Certified Nursing Assistant (Days/Evenings/Night Shift)

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

13 paid holidays

Annual leave

Job summary

DHRM is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for Hiram W. Davis Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia. The role supports patients with daily living activities, requires clear reading and communication, and involves working 12-hour shifts including days, evenings, and nights.

Requirements include CNA certification in Virginia, knowledge of medical terminology, and experience with Electronic Health Records. Overtime, CPR, and a commitment to patient safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Certified as a nursing assistant with the Virginia State Board of Nursing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of documentation within EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and patient care.
• Turn, bend, and lift non-ambulatory adult patients.
• Work required overtime and perform CPR.
• CNA's will work multiple 12 hour shifts per week.

Skills

Nursing assistant certification

Medical terminology

EHR documentation

Education

Virginia CNA certification (Virginia State Board of Nursing)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Title: Certified Nursing Assistant

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $42,199 - $57,255

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Hiram Davis Medical Center

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/hwdmc/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center is one of 12 inpatient facilities operated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center, located in Petersburg, Virginia, is a medical facility providing acute medical diagnoses, skilled care, intermediate care, and long-term care to individuals receiving services in DBHDS facilities and within the community that have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Admissions to HWDMC are generally either permanent placement or special hospitalization. Patients typically come to HWDMC as a special hospitalization for step-down to stabilize, post-surgery rehabilitation, or long-term care.

We are looking for candidates with knowledge of personal care needs and activities of daily living; able to read, write and communicate effectively with others; and possess the physical ability to turn, bend and lift non-ambulatory adult patients without restrictions.

Must be able to work required overtime and perform CPR.

CNA's will be expected to work multiple 12 hour shifts per week.

(Hiring for Days/Evenings / Night Shift)

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified as a nursing assistant with the Virginia State Board of Nursing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of documentation within EHR systems.

Additional Considerations

Experience working in a long-term care setting preferred.

Special Instructions

• Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
• Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.
• Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
• Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.
• Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.
• Benefits: DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Hiram Davis HR

Phone: [phone]

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.

Advertised: 16 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 30 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time