Hospice Nursing Assistant - Veteran Care (12-hr Shifts)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Hospice Unit in Albuquerque, NM. This role involves direct patient care for veterans, including glucose monitoring, observation of condition changes, and documentation of care.

Scheduling includes six 12-hour shifts with occasional adjustments. This federal position offers competitive pay and benefits. Applicants must hold an approved Nursing Assistant certification.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Nursing Assistant.
• Experience in inpatient or hospice care preferred.
• Ability to document care and notify nursing staff of changes.

Responsabilités

• Utilize glucose monitoring to obtain readings and report deviations.
• Provide direct care for veterans with acute to chronic conditions.
• Document care and observations in the chart and on forms.
• Respond to changes by contacting appropriate nursing staff.
• Administer basic nursing procedures within scope and policies.

Connaissances

Glucose monitoring

Direct patient care

Observation of patient changes

Documentation of care

Formation

Nursing Assistant Certification

Outils

Glucose monitor

Tracheostomy care equipment

Description du poste

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Hospice Unit in Albuquerque, NM. This role involves direct patient care for veterans, including glucose monitoring, observation of condition changes, and documentation of care.

Scheduling includes six 12-hour shifts with occasional adjustments. This federal position offers competitive pay and benefits. Applicants must hold an approved Nursing Assistant certification.