Nursing Assistant

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Cheyenne (WY)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 66,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Nursing Assistant at the Cheyenne VA Medical Center. Provides basic care to Veterans with acute or chronic conditions, supports nursing staff, and helps maintain a safe, home-like environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring patient needs, and participating in therapy and recreation activities to promote wellness and engagement. Full-time, day shift with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

Proven ability to provide basic care to patients with acute or chronic conditions.
Supports nursing staff and monitors patient needs.
Maintains safe, clean and comfortable patient environments.

Responsibilities

Provides direct care to Veterans as part of the nursing team.
Assists with activities of daily living and patient comfort.
Participates in recreation and therapy activities as appropriate.

Skills

Basic patient care

Nursing assistant support

Daily living activities

Safety protocols

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
Schedule: Full time Day Shift 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM with rotating weekends and holidays

The Cheyenne VA Medical Center is seeking one (1) Nursing Assistant to provide basic care to patients with acute or chronic conditions in diverse settings. Responsibilities include assisting nursing staff, monitoring patient needs, supporting daily living activities, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment for Veterans.

Key Responsibilities

Other duties may include but are not limited to: Provides direct care to disabled Veterans residing in the CLC. Maintains required unit competencies to ensure safety and high-quality resident care. Supports a resident-centered care model and helps maintain a home-like environment. Performs restorative nursing care to promote residents' highest functional level, including provider-ordered programs such as walk-to-dine.

Participates in recreation therapy activities to support socialization, engagement, and physical activity through planned events and outings. Performs other duties as assigned, commensurate with grade level. Work Schedule: Full Time, DAY SHIFT 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM with rotating weekends and holidays Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: GS-3 442-56057-A, GS-4 442-56058-A, GS-5 442-56059-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $41285 – $65597/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full time Day Shift 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM with rotating weekends and holidays position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.