Nursing Assistant - Night Shift, Complex Patient Care

Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Parental leave

Federal health insurance (VA)

Retirement benefits (401K)

Job summary

Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, AR seeks a Nursing Assistant to support licensed nursing staff in caring for Veterans across preventive, acute, and chronic conditions. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring, and documentation within a hospital-like setting and adherence to VA procedures.

The position emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and participation in care planning, with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Urinalysis screening prior to appointment.
• REAL ID requirement for identification after May 7, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed nursing staff in patient care across preventive, acute, sub-acute, chronic, and hospice settings.
• Documents care provided and patient responses in the charting system.
• Performs activities of daily living and basic nursing procedures under supervision.
• Monitors patient status and reports changes to the treatment team.
• Provides education and support to patients and families as part of the treatment plan.

Job description

Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, AR seeks a Nursing Assistant to support licensed nursing staff in caring for Veterans across preventive, acute, and chronic conditions. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring, and documentation within a hospital-like setting and adherence to VA procedures.

The position emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and participation in care planning, with rotating shifts.