Nursing Assistant: Complex Care, Inpatient/Outpatient

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide complex nursing care as part of the nursing care team in outpatient, inpatient, and community settings.

The role supports licensed staff, assists with patient care activities, and participates in treatment planning. Strong English communication and basic nursing knowledge are essential for delivering quality care in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in the full range of nursing care under supervision
• Ability to communicate orally with patients/families and team members
• Experience with coordinating care and prioritizing tasks

Responsibilities

• Reports patient observations to the LVN/RN and treatment team
• Organizes and obtains routine supplies and equipment
• Assists with orienting patient/family to unit routines and policies
• Participates in treatment planning meetings
• Monitors and documents patient intake/output and other vitals as required

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Education

One year of education above high school with courses related to Nursing Assistant

Completion of an intensive occupation-related training course of less than one year as Nursing Assistant

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide complex nursing care as part of the nursing care team in outpatient, inpatient, and community settings.

The role supports licensed staff, assists with patient care activities, and participates in treatment planning. Strong English communication and basic nursing knowledge are essential for delivering quality care in a multi-disciplinary environment.