Compassionate Nursing Assistant – Long-Term Care & Hospice

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Cheyenne, WY invites applications for a Nursing Assistant within the Community Living Center, as part of the Patient Care Service Line, delivering care to long‑term residents and veterans with rehabilitative needs.

The job requires meeting basic VA qualifications, citizenship, and English proficiency; training pathways include related education or experience. The full performance level ranges from GS‑3 to GS‑5 with responsibilities under supervision.

Qualifications

• Six months general experience or education above high school related to nursing.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English as per VA requirements.
• Citizenship as a US citizen (with certain exceptions).

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of patient/resident care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Observe patients/residents and report deviations promptly.
• Use equipment and supplies for basic diagnostics and care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and health professionals.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Observation

Safety

Education

One year education beyond high school

Nursing care-related coursework

Tools

Bladder scan

CPM device

Glucose monitor

Specimen collection tools

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Cheyenne, WY invites applications for a Nursing Assistant within the Community Living Center, as part of the Patient Care Service Line, delivering care to long‑term residents and veterans with rehabilitative needs.

The job requires meeting basic VA qualifications, citizenship, and English proficiency; training pathways include related education or experience. The full performance level ranges from GS‑3 to GS‑5 with responsibilities under supervision.