Nursing Assistant: Patient Care Leader & Rehab Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

James H Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center (JHQVAMC) seeks a Nursing Assistant to perform and assist with diagnostic studies and treatments, while fostering patient independence and dignity. The role emphasizes initiative, supervision, and teaching proper technique to staff and patients.

Applicants may be referred while meeting educational/certification requirements. Eligibility includes education above high school with nursing-related courses and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Education or training in Nursing Assistant field.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing as per VA standards.
• Grandfathering provision may apply to current VA employees in this occupation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic studies and treatments as directed.
• Teach patients about selected treatment procedures.
• Provide leadership to nursing assistant staff and demonstrate techniques by example.
• Promote patient motivation, independence, rehabilitation, and dignity.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Equipment use

Communication

Education

Education above high school (Nursing Assistant related)

Additional courses related to nursing care/health care

Job description

James H Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center (JHQVAMC) seeks a Nursing Assistant to perform and assist with diagnostic studies and treatments, while fostering patient independence and dignity. The role emphasizes initiative, supervision, and teaching proper technique to staff and patients.

Applicants may be referred while meeting educational/certification requirements. Eligibility includes education above high school with nursing-related courses and English proficiency.