Inpatient Nursing Assistant – Patient Care & Support

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential 10%

Weekend premium 25%

Holiday pay

Paid time off 37-50 days

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Sioux Falls VA Health Care System is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the Medical/Surgical Unit. The role delivers holistic patient care through collaboration with an interprofessional team in an inpatient setting.

Qualifications include basic requirements for Nursing Assistants with potential for GS-3 to GS-5 levels; duties cover vital signs, documentation, patient transport, and basic treatments with emphasis on safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Nursing assistant duties include delivering basic patient care.
• Ability to observe and report patient conditions and changes.
• Competence in using basic clinical equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients in medical/surgical units.
• Perform vital signs, glucose monitoring, and assist with activities of daily living.
• Document patient information accurately in the chart.
• Assist with mobilization, positioning, and transport of patients.
• Respond to emergencies and support care team as needed.
• Mentor and precept other Nursing Assistants on the unit.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical care

Patient transport

Emergency response

Documentation

Education

Nursing Assistant experience

Healthcare education

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Sioux Falls VA Health Care System is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the Medical/Surgical Unit. The role delivers holistic patient care through collaboration with an interprofessional team in an inpatient setting.

Qualifications include basic requirements for Nursing Assistants with potential for GS-3 to GS-5 levels; duties cover vital signs, documentation, patient transport, and basic treatments with emphasis on safety and quality of care.