Nursing CNA FULL TIME

The Nursing Assistant (NA) supports the Community Living Center within the Patient Care Service Line - providing compassionate care to long-term residents - hospice veterans - and those with rehabilitation or skilled needs. As a key member of the nursing team - the NA prioritizes veteran-centered care - demonstrates strong teamwork and customer service - and maintains professional standards.

Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. BASIC REQUIREMENTS - To qualify for employment as a VHA Nursing Assistant (NA) - all applicants must meet the following

Citizenship Must be a citizen of the United States

Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3g - this part

Experience or Education or Training Six months of general experience

Experience must demonstrate the ability to acquire the knowledge and skills to perform the work of a Nursing Assistant

OR One year of education above high school with courses related to the Nursing Assistant occupation

OR Completion of an intensive - specialized - occupation-related training course or program of less than one year as a Nursing Assistant may also meet in full the experience requirements for GS-3. English Language Proficiency Nursing Assistants must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005 - part II - chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3j

GS-3 Nursing Assistant (Entry Level) Experience and Education: None beyond the basic requirements

GS-4 Nursing Assistant Experience or Education: One year of specialized experience as a Nursing Assistant or experience in another medical field (licensed practical nurse - health technician - hospital corpsman - etc.) - performing technical and nursing skills requiring knowledge of the human physical and emotional states - therapeutic communication - and technical skills required for basic and intermediate treatments

OR Successful completion of 2 years above high school in an accredited institution with courses related to nursing care - health care - or in a field of study appropriate to the specialization of the position - such as education in a program for psychology - psychiatric - or operating room technicians

Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs): In addition - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Ability to provide a range of patient/resident care and contribute to the completion of the nurse care plan and recovery of patients/residents

Ability to observe patients/residents' or residents' physical or emotional status and refer deviations and/or problems to supervisor in a timely manner

Ability to properly use equipment - materials - and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures such as bladder scan - continuous passive motion device - blood glucose monitoring machine - specimen collection - etc

Ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents - their families - and other health professionals

GS-5 Nursing Assistant (Full Performance Level) Experience or Education: One year of progressively responsible assignments and experience equivalent to the GS-4 level which demonstrates knowledge - skills - and abilities that are directly related to the specific assignment

OR Successful completion of a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree that included 24 semester hours of courses related to health care or possession of a bachelor's degree

Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs): In addition - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Ability to assist in the full range of nursing care to patients/residents with physical and/or behavioral problems in a hospital - long-term care - or outpatient setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse

Ability to communicate orally with patients/residents - families - interdisciplinary team - and other personnel

This includes serving as a preceptor to new Nursing Assistants by assisting with the coordination of their orientation and overseeing/assessing their practical experience while in a clinical setting

Ability to recognize and react to emergent patient/resident care situations and intervene while waiting for assistance

Preferred Experience: Long-term care - hospice - and/or rehabilitation experience

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-5. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-3 to GS-5. This position requires visual acuity - hearing - clear speech - and manual dexterity

The incumbent may be exposed to infectious materials and may need to wear protective equipment

The role requires a dependable - flexible individual who can work effectively under stress and adapt to shifting patient needs.

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