CNA/Med Aide
About The Position
The Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a full-time CNA/Med Aide at the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home in Hot Springs, South Dakota. The facility provides long-term care to veterans and their families, with 70 private nursing care units and 23 independent-living units. The role supports residents in a household-type environment by providing basic care, administering oral medications, and assisting with routine medical care and daily household activities. The position is exempt from the Civil Service Act. Applicants must apply online; emailed resumes or other submissions will not be accepted. Successful applicants must undergo a background investigation and drug screening, and verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas.
Requirements
- CNA certification and Medication Aide certification are required.
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; arithmetic; basic human hygiene; resident safety procedures; resident-care documentation; basic computer operation and software; and protective health measures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; administer medications; accurately count and record numerical and alphabetical data; compare information and recognize discrepancies; observe and report abnormal physical symptoms; assist residents with personal care and hygiene; use tact and discretion; follow policies and procedures; understand and apply instructions; and use a computer and applicable data-entry programs.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screening.
- Verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States and completion of Form I-9.
Nice To Haves
- Night shifts are preferred.
- A National Career Readiness Certificate may be submitted with the application but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic resident care.
- Administer oral medications and prescription drugs.
- Assist residents with day-to-day activities, personal care, and hygiene needs.
- Engage residents in household activities and events.
- Assist licensed health care personnel in providing routine medical care.
- Document resident care.
- Observe, recognize, and report abnormal physical symptoms.
Benefits
- Employee health insurance option with $0 premium
- Eleven paid holidays
- Vacation leave accrual
- Sick leave accrual
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Other insurance options
- Retirement benefits; this position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS
- Shift differential of $1.00 per hour for PM shifts or $5.00 per hour for night shifts
- Weekend pay of $1.50 per hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
