Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

State of Missouri; Mount Vernon (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Health insurance

Retirement

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Sick leave

Job summary

The Missouri Veterans Home is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to join a dedicated nursing team providing high-quality care to our state's veterans.

Responsibilities include assisting with grooming, bathing, feeding, documenting vitals, and collaborating with staff to maintain comfort and safety, with overtime as needed.

Competitive hourly pay ranges from $18.35 to $20.69, plus benefits such as vacation, holidays, health insurance, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid CNA certification.
• Ability to document and communicate patient needs clearly.
• Comfort working with veterans in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grooming, bathing, and hygiene.
• Document vitals and observations for nursing staff.
• Assist with feeding, mobility, and daily activities.
• Communicate needs and observations to the nursing team.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

CNA certification

Patient care

Job description

Your work here is not just a job; it’s a calling, a mission, and an opportunity to give back. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with our Missouri Veterans Home, you’ll have an opportunity to give back to those who have given us so much. You’ll work with a dedicated team of nursing professionals who strive to give our state’s heroes the best in-class, compassionate care.

Hourly Pay

• $18.35 - $18.69 day shift
• $20.35 - $20.69 evening and night shift
• Additional weekend shift differential available

Examples of Work

• Provide excellent Veteran care and support according to the individualized care plan.
• Communicate and document specific information to nursing staff regarding information and observations of the Veterans’ needs, preferences and/or complaints voiced by Veteran/family.
• Attend to individual needs of Veterans which may include but is not limited to assistance with grooming, bathing/showering, oral hygiene, delivery and set up of food trays, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, repositioning, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communicating, skin care, or other needs in keeping with the individual’s care requirements.
• Accurately perform and document vitals, heights, and weights.
• Walk and stand extensively as well as stoop, bend, and lift to provide quality care to Veterans.
• Work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid certified nursing assistant certification

Benefits

• Enjoy a workplace where you can build lasting relationships with our Veterans and your co-workers
• Opportunities to learn and grow in your career with MO Veterans Home
• 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
• Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
• Retirement
• Up to $25/month match on savings plan
• 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption

At the Missouri Veterans Commission, we value diversity because we believe in the power of our differences. MVC strives for an inclusive work environment where equal and equitable opportunities exist for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, uniformed service member, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.