Veterans Home - Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)

Tennessee State Veterans' Homes Board; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of TN dental, vision, and health plans

Generous paid time off

State retirement plan with employer contributions

401(k) and 457 plan options

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Tennessee State Veterans' Homes Board is looking for Certified Nursing Assistants to join our dedicated team in Humboldt, TN. The position requires providing personal care to veterans and ensuring quality care. We're proud to be consistently ranked among the top nursing homes nationally.

We offer competitive pay, excellent health and retirement benefits, and a supportive work environment. If you're a caring individual looking to make a difference, apply now and become part of our family!

Qualifications

• Current & active Nursing Certification.
• Must read and understand standard English.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with residents.

Responsibilities

• Administer personal care needs including bathing, feeding, and hygiene.
• Work closely with licensed Nurses and team members.
• Maintain high-quality care for residents.

Skills

Caring attitude

Independent decision-making

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We invite you to join our team of talented, caring professionals that take pride in serving the veterans of Tennessee.

Our State Veterans’ Homes are consistently ranked among the top nursing homes in the nation because our dedicated team goes above and beyond to ensure every resident receives the highest quality of care possible. As an organization, we are passionate about creating an outstanding workplace for our employees.

Our competitive benefits package includes

• State of TN dental, vision, and health plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Child Account (DCA) options for child care and medical expenses
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• State of TN retirement plan (TCRS) – 100% employer paid pension contribution. Full-time employees are fully vested after 5 years of service.
• 401(k) and 457 plan options
• Sick leave and extended disability benefits
• Disability, cancer, accident, and life insurance
• Access to state wellness program
• State medical and prescription drug plan
• State Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free credit union membership
• Cellular discount with specific provider

Now Hiring - Certified Nursing Assistant’s. We are hiring for all three shifts: 7AM - 3PM, 3PM - 11PM, & 11PM to 7AM at an exciting and fast-paced nursing facility in Humboldt, TN.

Humboldt, Tennessee is among the fastest growing areas in our country, which brings both excitement and big opportunities to the area. Tennessee State Veterans’ Home is a long-term care and skilled nursing facility dedicated to caring for Tennessee veterans and their families. Consistently ranked in the top 3% for quality care according to CMS, Tennessee State Veterans’ Home has been a leader in nursing home care for over 25 years.

Job responsibilities

Certified Nurse Aides (CNA) will work closely with licensed Nurses and other team members to meet the needs of our residents and to ensure high quality care is maintained. The CNA will work with assigned residents to administer personal needs: bathing, feeding, daily hygiene, toileting, lifting, turning, and repositioning. Both full-time and PRN opportunities are available.

Key Questions for Candidates

• Do you want stability & regular working hours?
• Do you want to work in a facility with a budget and staffing to maintain quality 5‑star levels?
• Do you want to work in a facility where you do not have to worry about running out of supplies to get the job done?
• Do you want to hang out with war veterans and hear their heroic stories first hand?
• Do you want to work in a facility where you are part of a close‑knit family?

Benefits

Tennessee State Veterans’ Home offers competitive rates along with exceptional health, dental, vision, disability insurance, paid time off, sick leave & a pension you won’t find anywhere else!

• Competitive wages based on certified years of experience
• State of Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System – 100% Employer funded. Full-time employees vest after 5 years of service.
• State of Tennessee medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance, cancer and accident, disability, and long‑term care insurance
• Partners for Health Wellness Program
• Paid time off (vacation)
• Extended disability benefits (sick leave)
• Double pay for selected holidays worked
• Flexible spending accounts for child care and medical expenses
• Deferred Compensation (401(k) and 457)

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a current & active Nursing Certification.
• Must be a caring individual who is willing to assist in any way possible to provide a safe and comfortable environment for our residents.
• Individual must be able to work independently and make decisions when circumstances warrant to meet the needs of residents and be flexible in work habits to meet needs of residents or nursing staff.
• Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with residents, families and visitors.
• Must be able to read and understand standard English and be willing to work as part of a caring team to provide the best possible care for our residents.

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certifications and Licenses

Current and active Nurse Aide Certification.

Open Positions

Work Remotely: No

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Tennessee State Veterans’ Homes (TSVH) does not engage in unlawful employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in its employment, nor in any of its activities or operations. All operations are conducted equitably and inclusively, free from unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. TSVH is committed in policy, principle, and practice to maintaining an employment environment which prohibits all discriminatory behavior and provides equal opportunity for all persons we encounter.