Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Missouri Veterans Commission seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care to Veterans at the Missouri Veterans Home. You will follow individualized care plans, document observations, and coordinate with nursing staff to meet residents' needs.

The role emphasizes thorough vitals monitoring, assistance with daily activities, and maintaining a safe, respectful environment for our veterans.

Qualifications

• Valid Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Veteran-focused care per individualized care plan.
• Document observations and communicate needs to nursing staff.
• Assist with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, and feeding.
• Attend to mobility, transfer, and range of motion as required.
• Accurately record vitals, heights, and weights.
• Maintain safety and comfort during long shifts.

Skills

CNA certification

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. Apply today and become a part of something that’s truly special.

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.