Compassionate Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Team Mentor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Tucson, AZ seeks a Nursing Assistant to support veterans across outpatient, inpatient, home, or Community Living Center settings under licensed supervision.

The NA performs activities of daily living and contributes to treatment plans and recovery, under the direction of a licensed provider. Responsibilities include direct patient care, accurate documentation, and effective communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• Candidate must meet basic VA qualification standards or be grandfathered under VA rules.
• Education/experience requirements include at least 1 year above high school with nursing-related courses.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living for Veterans.
• Support nursing staff in outpatient, inpatient, or home/community settings.
• Document care and observations accurately in charts and forms.
• Assist with nursing procedures and monitor patient status as directed.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Observation & reporting

Patient safety

Education

One year above high school in nursing/health care

Short course in nursing assistant (<1 year)

English language proficiency

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Tucson, AZ seeks a Nursing Assistant to support veterans across outpatient, inpatient, home, or Community Living Center settings under licensed supervision.

The NA performs activities of daily living and contributes to treatment plans and recovery, under the direction of a licensed provider. Responsibilities include direct patient care, accurate documentation, and effective communication with the care team.