Nursing Assistant- Mental Health (7A)

About the position

The Nursing Assistant position is located at the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS), Murfreesboro, TN campus in Mental Health (7A). This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-5. At the GS-3 and GS-4 grade levels, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-5. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance.

Responsibilities

• Participates in implementing the healthcare plan by performing tasks delegated by and performed under the supervision and directions of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs full range of nursing procedures utilizing appropriate and safe techniques.
• Responsible for the reprocessing and cleaning of reusable medical equipment items on the assigned unit.
• Provides appropriate verbal information and written facts as a part of a patient-driven holistic care plan for life.
• Assures the appropriate/safe use of equipment and supplies.
• Follows principles of infection control and safety for a wide range of conditions including implementation of standard precautions and identifying and reporting environmental safety hazards.
• Recognizes urgent/emergent situations and follows guidelines and emergency preparedness plan.
• Provides for activities of daily living of a group of patients.
• Provides technical support to the unit staff.
• Orients, coaches and educates staff and students.
• Provides monitoring for patients that require close and continuous observation using the AvaSure Telesitter technology.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP).

Nice-to-haves

• Preferred Experience: Acute mental health and substance use disorders.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position held.