This is an open and continuous posting for Full and Part-Time positions on our Night Shift.

The Soldiers’ Home in Chelsea is seeking several compassionate, professional, and enthusiastic Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who are passionate about building meaningful relationships and having the ability provide outstanding care with honor and dignity to our veteran residents. The ideal candidates will assist in the daily living routine of our residents, assess and communicate changes in condition, and recommend solutions in care and service under the direction of a licensed nurse.

Schedule:

We have part-time and full-time benefited opportunities available on our Night (11pm – 7am) shift with alternating weekend and holiday schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Provide direct care to residents and assist with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, mobility, incontinence care, dressing, feeding and other services of support

• Record resident weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information as assigned

• Accompany patients to appointments and recreational activities

• Assist nurses and physicians with exams or treatments, including turning and positioning of patients, draping, and use of safety measures as necessary

• Review resident chart and participate in collecting data needed for the accurate completion of the CNA Care Card and Nursing Care Plan; provide input to the assigned nurse for continued plan development

• Recognize urgent or emergency patient care situations; seek assistance of the nursing staff and/or physician on duty

• Establish supportive relationships with veteran residents and their families to promote positive interactions; incorporate the mission and philosophy of the Soldiers’ Home

• Develop and promote a safe environment for quality client care through adherence of established policies, procedures, and standards

• Participate in in-services and daily/weekly staff meetings as required

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess a current, active certification as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

• CPR certification through the American Heart Association

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to deal tactfully with others

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year of experience in the care of geriatric patients in a healthcare setting such as long-term care

• Certification in dementia, hospice, or other relevant discipline

• Ability to establish effective relationships with individuals, families, and team members

• Demonstrated attention to detail with readiness to respond appropriately when needed

• Capacity to maintain accurate records and exercise discretion in handling confidential information

• Skilled in the use of using a computer for completion of work assignments

About the Veterans’ Home in Chelsea:

The Veterans’ Home in Chelsea is a Joint Commission accredited inpatient veterans' facility owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is an independent State agency that organizationally reports to the Department of Veterans Services.

The Veterans' Home addresses the needs and provides support to approximately 350 veterans 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Medical, nursing and clinical supports are given to those residents residing in the Long Term Care Facility.

The residential units support veterans who are living independently but receive services and programs ranging from psychosocial and social work, receive transitional assistance, education, work and outreach programs.

The resident population is generally categorized into the following categories: Alzheimer, Long Term Care and Domiciliary

Pre-Offer Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #2

Applicants should upload a cover letter and resume for the Nursing Assistant I position.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: None.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None.

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