ICU Nursing Assistant - Flexible Shifts & Growth

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Milwaukee seeks a Nursing Assistant (GS-3 to GS-5) to provide patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes communication, adaptability, and initiative within a dynamic clinical setting.

Candidates must meet basic requirements, including education/experience criteria and KSAs, to support daily nursing activities, patient comfort, and clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Six months of general experience required.
• Experience demonstrating ability to perform NA work.
• Transcript or certification required for qualification.
• GS-3 to GS-5 level qualifications include education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive therapeutic relationship with patients and families.
• Observe and document veteran observations for clinical care.
• Perform basic nursing tasks under supervision of RN/LPN.
• Use patient care equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist in orienting patients and families to unit routines.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Nursing assistance

Adaptability

Education

Six months general experience

Two years education above high school in health care

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Milwaukee seeks a Nursing Assistant (GS-3 to GS-5) to provide patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes communication, adaptability, and initiative within a dynamic clinical setting.

Candidates must meet basic requirements, including education/experience criteria and KSAs, to support daily nursing activities, patient comfort, and clinical documentation.