Mental Health Nursing Assistant — Compassionate Patient Care

Preferra Insurance; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

This Nursing Assistant position is located in the Nursing Service (Mental Health) at the Bedford VA Healthcare Medical Center in Bedford, Massachusetts. It is a full-time role at 40 hours per week.

The position supports veterans in a mental health setting, with duties including direct patient care, observation, and coordination with the treatment team. Shift options may vary to meet patient needs, with potential weekend/holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Must have basic nursing knowledge and ability to perform patient care tasks as part of the nursing team.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing.
• Candidates may be referred before all requirements are fully met.
• US citizenship requirement per VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to veterans as part of the Nursing Service (Mental Health).
• Document care and observations in medical records.
• Assist with treatments and basic nursing tasks under supervision of RNs/LPNs.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and uphold patient safety and quality standards.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Observation skills

Teamwork

Caring demeanor

Education

One year of education above high school in related field

Two years above high school with related courses

Job description

This Nursing Assistant position is located in the Nursing Service (Mental Health) at the Bedford VA Healthcare Medical Center in Bedford, Massachusetts. It is a full-time role at 40 hours per week.

The position supports veterans in a mental health setting, with duties including direct patient care, observation, and coordination with the treatment team. Shift options may vary to meet patient needs, with potential weekend/holiday coverage.