Inpatient Mental Health Nursing Assistant (Part-Time)

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Shorewood Hills (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Part-Time Nursing Assistant for inpatient mental health care. This entry-to-mid level role supports registered nurses by delivering direct patient care and assisting with basic nursing tasks in a hospital setting.

Candidates must meet the basic requirements and grade-level criteria (GS-03 to GS-05) with relevant experience or education, and demonstrate effective communication and clinical skills in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet the basic requirements listed (citizenship, English proficiency, and basic experience/education).
• GS-04 requires either one year of specialized nursing assistant experience or two years of education above high school with related coursework.
• GS-05 requires one year of progressively responsible experience at GS-04 level or a 4-year degree with related health care coursework.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of registered nurse.
• Assist with basic and intermediate nursing tasks as assigned.
• Observe patient condition and communicate deviations to supervisor promptly.
• Use equipment and supplies properly in routine diagnostic and treatment procedures.

Education

Two years of education above high school in health care or related field

One year of specialized nursing assistant experience

Ability to provide patient/resident care and support nurse care plans

Effective communication with patients, families and health professionals

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Part-Time Nursing Assistant for inpatient mental health care. This entry-to-mid level role supports registered nurses by delivering direct patient care and assisting with basic nursing tasks in a hospital setting.

Candidates must meet the basic requirements and grade-level criteria (GS-03 to GS-05) with relevant experience or education, and demonstrate effective communication and clinical skills in a patient-centered environment.