Registered Nurse, Sr. Temporary

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity 

Division of Veterans Services

Competitive wages starting at $39/ hour 

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is looking for exceptional Registered Nurse, Senior at the state-of-the-art Veterans Home in Post Falls who can add value to our amazing team. Temporary employees work a maximum of 1,385 service hours in a twelve (12) months period. 

We work hard to be team-focused, to celebrate our staff, and to end our workday knowing that we've made a difference in the lives of our residents. We welcome new graduates and seasoned professionals to join our team. Night-shift employees receive an additional 5% shift differential. Apply today and join our team!

Hiring managers are continuously considering applications for this position. Depending on your qualifications, you may be contacted shortly after your application has been submitted. Referred lists will be pulled periodically. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you will be considered for this position. This job announcement will be closed if the position is filled prior to the closing date.

WE OFFER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BEYOND COMPARE:

• Excellent low-cost Health, Dental and Vision insurance 
• Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSI Retirement
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
• Paid parental leave
• Eleven paid holidays a year
• Multiple retirement plans, including an optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plans
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness programs
• Robust ongoing training opportunities

 Example of Duties:

• Performs personal nursing care for elderly residents
• Determines resident needs and takes and records vital signs
• Provides personal hygiene care and maintains a safe and sanitary resident-care environment
• Lifts, positions, transports, and escorts residents and assists with walking and other body movements
• Feeds residents who require assistance and implements individual resident treatment plans as outlined by supervisor
• Records resident care, reporting changes in physical or mental status to health-care team
• Performs other duties as assigned
  

 Minimum Qualifications:

Certification:

• Possession of Nursing Assistant Certification and listed on the Idaho State Nurse Aide Registry

Supplemental Information:

EEO Notice:

• Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. 
• In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. 
• If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements, please contact the Division of Human Resources at 208-334-2263.

Supplemental Questions:

• All responses to supplemental questions must be supported in the work history, resume and/or education portion of your application.

Clearance:

• The Idaho Division of Veterans Services requires applicants to pass a criminal background investigation after a conditional offer of employment.