Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Patient Care & Team Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; South Lebanon Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Pennsylvania seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes basic nursing skills, observation of patient status, and clear communication with patients and care teams.

Requirements include US citizenship, education above high school related to NA, and English proficiency per VA guidelines. Prior Long Term Care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• One year above high school with courses related to the NA occupation.
• Two years above high school with health care related courses as applicable to nursing assistance.
• Ability to perform basic nursing tasks under supervision and collaborate with health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient/resident care under RN supervision.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams.
• Observe patient status and report deviations in a timely manner.
• Safely use basic diagnostic and treatment equipment as needed.

Skills

US Citizenship

English proficiency

Communication skills

Observation skills

Equipment operation

Education

One year above high school NA-related courses

Two years above high school in health care or related field

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Pennsylvania seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes basic nursing skills, observation of patient status, and clear communication with patients and care teams.

Requirements include US citizenship, education above high school related to NA, and English proficiency per VA guidelines. Prior Long Term Care experience is a plus.