Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
sick leave
vacation
Paid parental leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
Job Description
The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS) is a dedicated state agency committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families. At the heart of its mission is ensuring that veterans receive the highest quality services to enable them to thrive throughout their lives. One of the key facilities that supports this mission is the Arizona State Veterans' Home located in Phoenix, Arizona. This facility provides long-term care and restorative services aimed at enhancing the quality of life for veterans. As a trusted healthcare institution, the Arizona State Veterans' Home focuses on compassionate, veteran-centered care backed by professional... Show More
Job Requirements
- Active certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Arizona
- a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety
- possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment
- willingness to participate in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)
- ability to lift and reposition residents without restrictions
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of restorative practices and techniques of group and individual programs
- knowledge of principles, methods, materials and equipment used in physical therapy, occupational therapy and/or speech language pathology
- knowledge of hazards for residents during treatment and precautions to be observed in lifting and moving residents
- knowledge of basic medical and rehabilitation terminology, documentation and reporting practices
- skill in motivating residents to maximize participation as deemed appropriate by individual treatment plans
- skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with residents, coworkers and residents' families
- skill in observation of resident response to interventions and programs
- skill in demonstrating various therapeutic interventions
- skill in demonstrating proper application or use of assistive devices and equipment
- ability to lift and reposition residents without restrictions
- ability to identify abnormal or unusual responses or conditions of residents that require reporting to the licensed nurse
- ability to operate a variety of therapeutic equipment
Job Duties
- Provide restorative nursing services as designated by the licensed nurse and/or therapist to assist residents to increase independence in mobility
- assist and instruct certified nursing assistants in the proper delivery of ADL care such as transfers, positioning, exercise, feeding, toileting, and the proper use of assistive devices
- document resident's participation and response to restorative nursing care
- complete and record residents weights on a weekly or monthly basis
- maintain stock or equipment and a safe, neat, and efficient working environment
- remain actively involved in AMS processes such as Huddle Boards, Problem Solving, Job Breakdown Sheets, Success Tracking, and Standardized work
- participate fully in the QAPI process, our Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement program mandated by CMS
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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