Rehab Nursing Assistant - Veteran Care Champion

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The New Mexico VA Health Care System of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Rehab Unit GEC Service in Albuquerque, NM.

The role involves direct patient care across settings, glucose monitoring, and documentation of care and observations, with responsibilities including tracheostomy care and monitoring intake/output. Responsibilities include assisting with treatment planning, promoting resident independence, and participating in a team-based care

Responsabilités

• Utilizes glucose monitoring machine to receive glucose readings for veterans and refers deviations to appropriate health care staff
• Provides direct care for complex veterans
• Makes observations of subtle changes in resident's condition and acts accordingly within the NA's assigned role
• Documents care given, observations and responses on appropriate tools or forms
• Responds appropriately to subtle patient changes by contacting the appropriate nursing staff
• Administers complete tracheostomy care, including suctioning
• Monitors and documents patient intake and output; reports deviations promptly and accurately
• Performs nursing procedures within scope of practice and according to policies and standard procedures
• Works on small group activities with veterans/residents according to the treatment plan
• Recognizes residents' autonomy and promotes independence with respect and individualized treatment
• Actively participates in Treatment Planning Meetings
• Utilizes equipment to promote veteran self-care, such as lift equipment and related devices

Description du poste

The New Mexico VA Health Care System of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Rehab Unit GEC Service in Albuquerque, NM.

The role involves direct patient care across settings, glucose monitoring, and documentation of care and observations, with responsibilities including tracheostomy care and monitoring intake/output. Responsibilities include assisting with treatment planning, promoting resident independence, and participating in a team-based care