Nursing Assistant - Geriatric & Extended Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair

South Lebanon Township (PA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 52,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs at Lebanon VA Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant at GS-3 to GS-5. Applicants must meet basic requirements and demonstrate KSAs in nursing care, communication, and patient observation, with opportunities for advancement.

Position emphasizes providing patient care under supervision, adhering to safety protocols, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced medical setting.

Qualifications

Six months of general experience or education above high school with nursing-related courses.
Ability to assist in full range of nursing care under RN supervision.
Demonstrated KSAs: communication, observing patient status, basic life support.

Responsibilities

Provide a full range of patient/resident care under supervision of a RN/LVN/LPN.
Observe patients and report deviations to supervisor promptly.
Properly use basic diagnostic and patient-care equipment.
Communicate effectively with patients, families and health professionals.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Observation

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Education

Two years of higher education with nursing-related courses

Nursing-related training program

Job description

Position emphasizes providing patient care under supervision, adhering to safety protocols, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced medical setting.

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