Acute Care Nursing Assistant - Day Shift & VA Benefits

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Boise Veterans Affairs Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide daily patient care within Acute Care. The role supports the care plan under RN direction, performing essential tasks and documenting progress. This position emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and teamwork in a demanding hospital environment.

Applicants must meet VA requirements, with various education/experience pathways. The role includes standing/walking, patient transfers, and maintaining infection control

Qualifications

• General experience or education or training to perform Nursing Assistant duties.
• Proficiency in providing a range of patient/resident care under supervision.
• Ability to observe and report patient changes to the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the full range of nursing care for patients/residents.
• Contribute to the patient care plan with the interdisciplinary team.
• Implement team decisions and document outcomes.
• Promote unit performance improvement and safety practices.
• Provide compassionate care while maintaining patient dignity and safety.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Communication

Safety

Education

Nursing Assistant training

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boise Veterans Affairs Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide daily patient care within Acute Care. The role supports the care plan under RN direction, performing essential tasks and documenting progress. This position emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and teamwork in a demanding hospital environment.

Applicants must meet VA requirements, with various education/experience pathways. The role includes standing/walking, patient transfers, and maintaining infection control