CNA/Veterans Nursing Assistant - Certified (Upward Mobility) - 4 vacancies

Agency : Department of Veterans' Affairs
Posting ID: REQ 34172
Posting Date: 12/20/2023
Closing Date: 01/04/2024
Salary: $3,789 - $5,187/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $3,789/Monthly
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 4
Plan/BU: RC009
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program should follow the Upward Mobility Policy Guidelines when applying for this title.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
1 position Unit 2E, 1 position Unit 4E, 1 position Unit 4W, 1 position Unit 5N
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to hire a Certified Nursing Assistant. This position will serve under the general supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, this position will perform nursing assistance and personal care services for individuals with physical and/or mental impairments who reside in homes operated by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) to meet regulatory guidelines for DVA and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH); assistance typically includes physical care, activities of daily living, patient feeding, bathing, personal hygiene care, ambulation, transfer of residents, dressing needs; takes and records vital signs; prepares and maintains records and reports. This unique opportunity offers an exceptional benefit package to include health insurance, including eye care and dental, Deferred Compensation, life insurance, and retirement. If you desire to become a valued member of a hard-working and respected team and up for a challenge or a change in your career, please take this opportunity to apply for this rewarding and gratifying position.
Job Responsibilities

1. 25% Performs nursing assistance and personal care for residents with physical and/or mental impairments adhering to State and Federal regulatory guidelines.
2. 25% Performs the following treatment measures as directed by clinical staff.
3. 20% Continually inspects and checks residents in the assigned areas to ensure comfort and safety.
4. 15% Performs routine straightening and organizing of the residents' units.
5. 10% Performs effective infection control practices utilizing universal precautions in resident care.
6. 5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires successful completion of an Illinois approved Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program consisting of a minimum of 120 hours of instruction which shall include at least 80 hours of theoretical instruction and 40 hours of clinical practice.
2. In compliance with Section 340.1376, of the Illinois Administrative Code, requires inclusion on the Illinois Department of Public Health Nurse Aide Registry within 60 days of hire.
3. Requires a health inventory and physical examination no more than 30 days prior to and no more than 30 days after the initial employment in the facility. Includes a required tuberculin test.

This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Conditions of Employment

1. Requires ability to pass a drug screen and physical
2. Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance
3. Requires ability to pass a background check
4. Requires ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
5. Requires the ability to remain in good standing on the IL Department of Public Health/Health Care Registry
6. Requires ability to bend, stoop, twist, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
7. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
8. Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
9. This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
10. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. This also requires the ability to work in a 24 hour 'on call' capacity.

Work Hours: 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Rotating Schedules
Work Location: 1 Veterans Dr Manteno, IL 60950-9466
Manteno Veterans' Home
Nursing Services
Agency Contact:
Shannon Leake
Shannon.Leake@illinois.gov
Job Family: Health Services
This position does not contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans' Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website.
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