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Licensed Nursing Assistant I-III / LMNA
The New Hampshire Veterans Home has a full-time vacancy for a Licensed Nursing Assistant I-III / LMNA. Proposed schedule includes: two 12-hour shifts (7:00pm - 7:00am) (additional $4.00/hour), two 8-hour shifts (11:00pm - 7:00am) (additional $7.00/hour), rotating weekends (additional $2.00/hour). Make a difference in a Veteran's life! Build a career and a life in the beautiful Lakes Region. Be part of a team committed to providing the best quality of life for NH Veterans with dignity, honor, and respect.
Summary: LNA I Under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff, provides essential support and direct care to residents by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring a safe, clean, comfortable, and enriching environment. LNA II With direction and oversight by licensed nursing staff, independently provides essential support and direct care to residents by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring a safe, clean, comfortable, and enriching environment. Mentors new nursing assistants. LNA III With general oversight by licensed nursing staff, independently provides essential support and direct care to residents by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring a safe, clean, comfortable, and enriching environment. Mentors/instructs new nursing assistants and makes suggestions for care, treatment, and practice/procedural improvements.
Your experience counts: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Other information:
LNA I MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent credential License/Certification: NH Nursing Assistant license Driver's license Other Requirements: May be required to work non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of the facility Must possess physical stamina for prolonged standing and to perform tasks such as lifting, transferring, and transporting residents and materials Trainee Option: Candidates without a high school diploma or equivalent credential, or without a NH Nursing Assistant license, may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position. Individuals hired in 'trainee status' will have their responsibilities adjusted as necessary for compliance with facility credentialling.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in long-term or geriatric care setting or other role involved in the provision of medical care. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. CPR and First Aid certification.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: If hired in trainee status, must obtain a NH Nursing Assistant license within 6 months of hire. Candidates may be able to obtain their license through participation in onsite training program.
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: None Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: BGA01 (Level 1 to Level 2)
LNA II MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 1 year education and experience after completion of high school License/Certification: NH Nursing Assistant license Driver's license Other Requirements: May be required to work non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of the facility Must possess physical stamina for prolonged standing and to perform tasks such as lifting, transferring, and transporting residents and materials Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong preference for candidates with at least one year of experience as a practicing Licensed Nursing Assistant or other practicing medical professional. Experience in a long-term or geriatric care setting. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. CPR and First Aid certification.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: IBA01 (Medication Certification) For the in-band advancement to be applied, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.09 In-Band Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
Holds a valid NH Medication Nursing Assistant license
Assumes responsibility for administering medications
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: BGA01 (Level 2 to Level 3) For promotion from the Nursing Assistants, Orderlies, and Psychiatric Aides-2 job title to the Nursing Assistants, Orderlies, and Psychiatric Aides-3 job title as a Residential LNA, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
Holds five NH Nursing Board Approved competencies
Receives a satisfactory performance evaluation within the past 12 months
Is up-to-date on all mandatory in-house training
Is recommended for promotion by supervisor(s) and approved by the director of nursing
LNA III MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school License/Certification: NH Nursing Assistant license Driver's license Other Requirements: Satisfactory completion of five NH Nursing Board Approved competencies May be required to work non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of the facility Must possess physical stamina for prolonged standing and to perform tasks such as lifting, transferring, and transporting residents and materials Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong preference for candidates with at least three years of experience as a Licensed Nursing Assistant in a long-term or geriatric care setting. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. CPR and First Aid certification.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: IBA01 (Medication Certification) For the in-band advancement to be applied, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.09 In-Band Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
Holds a valid NH Medication Nursing Assistant License
Assumes responsibility for administering medications
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: BGA01 (Level 3 to Level 4) For promotion from the Nursing Assistants, Orderlies, and Psychiatric Aides-3 job title to the Nursing Assistants, Orderlies, and Psychiatric Aides-4 job title as a Residential LNA, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
Holds five NH Nursing Board Approved competencies
Receives a satisfactory performance evaluation within the past 12 months
Is up-to-date on all mandatory in-house training
Is recommended for promotion by supervisor(s) and approved by the director of nursing
For further information please contact Franciene Clement, Nursing Coordinator, at or .
Total Compensation Information
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated. Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay Other Benefits: Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value) Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
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Worksite address
tilton, NH, 03298, US
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