Nursing Assistant

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Castle Point (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking Nursing Assistants for Long Term Care at Montrose and Castle Point Campuses. This role involves providing direct care to veterans, documenting care, and ensuring a safe environment. The position requires U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and related experience or education. The pay range is competitive, and the announcement remains open until 05/01/2026.

Benefits

Comprehensive federal benefits package

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and successful drug screening required.
• Experience or education related to nursing assistance is a minimum requirement.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care for veterans.
• Documenting care and responses in appropriate tools and EHR.
• Monitoring and documenting intake/output and patient safety.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Experience related to nursing assistance

Education

Accredited education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range

This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$39,222.00/yr - $64,031.00/yr

Summary

This is an Open & Continuous Announcement and will remain open until 05/01/2026 to fill current and future NA - Long Term Care vacancies for various shifts at the Montrose and Castle Point Campuses. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be referred for consideration as vacancies become available.

Duties

The Community Living Center (CLC) Nursing Assistant (NA) will work in a Long Term Care Unit at either the Montrose or Castle Point Campus. The NA performs assignments within Nursing Service, may work outside of the CLC as needed, and must work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct care for veterans
• Performing nursing care related to personal hygiene, comfort, activity, nutrition, elimination, skin care, and rehabilitation
• Observing and reporting subtle changes in resident's condition
• Documenting care and responses in appropriate tools and EHR
• Responding to resident changes by contacting nursing staff
• Performing specific nursing procedures (e.g., tracheostomy care, enemas)
• Monitoring and documenting intake/output and patient safety
• Assisting with patient education and promoting independence
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment and observing safety regulations
• Participating in team activities and meetings
• Managing disruptive behavior and initiating emergency responses

Work Schedule

Schedules discussed at interview; not virtual; no relocation incentives.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen
• Successful drug screening and background check
• Proficiency in English
• Completion of pre-employment physical
• Participation in flu vaccination program

Qualifications

Applicants pending education/certification may be considered; minimum requirements include U.S. citizenship, experience or education related to nursing assistance, and English proficiency. Grade levels GS-3 to GS-5 are described with specific experience, education, and KSAs for each. Preferred experience includes certification and mental health work.

Physical Requirements

Position involves lifting, standing, bending, walking, and exposure to hazards, with specific sensory and environmental demands.

Education

Only accredited education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education qualifies. Foreign education requires certification of equivalency.

Additional Information

Details on service credit, application options, and employment policies are provided. Benefits include comprehensive federal packages. This is an excepted service position, encouraging persons with disabilities to apply.