Compassionate Nursing Assistant for Veteran Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a qualified Nursing Assistant (GS-3 to GS-5) to support nursing teams and Veteran care. Basic requirements include US citizenship and either six months of general experience or one year of related education; advancement to higher grades depends on experience and formal education.

Applicants must meet English proficiency standards and KSAs such as patient care, observation, and effective communication with patients and health

Qualifications

• Six months of general experience or one year of education above high school with courses related to nursing care.
• Completion of 2 years above high school in courses related to nursing care or health care may meet requirements at GS-4.
• For GS-5, a 4-year degree with 24 semester hours in health care or related fields is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of patient/resident care under supervision.
• Observe patients' physical or emotional status and report deviations in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and health professionals.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Observation

Clinical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of health-related education

Bachelor's degree in health care (preferred)

Tools

Blood glucose monitor

Bladder scan

CPR equipment

Job description

The James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a qualified Nursing Assistant (GS-3 to GS-5) to support nursing teams and Veteran care. Basic requirements include US citizenship and either six months of general experience or one year of related education; advancement to higher grades depends on experience and formal education.

Applicants must meet English proficiency standards and KSAs such as patient care, observation, and effective communication with patients and health