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State of Nebraska

State government promoting agriculture

Nursing Assistant/Med Aide

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeNorfolk, NE, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Complete a state-approved 76-hour nurse aide training course and competency evaluation program and be listed on the Nebraska Nurse Aide Registry.
  • Successfully complete the Medication Aide course and be listed on the Medication Aide registry within the first year of employment.
  • Know the principles and processes for providing customer and personal services; Nebraska Medication Aide Act, medication administration and adverse medication reactions; regulations governing nursing assistants; principles and practices of basic nursing assistance; infection control practices; HIPAA regulations; abuse and neglect identification and prevention; safety principles; and privacy and dignity principles.
  • Have skill in providing basic nursing assistance and administering medications.
  • Be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and push or pull up to 75 pounds occasionally on a daily basis.
  • Be able to frequently bend at the waist and neck, frequently twist at the waist, and walk or stand up to 90% of the shift.
  • Be able to lift, turn, or reposition members as needed and adapt to changing job demands.
  • Be able to interact positively with members and others.

Responsibilities

  • Provide quality care to maintain each member's quality of life while maintaining members' dignity and confidentiality.
  • Perform routine nursing duties in the general care of elderly members in the Veterans Home.
  • Prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications and treatments.
  • Under the general supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse, provide basic nursing care, administer medications, and apply treatments to Veterans Home members within the scope of the Nebraska Medication Aide Act, state Nursing Assistant regulations, and Veterans Affairs regulations.

About the Company

State of Nebraska

State government promoting agriculture

Nebraska is a U.S. state that provides government services to residents and supports the state’s economy, with a strong emphasis on agriculture. The state operates through agencies and programs that manage public education, infrastructure, health, safety, land use, and economic development, aiming to keep communities safe, informed, and prosperous. Its programs work by collecting taxes and fees, creating laws and regulations, and delivering services via state agencies, local governments, and partnerships with farmers, businesses, and non-profits. Nebraska differentiates itself from other states through its large agricultural sector and open land, which shape policies and programs around farming, water management, rural development, and access to markets. The goal is to sustain a stable, productive environment for residents and to support agricultural leadership and economic growth across the state.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Lincoln, NE
Founded
1867

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