Compassionate Nursing Assistant — Patient-Centered Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking Nursing Assistants to join the nursing care team. You will assist licensed staff in preventive, acute, sub-acute, chronic, maintenance, and hospice care, with responsibilities spanning direct patient care, observation, and support for treatment planning.

The role includes mentorship of peers and involvement in care planning with RN supervision. Ideal candidates have basic experience or education in nursing care, strong communication, and ability

Qualifications

• Six months of general experience
• Experience must demonstrate ability to acquire knowledge and skills for NA work
• May qualify by education or training related to nursing care or health care
• Demonstrated KSAs for patient care, observation, and communication

Responsibilities

• Identify and report signs and changes in patients to RN/supervisor
• Initiate emergency procedures when trained
• Monitor Veterans at risk and refer to charge nurse
• Assist with activities of daily living and basic care tasks
• Support care planning and treatment planning meetings
• Learn and use glucose monitoring and rehabilitative care techniques
• Promote therapeutic relationships and safeguard patient privacy

Education

Two years above high school in related field

High school diploma with related coursework

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking Nursing Assistants to join the nursing care team. You will assist licensed staff in preventive, acute, sub-acute, chronic, maintenance, and hospice care, with responsibilities spanning direct patient care, observation, and support for treatment planning.

The role includes mentorship of peers and involvement in care planning with RN supervision. Ideal candidates have basic experience or education in nursing care, strong communication, and ability