Nursing Assistant, Veteran Care - Community Living Center

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Hot Springs (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

VA Black Hills Health Care System in Hot Springs, SD, is seeking Nursing Assistants for the Community Living Center to provide daily personal care, assist with treatments, and document observations for Veterans with complex needs.

Work includes a mix of day and night shifts, weekends and holidays, with a focus on safe, individualized care and collaboration with licensed nurses to support recovery and well-being.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• English Language Proficiency
• Six months of general experience or equivalent education
• Ability to provide patient/resident care as part of a care team

Responsibilities

• Provide daily personal care including hygiene, nutrition, elimination, and skin integrity
• Deliver safe, individualized nursing care to Veterans with complex medical needs
• Assist nurses with treatments, procedures, and routine clinical tasks
• Perform basic diagnostic tasks and chart observations accurately
• Support patients' physical, emotional, rehabilitative, and spiritual needs
• Maintain a safe environment and follow care protocols

Job description

VA Black Hills Health Care System in Hot Springs, SD, is seeking Nursing Assistants for the Community Living Center to provide daily personal care, assist with treatments, and document observations for Veterans with complex needs.

Work includes a mix of day and night shifts, weekends and holidays, with a focus on safe, individualized care and collaboration with licensed nurses to support recovery and well-being.