents and visitors.
• Maintain punctuality and reliability in daily operations.

Skills

Caring & friendly

Team player

Independent worker

Decisive when needed

Punctual & reliable

Read and understand English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We invite you to join our team of talented, caring professionals that take pride in serving the veterans of Tennessee.

Our State Veterans' Homes are consistently ranked among the top nursing homes in the nation because our dedicated team goes above and beyond to ensure every resident receives the highest quality of care possible. As an organization, we are passionate about creating an outstanding workplace for our employees.

Our competitive benefits package includes

• State of TN dental, vision, and health plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Child Account (DCA) options for child care and medical expenses
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• State of TN retirement plan (TCRS) - 100% employer paid pension contribution. Full-time employees are fully vested after 5 years of service.
• 401(k) and 457 plan options
• Sick leave and extended disability benefits
• Disability, cancer, accident, and life insurance
• Access to state wellness program
• State medical and prescription drug plan
• State Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free credit union membership
• Cellular discount with specific provider

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Current and active Nurse Aide Certification REQUIRED

QUALIFICATIONS

• Caring, friendly individual to assist in providing a safe and comfortable environment for our residents
• Work independently, as well as be a team player
• Make decisions when circumstances warrant to meet the needs of our residents
• Flexible in work habits to meet needs of residents or co-workers
• Deal tactfully and effectively with residents, families and visitors
• Read and understand English
• We value punctuality and reliability and expect all employees to adhere to their scheduled work hours.

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BENEFITS of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

State Veterans' Home offers competitive rates along with exceptional health, dental, vision, disability insurance, paid time off, sick leave & a fully vested pension you won't find anywhere else!

• Competitive wages based on certified years of experience.
• Paid time off (vacation)
• Double pay for selected holidays worked
• State of Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System - 100% Employer funded, vested after only 5 years
• State of Tennessee medical, dental and vision insurance
• Extended disability benefits (sick leave)
• Flexible spending accounts for childcare and medical expenses
• Life insurance, cancer and accident, disability, and long-term care insurance
• ParTNers for Health Wellness Program.

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SALARY RANGE: $17.08 - $23.12

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OPEN POSITIONS

Certified Nurse Aide: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM with every other weekend, FT or PRN

Certified Nurse Aide: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM PRN

Certified Nurse Aide: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM FT or PRN

Certified Nurse Aide: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM PRN

NOTICE: This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Employment and Professional Reference required.

The Tennessee State Veterans' Homes (TSVH) does not engage in unlawful employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in its employment, nor in any of its activities or operations. All operations are conducted equitably and inclusively, free from unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. TSVH is committed in policy, principle, and practice to maintaining an employment environment which prohibits all discriminatory behavior and provides equal opportunity for all persons we encounter.