Inpatient Mental Health Nursing Assistant

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico VA Health Care System is seeking a Nursing Assistant for its Inpatient Mental Health Service in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves providing patient/resident care in inpatient settings and supporting care planning under supervision of a registered nurse.

Candidates must meet VA qualification standards; various education and experience paths are noted. The position may involve rotating shifts and requires adherence to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Applicant may be referred pending completion of requirements.
• Must meet VA qualification standards for Nursing Assistant series.
• Grandfathering provisions apply for current VA employees.

Responsibilities

• The NA cares for patients/residents in outpatient, inpatient, home or community settings.
• Documents care and observations on appropriate tools or forms.
• Responds to subtle patient changes and notifies nursing staff.
• Performs basic nursing tasks and assists with plan of care under RN oversight.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Observation ability

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary nursing education

Bachelor’s degree in health care

Tools

Glucose monitoring

Medical equipment use

Tracheostomy care

Job description

The New Mexico VA Health Care System is seeking a Nursing Assistant for its Inpatient Mental Health Service in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves providing patient/resident care in inpatient settings and supporting care planning under supervision of a registered nurse.

Candidates must meet VA qualification standards; various education and experience paths are noted. The position may involve rotating shifts and requires adherence to health and safety protocols.