Nursing Assistant — Community Living Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion VA Health Care System in Marion, IL is seeking a full-time Nursing Assistant to join our Community Living Center within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL. Applicants pending completion of education or certification requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

The role requires adherence to VA standards and teamwork with the care team. The position is structured across GS-3 to GS-5 levels with increasing responsibility: GS-3

Qualifications

• Six months of general experience.
• One year of education above high school with courses related to Nursing Assistant.
• Completion of an intensive, occupation-related training course of study for Nursing Assistant (<1 year).

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of patient/resident care under supervision and contribute to care plans.
• Observe patients/residents and report deviations to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Use basic nursing equipment and assist with routine procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and health professionals.

Education

One year of education above high school with courses related to nursing care

Intensive, occupation-related training course for Nursing Assistant (<1 year)

Job description

Marion VA Health Care System in Marion, IL is seeking a full-time Nursing Assistant to join our Community Living Center within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL. Applicants pending completion of education or certification requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

The role requires adherence to VA standards and teamwork with the care team. The position is structured across GS-3 to GS-5 levels with increasing responsibility: GS-3