Nurse Aide

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

A state government department is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide to provide compassionate care to veterans and enhance their quality of life. The role requires assisting with daily routines and fostering participation in enriching activities. Candidates must hold active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry, with a preference for those with geriatric care experience. This full-time, on-site position offers rewarding opportunities in a dedicated team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have active registration as a Nurse Aide.
• Six months of experience in geriatric care is preferred.
• Ability to perform essential job functions is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily routines for residents.
• Encourage participation in activities for quality of life.
• Provide compassionate care to veterans and their spouses.

Skills

Patient care

Geriatric care

Team collaboration

Education

Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry

Job description

dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

Opening Date

01/02/2026

Closing Date

3/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30320

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST03

00134180

Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home

560 East 3rd Street

City

16507

Contact Name

Robert Orton

Contact Phone

814.878.4922

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you a Certified Nurse Aide who would enjoy working with an amazing team dedicated to providing superior care to veterans and their spouses? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home, is seeking hard‑working, passionate, and caring individuals. If you are an ambitious, confident person with a passion for delivering high‑quality resident care, then this exhilarating career is for you!

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Our enthusiastic and dedicated nursing staff provides comprehensive, 24‑hour care, seven days per week. You will play an essential role in our residents' experiences by assisting with daily routines and encouraging participation in enriching activities. Your exceptional care and meaningful interactions will have a positive impact on our veterans and their spouses that provides genuine enjoyment and quality of life.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM) and 3rd shift (10:45 PM to 7:15 AM), with a 30‑minute lunch. You will be required to work every other weekend.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• DMVA is pleased to announce the launch of a Nursing Referral Program, promoting the hiring and retention of nursing staff at Pennsylvania's veterans homes. Under this program, both referring employees and referred candidates may be eligible for payments of up to $4,000.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.
• 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.

Additional Requirements

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• 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.

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 to www.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.