NURSING ASSISTANT 2

State of Louisiana; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home, operated by the State of Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Nursing Assistant 2 to deliver compassionate care to veterans in a 156-bed long-term care facility.

The position requires CNA, EMT, or nursing program completion with patient care experience. Appointment is probationary with shift differential and weekend requirements; strong nursing operations and resident safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in patient care.
• CNA certificate or EMT program plus 1.5 years of patient care.
• Completion of an accredited registered or practical nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Nursing operations across a 156-bed long-term care facility.
• Nursing aide tasks: bathing, linen handling, clothing care, and cleaning equipment.
• Quality assurance through adherence to policy and procedure standards.
• Report resident complaints and incidents with supervisor collaboration.
• Escort/transport residents to examinations and activities.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certificate

Emergency Medical Technician program

Registered or practical nursing program

Job description

Our mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to serve the Veteran population of Louisiana through the provision of nursing assistant services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion.

Join the State of Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home, where you'll step into a role as a Nursing Assistant 2, that services excellence care for those who served and with genuine care to over 150 veterans.

• Two years of experience in patient care; OR
• Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate or graduation from an Emergency Medical Technician Program plus one year and six months of experience in patient care; OR
• Completion of an accredited registered or practical nursing program.

NOTE: Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Nursing operations, includes care of one of four care units, ensuring coverage and high-quality resident care in a 156-bed long-term care facility.
• Nursing Aide, bathe/groom patients, distributes clean linen, washes, dries, fold and store patient clothing. Cleans equipment such as whirlpool tub and weight scale
• Quality Assurance, promoting continuous improvement in nursing assistant care, delivery and adherence to policy and procedure standards.
• Reports resident complaints and incidents, collaborating with Nursing Assistant Supervisor 1 or 2 to ensure care and resident safety
• Nursing Assistant Services, escorts/transports patients to examinations, clinics, recreation sites and other areas as needed.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational

Compensation: This position is eligible for Special Entrance Rate for Nursing Assistant 2 - $1,176.00/$14.70 per hour, shift differential, and Premium Pay of $5.00/HR for hours worked only.

Work Schedule:6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. shifts to include every other weekend and some holidays.

No Civil Service test scores required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information

CATHY W. SULLIVAN

HUMAN RESOURCES - SOUTHEAST LA VETERANS HOME

4080 WEST AIRLINE Highway, Reserve, LA 70084

985-479-4080