Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Inpatient Mental Health

Veterans Health Administration; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Nursing Assistant for inpatient mental health care. The role focuses on supporting recovery-oriented care, ensuring safety and dignity for Veterans, and collaborating closely with the care team.

You will perform direct care tasks, monitor patient conditions, and contribute to a therapeutic environment while adhering to infection control practices. The position requires shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Education verification required including transcripts for Nursing Assistant qualifications.
• Submit unofficial transcripts showing coursework; official copies not required.
• Proof of enrollment if currently in related coursework is accepted during application.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care including vital signs, intake and output, belongings inventory, and one-to-one observation.
• Observe and report changes in condition to the RN.
• Promote safety, infection control, and patient-centered care in a mental health environment.
• Serve as a mentor/preceptor to other Nursing Assistants on the unit.
• Work schedule includes 12-hour shifts with weekend/holiday rotations.

Skills

Nursing Assistant

Patient care

Infection control

Education

Nursing Assistant education program

Transcript verification (GS-4/5)

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Nursing Assistant for inpatient mental health care. The role focuses on supporting recovery-oriented care, ensuring safety and dignity for Veterans, and collaborating closely with the care team.

You will perform direct care tasks, monitor patient conditions, and contribute to a therapeutic environment while adhering to infection control practices. The position requires shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays.