Acute Care Nursing Assistant for Veterans

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The New Mexico VA Health Care System, part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Nursing Assistant 5A for the 5A Medicine Acute Care Service in Albuquerque. You will provide direct patient care, monitor glucose levels, and assist with procedures in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The posted pay range is $38,403 – $62,226 per year. Applications close 2026-10-30. This is a federal position with rotating shifts; telework is not available.

Qualifications

• Federal employment eligibility rules apply.
• Credentials must align with VA/USAJOBS qualification standards.

Responsabilités

• Utilizes glucose monitoring equipment to obtain readings and reports deviations.
• Provides direct patient care for veterans with acute to chronic conditions.
• Documents care, observations, and responses; responds to subtle patient changes.
• Performs nursing procedures within scope and policies, including basic wound care and dressing changes.
• Promotes resident independence and participates in Treatment Planning Meetings.
• Operates equipment to assist patient self-care; rotates shifts (not telework).

Description du poste

The New Mexico VA Health Care System, part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Nursing Assistant 5A for the 5A Medicine Acute Care Service in Albuquerque. You will provide direct patient care, monitor glucose levels, and assist with procedures in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The posted pay range is $38,403 – $62,226 per year. Applications close 2026-10-30. This is a federal position with rotating shifts; telework is not available.