Nursing Assistant — Veteran Care Support

LeadingAge Virginia; Huntington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia VA Medical Center in Huntington, WV is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care on unit 4 South within the Veterans Health Administration. The NA will assist with daily living activities, monitor patient safety and comfort, and perform duties as assigned to support the care plan.

Qualifications emphasize U.S. citizenship, basic experience or related education, and English proficiency, with progression from entry GS-3 to higher levels and potential grandfathering

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; VA policy governs non-citizen appointments.
• 6 months of general experience or 1 year of education related to nursing.
• Completion of a NA-related training meeting VA standards; grandfathering provisions may apply.
• English language proficiency in speaking and writing as required by VA Handbook.
• Grade determinations outline GS-3 to GS-5 progression and supervisory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide activities of daily living and a range of care under supervision to Veterans.
• Assist on the Huntington, WV VA Medical Center unit 4 South with care delivery, safety, and comfort.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support patient care and continuity.

Job description

The West Virginia VA Medical Center in Huntington, WV is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care on unit 4 South within the Veterans Health Administration. The NA will assist with daily living activities, monitor patient safety and comfort, and perform duties as assigned to support the care plan.

Qualifications emphasize U.S. citizenship, basic experience or related education, and English proficiency, with progression from entry GS-3 to higher levels and potential grandfathering