Nursing Assistant — Advanced Patient Care & Mentor

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join the nursing care team. You will assist licensed staff in caring for patients across preventive to hospice care, and participate in care planning and mentorship.

This role requires basic education related to Nursing Assistant, ability to communicate with patients and team, and willingness to work under supervision. Experience preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of education or training related to Nursing Assistant.
• Completion of an intensive occupation-related course of study as a nursing assistant may meet the experience requirements.
• English proficiency required for direct patient care positions.
• Grandfathering provisions apply to current VA Nursing Assistants as of 2015.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff in care of patients/residents across preventive to hospice care.
• Provide direct care and observe patients for changes in condition and report to supervisors.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and mentor other Nursing Assistants.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Communication

Precepting/mentoring

Teamwork

Education

Education in Nursing Assistant

One year of education related to Nursing Assistant

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join the nursing care team. You will assist licensed staff in caring for patients across preventive to hospice care, and participate in care planning and mentorship.

This role requires basic education related to Nursing Assistant, ability to communicate with patients and team, and willingness to work under supervision. Experience preferred.