Nursing Assistant - Sitter & Transporter

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Nursing Assistant - Sitter / Transporter at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Martinsburg, WV supports the nursing team across preventive to hospice care. This role includes sitter and transport duties, observation, and direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision.

Ideal candidates have related experience or education, demonstrate KSAs such as communication and teamwork, and can function as a mentor to other NAs when needed. This is a full-time on-site position with standard VA benefits.

Qualifications

• Six months of general experience or education/training related to nursing care.
• One year of education above high school with courses related to nursing care.
• Demonstrated KSAs: patient care, communication, observation and quick escalation.
• Ability to serve as a preceptor and mentor to other Nursing Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff in caring for patients across care settings.
• Document observations and care provided as part of the care plan.
• Monitor patient condition and report deviations to the nurse in charge.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and care coordination.
• Provide basic life support as required and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Observation

Precepting

Emergency response

Education

One year above high school

Two years above high school

Job description

Nursing Assistant - Sitter / Transporter at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Martinsburg, WV supports the nursing team across preventive to hospice care. This role includes sitter and transport duties, observation, and direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision.

Ideal candidates have related experience or education, demonstrate KSAs such as communication and teamwork, and can function as a mentor to other NAs when needed. This is a full-time on-site position with standard VA benefits.