Introduction

Are you looking for the next step in your career? Looking for somewhere with growth potential? Learn more and apply today to be a crucial part of supporting Connecticut veterans!

The State of Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Nurse's Aides to join our team at our skilled nursing facility. We have two part-time positions, offering you the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our veterans. Read on to discover more about this rewarding opportunity!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Location: Rocky Hill, CT
Schedule by position:

Position #3087: Part-time (32 Hours per week), First shift (6:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.)
Position #3254: Part-time (24 Hours per week), First shift (6:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.), includes every weekend

Please note: Should you be invited for an interview, the schedule will be discussed in detail.

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:

Explore our comprehensive State Employee Benefits Overview to see what we offer
Be part of the prestigious Forbes-ranked State of Connecticut, recognized as one of the Best Employers of 2023. Experience national acclaim for providing unparalleled job growth, competitive benefits, and flexible schedules.
Enjoy endless opportunities for professional growth and development
Embrace a healthy work/life balance tailored to all employees

*Benefit offerings may vary with part-time positions

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

Engage in a rewarding career
Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve
Assist our clients so they can achieve success
Make a difference in the public sector
Work together in a collaborative team environment

MORE ABOUT US:

For over 140 years the State of Connecticut DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in 'serving those who have served.' This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.

The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA:

Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community;
Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance.

EXEMPLARY CARE, ENDURING RESPECT- CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Selection Plan

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To Apply:

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.

This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:

Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state hospital this class is accountable for rendering bedside care to the physically or chronically ill in cases where the services of a registered or licensed practical nurse are not required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assists doctors and nurses in general care and well being of patients;
Positions, transfers, moves and lifts patients;
Takes and records temperatures, pulses and respirations;
Observes patients and reports unusual symptoms and/or behavior;
Ensures that restraints are correctly applied;
Tests urine samples for sugar;
Collects specimens;
Keeps beds, bedpans and related equipment clean;
Maintains unit environment for safety of patient;
Transports patients, specimens and other related patient items;
Prepares reports and correspondence including necessary forms and/or requisitions, dietary orders, death paperwork and assembly of charts;
May feed, bathe and massage clients as well as respond to their general needs;
May apply or remove braces;
May process billing and/or insurance information;
May act as triage and/or receptionist for incoming patients and telephone calls;
May schedule patient appointments;
May order supplies;
Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable interpersonal skills;
Ability to work with basic principles of nursing including infection control practices;
Deal with physically and chronically ill;
Learn safety and fire procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Certification as a Nurse's Aide.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

One (1) year of experience in patient care in a hospital or nursing home. NOTE: The above substitution will not apply to certain positions at the University of Connecticut Health Center - certification as a Nurse’s Aide will be required for those positions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a skilled nursing facility (nursing home)
Experience caring for patients with dementia
Experience working with clients/patients with behavioral health issues and/or PTSD

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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State of Connecticut - Department of Veterans Affairs jobs

Nurse's Aide (Part-time)