Nursing Assistant

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Springfield, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Correctional professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Duties Assists Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in performing patient care activities for psychiatric and long-term medical/surgical patients. Rotates with other nursing assistants in assignments, working variable hours. Assists with admissions and dismissals, including delivery of medical records as necessary. Reports pertinent data in a timely manner to the medical staff including changes in patient's condition requiring assessment and/or further intervention. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff's correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• Must meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria.
• Must be rated well-qualified for the position.
• Must submit appropriate documentation to support CTAP eligibility.
• Must have completed a 2-year degree program in an accredited community college, junior college or college university in practical nursing or in a field of study appropriate to the specialization of the position, such as education in a program for a psychology, psychiatric or operating room technician (GL-04).
• Must have completed a four-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses related to the occupation (GL-05).
• Six months of General Experience and six months of Specialized Experience (GL-04).
• One year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level (GL-05).
• Qualifying specialized experience includes nonprofessional nursing care work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other medical, nursing, or patient care facility, or in such work as that of a home health aide.
• Experience in assisting patients with transfer or transportation utilizing good body mechanics and safety precautions.
• Experience in recording patient care duties in the medical record, such as documenting Intake and Output, vital signs, or hygiene tasks.
• Experience in appropriate donning and doffing of personal protective equipment necessary to protect staff and patient safety.
• Experience in providing personal nursing care, such as providing pre- and post-operative care.
• Experience in caring for mentally ill and long-term patients, including observing, recording, and reporting change in their behavior.
• Experience assisting physicians and nurses with exams or treatments dealing with patient care, including turning and positioning patients, draping, maintaining sterile conditions and use of safety restraints.
• Have a combination of education and experience that has equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position.
• Must upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience.
• Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).
• All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Maximum entry age of 36 has been established for original appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons institution (unless exempt by prior federal law enforcement coverage).
• Must satisfactorily pass all screening requirements in relation to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit check.
• Must complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence if not currently working in an institution.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Assists Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in performing patient care activities for psychiatric and long-term medical/surgical patients.
• Rotates with other nursing assistants in assignments, working variable hours.
• Assists with admissions and dismissals, including delivery of medical records as necessary.
• Reports pertinent data in a timely manner to the medical staff including changes in patient's condition requiring assessment and/or further intervention.
• Maintains security of the institution.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree