Nursing Assistant - Long-Term Care & Patient Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charles George VAMC in Asheville, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care in a long‑term care setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The position requires meeting VA basic requirements, including U.S.

citizenship or eligible status, and education or experience in nursing care, with strong communication and observation skills. Successful candidates will join a dedicated team and may qualify for advancement to higher grades as described in the VA

Qualifications

• Six months of general experience or education or training.
• English language proficiency per VA standards.
• GS-04 requires one year of specialized NA experience or 2 years of related education.
• GS-05 requires one year of progressively responsible experience or a 4-year degree with health-related courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Observe patients and report deviations to supervisor.
• Use equipment and supplies for basic treatments as needed.
• Communicate with patients, families, and health professionals.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Observation

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

The Charles George VAMC in Asheville, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care in a long‑term care setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The position requires meeting VA basic requirements, including U.S.

citizenship or eligible status, and education or experience in nursing care, with strong communication and observation skills. Successful candidates will join a dedicated team and may qualify for advancement to higher grades as described in the VA