Nursing Assistant - Resource Pool - Night Shift

Department of Veterans Affairs • Prescott, AZ

371d • $38,089 - $62,183

About The Position

Northern Arizona VA Health Care System is looking for a Nursing Assistant to join the Nursing Service team! This is a night shift position. The position is permanent and full-time, with a salary range of $38,089 - $62,183 per year, classified under GS 3 - 5. The job is located in Prescott, AZ, and does not allow for remote work or telework. Travel is not required, and relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination/evaluation.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required.
• Participation in the COVID-19 vaccination program is required.
• Must be able to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must serve a probationary period if selected.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Must be registered with Selective Service if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• One year of recent nursing assistant experience.
• Experience in another medical field (licensed practical nurse, health technician, etc.).
• Successful completion of 2 years above high school in an accredited institution with courses related to nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes glucose monitoring machine to receive glucose readings for veterans and refers deviation to appropriate health care staff.
• Provides direct care for complex veterans.
• Makes observations of subtle changes in resident's condition, such as behavior shifts, mood, skin coloring, appetite, etc., and acts accordingly within the NA's assigned role.
• Documents care given, observations, and responses on appropriate tools or forms.
• Responds appropriately to subtle patient changes by contacting the appropriate nursing personnel.
• Administers complete tracheostomy care, including suctioning.
• Monitors and documents patient intake and output, reporting deviations timely and accurately.
• Performs nursing procedures within scope of practice and according to policies and standard procedures.
• Works on small group activities with veterans/residents according to the patients/resident treatment plan.
• Actively participates in Treatment Planning Meetings.
• Utilizes equipment to promote veteran self-care, such as lift equipment and Hydro sound Tubs.
• Verbally provides patient information to the treatment team for inclusion in the veteran/residents' plan of care.
• Enters information about the residents' condition in the chart, utilizing appropriate formats.
• Participates in maintaining a clean, safe environment for the patient/resident.
• Removes defective equipment, reports hazards, observes safety regulations, and contributes to infection control.
• Serves as the unit safe patient handling liaison.
• Serves as preceptor and mentor to other NAs.
• Orients members of the health care team to the units as appropriate.
• Functions as a member of the unit base counsel.
• Manages distributed patient behavior and appropriately intervenes.
• Initiates basic life support and takes appropriate action.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for annual leave based on years of service.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make federal careers rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees