Licensed Nursing Assistant Student

Overview

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

New Hampshire Veterans Home, 139 Winter St, Tilton, NH 03276

Position:
Licensed Nursing Assistant Student

Salary: $18.72/hour

The New Hampshire Veterans Home has full-time vacancies for Licensed Nursing Assistant Students.

6:45am - 3:15pm (Monday - Friday)

APPLY NOW - CLASSES ARE HELD REGULARLY!

Become a full-time employee to complete the course and obtain your license. Once licensed, you will become a full-time LNA I on 2nd or 3rd shift and work rotating weekends, some holidays, and overtime.

For more information on the program, call  and ask to speak with Staff Development.

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.

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.

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 credentialing.

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.

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.

In-Band Advancement Available:
No
Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
Yes

Criteria: BGA
01 (Level 1 to Level
2)

For promotion from the 31-1130 Nursing Assistants, Orderlies, and Psychiatric Aides-1 job title to the 31-1130 Nursing Assistants, Orderlies, and Psychiatric Aides-2 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:

• Has one year of experience functioning as a Licensed Nursing Assistant or other practicing medical professional
• Demonstrates sufficient competency in performance of required tasks to serve as mentor for new nursing assistants
• 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

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Detailed Tasks (Standard)

Assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, standing, walking, or exercising. Ensures proper dietary intake and adequate hydration and that dietary…