Acute Care Nursing Assistant for Veteran Patients

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Retirement benefits

Federal health/vision/dental

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Nursing Assistant (Acute Care) under an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. The role supports inpatient units with essential nursing tasks to restore veterans to independence or ensure comfort at end of life.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and following safety and privacy protocols. The posted pay range is $42,127–$68,781 per year, with benefits including time off and federal retirement

Qualifications

• Education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions is required to qualify for Federal employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in activities of daily living (ADLs) and provide basic nursing care to patients.
• Monitor and record vital signs, and assist with EKGs, weight, height, and intake/output.
• Provide care to patients in isolation and under chemotherapy precautions; maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer; support the nursing team to ensure safe and dignified patient care.

Skills

Nursing care

Vital signs

Patient safety

HIPAA

Education

Education recognized by US Department of Education

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Nursing Assistant (Acute Care) under an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. The role supports inpatient units with essential nursing tasks to restore veterans to independence or ensure comfort at end of life.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and following safety and privacy protocols. The posted pay range is $42,127–$68,781 per year, with benefits including time off and federal retirement