Nursing Assistant – Acute Care & Patient Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs’ James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Johnson City seeks a Nursing Assistant (GS-3/GS-5) to provide direct patient care and assist with nursing tasks.

The position supports the nursing team across inpatient and outpatient settings. Qualifications include one year above high school or related coursework, English proficiency, and the ability to perform lifting and assist with patient care under supervision.

Qualifications

• Basic requirements include U.S. citizenship and education or training above high school in nursing care.
• English language proficiency must be demonstrated per VA handbook.
• Grandfathering provision may apply to current VA employees in this occupation.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient/resident care under supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to supervisor.
• Assist with basic nursing tasks and use equipment safely and in accordance with procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

One year above high school in nursing care

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs’ James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Johnson City seeks a Nursing Assistant (GS-3/GS-5) to provide direct patient care and assist with nursing tasks.

The position supports the nursing team across inpatient and outpatient settings. Qualifications include one year above high school or related coursework, English proficiency, and the ability to perform lifting and assist with patient care under supervision.