Nurse Aide

Nurse Aide

Salary

$44,294.00 - $56,646.00 Annually

Location

Lackawanna County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-45920

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Nrsg Gjmvc

Opening Date

04/01/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30320

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00134780

Bureau / Division

Gino Merli Veterans Center

Worksite Address

401 Penn Avenue

City

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18503

Contact Name

Patti Ziminskas

Contact Phone

570.961.4306

Contact Email

paziminska@pa.gov

• Description
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THE POSITION

Are you ready to launch your career serving Pennsylvanias veterans and their families? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking compassionate Nurse Aides. At the Gino J. Merli Veterans Center, you will have an opportunity to build rewarding relationships by delivering outstanding resident care to those who served our country. If you are a dedicated and empathetic professional, then join us to make an impact every day.

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

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Nurse Aide, you will to provide nonprofessional nursing care to residents. You will assist residents with activities of daily living, distribute meal trays, apply safety devices, and report vital signs. You will also be responsible for transporting and escorting residents, as well as collecting specimens for lab work. This role requires effective communication to actively participate in interdisciplinary team meeting, where you will discuss and contribute to treatment plans for residents. In addition, you will ensure a safe environment in resident rooms by addressing any hazards and reporting them to the nursing supervisor. Your day-to-day contact with our residents will positively impact their quality of life by providing the best possible care.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment (8 hours per day/40 hours per week)

• Work hours will be determined from the following shifts, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days and weekends, with every other weekend off.

• 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM)

• 3rd shift (11:00 PM to 7:30 AM)

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary 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:

• Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or
• Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.
• This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
• 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:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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• Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess six or more months of full-time paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents?

• Yes
• No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry?

• Yes
• No

04

If yes, please list your certification number and expiration date below. If you do not have a certification, please list N/A in the text box.

Required Question

Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website http://www.employment.pa.gov