Nurse Aide

THE POSITION

NOTE : THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2025-36191 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM NOVEMBER 6, 2025 TO NOVEMBER 10, 2025. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Are you ready to build a career that goes beyond a paycheck? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is seeking compassionate and dedicated part-time Nurse Aides to join our outstanding health care team. In this vital role, you will provide superior nursing care to our resident veterans and their spouses at the Southeastern Veterans' Center. Do not miss this opportunity to transform your skills into meaningful service. Apply today and unlock a rewarding future where your work truly matters every day!

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, you will assist residents in accordance with their individualized care plans. Duties include monitoring and recording vital signs, height, and weight, as well as collecting specimens such as urine, feces, and sputum. You will demonstrate compassion and respect as you assist with basic personal hygiene tasks, including hair, oral, and nail care, as well as bathing and dressing. Other daily tasks include making beds, distributing linens, serving food trays, assisting with feeding, and recording care and services performed. Additionally, you maintain a safe environment for residents and strictly follow infection control procedures and universal health care precautions.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Part-time employment, 8 hours per day, 40 hours biweekly
• Work hours are 1st shift (6 : 00 AM to 2 : 30 PM), 2nd shift (3 : 00 PM to 11 : 30 PM), and 3rd shift (11 : 15 PM to 7 : 45 AM), rotating days and weekends, with a 30-minute lunch . Working every other weekend will be required.
• Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Hourly rate : In some cases, the hourly rate may be non-negotiable.
• DMVA is pleased to announce the launch of a Nursing Referral Program, promoting the hiring and retention of nursing staff at Pennsylvania's veterans homes. Under this program, both referring employees and referred candidates may be eligible for payments of up to $4,000.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :

Additional Requirement :

Legal Requirements :

Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply :

Veterans :

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) :

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.