Nurse Aide State Registered I
About The Position
Thomson-Hood Veterans Center is a skilled nursing facility serving Kentucky’s Veterans. Its mission is to foster independence, preserve dignity, and provide compassionate care. The center is seeking a self-motivated, energetic Nurse Aide who is interested in caring for Veterans. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and eligible for overtime pay. The hourly salary is $17.96, with a $6.96-per-hour locality premium. The Nurse Aide provides personal and physical care, supports residents’ bowel and bladder needs and meals, records specified health measurements and intake and output, and collects and labels laboratory specimens. Current registration with the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry is required and must be maintained throughout employment. Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption is required in accordance with the stated CMS requirement. The work may involve exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions requiring safety procedures, as well as occasional unpredictable patient or resident behavior. The position has an initial and promotional probationary period of six months, subject to the stated statutory exception.
Requirements
- Must have current registration with the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry and maintain required credentials for the duration of employment.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must complete the primary COVID-19 vaccination series by commencement of employment or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption; proof or exemption paperwork is required.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal hygiene, including bathing, dental and oral care, and hair and nail care.
- Assist residents with bowel and bladder functions, including escorting them to the bathroom and providing bedpans or portable commodes.
- Check and record intake and output on flow charts.
- Assist residents who need help with meals and nourishment, including restorative dining.
- Provide total physical care, including assistance with meals and with residents’ physical and psychosocial needs.
- Measure and record temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and height as instructed.
- Collect and label specimens for laboratory analysis.
Benefits
- $6.96-per-hour locality premium.
- Eligible for overtime pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
