State of Florida·Columbia County, Florida
Provide direct nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents at the Veterans' Domiciliary Home. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, transporting residents, and documenting services in facility software.
08/07/2026 Total Compensation Estimator ToolRequisition #880325 SENIOR CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs Robert H. Jenkins State Domiciliary Veterans' Home Lake City, Columbia County Annual Salary: $37,420.76 Paid Bi-Weekly Shift: 3:30PM-12:00AM; 11:30PM to 8:00AM All SCNAs working 2nd or 3rd shift will be eligible for .50¢ hourly shift differential Excellent retirement package and optional deferred compensation plan. Health, vision, dental, disability, and other supplemental insurance are available at reasonable premium rates. Paid vacation and sick leave. Nine (9) paid holidays and personal day. Tuition waiver available for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester). ***Other vacant Senior Certified Nursing Assistant/Activities (shifts), including OPS (Temporary) positions may be filled from this advertisement within Six (6) months of the closing date***
30PM to 12:00AM or 11:30PM to 8:00AM Must be willing and able to work every other weekend Must be willing and able to work holidays as required. Must have current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant License Must have current CPR certification Must have a valid Florida driver’s license Must be willing and able to drive a 15-passenger facility van (Training provided at facility) Successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug test
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Preferred qualifications: Experience in long-term care or 120 bed skilled nursing facility Experience driving a large passenger van
The incumbent for the Senior Certified Nursing Assistant (SCNA) position is responsible to provide direct nursing care to residents of the Veterans’ Domiciliary Home of Florida, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with facility policies and procedures. Incumbent will provide assistance with all aspects of resident care as assigned by the shift supervisor, including activities of daily living, ambulation and mobility in facility. Respond promptly and courteously when answering call lights. Observe, identify and report resident concerns or needs to the shift supervisor. Complete assignments timely, completely, accurately and in a cooperative manner. Follow established performance standards and perform duties according to nursing service and FDVA policies and procedures.
Provide the necessary assistance when giving residents the following activities of daily living nursing care: oral hygiene, bathing, dressing and grooming, hair and nail care, shaving, toileting, eating and drinking, and mobility Assist as needed with related functions to, for, and with residents to include activities such as escorting to meals, assisting with laundry, and assisting with participation in activities Perform restorative measures such as obtaining and recording vital signs/weights, and assistance with self-administration of medications. Document services provided within facility software/databases Consistently work cooperatively and respectfully with residents, family or resident representatives, facility staff, physicians, ARNP’s, consultants and ancillary service providers Follow Residents Rights policies at all times Maintain confidentiality of resident information Transport and/or escort residents to appointments as assigned Assist with monitoring and accountability of residents to enable medical personnel to accomplish health related tasks Attend all in-service programs, training classes, and domiciliary meetings Assume responsibility and accountability for information contained in the Employee Handbook Observe all facility safety, infection control and quality improvement, HIPPA policies and procedures, and internal quality improvement processes Performs other related duties as required
This position is in the Career Service system.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Veterans’ preference.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Must possess a current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant license, CPR certification, and a valid Florida driver's license. Candidates must be able to work specific evening/night shifts, including every other weekend and holidays.
Market context
In Florida, support-services openings often draw steady demand because facilities rely on CNAs and other support staff to keep daily operations moving. These roles are competitive when employers need current Florida CNA licensure, AHA BLS certification, and EKG skills, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here save you time by pulling key details from the original posting. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and note any EKG experience clearly in your resume.
