Veterans Mental Health Nursing Assistant — Direct Care

Pennsylvania Psychological Association; Des Moines (IA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid Time Off

Federal health insurance

Parental Leave

Descripción de la vacante

Central Iowa VA Health Care System is seeking a Mental Health Nursing Assistant to provide recovery-oriented support to Veterans in inpatient and domiciliary settings. You will assist with daily living needs, monitor changes, participate in treatment planning, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

This role requires English proficiency, basic healthcare knowledge, and the ability to perform nursing duties under supervision.

Formación

• Requires basic written and spoken English proficiency
• Experience or education building the ability to perform Nursing Assistant duties
• Demonstrated ability to observe and report patient changes
• Ability to work in inpatient, domiciliary settings and treatment planning participation
• Capability to perform basic nursing procedures and care coordination

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct care for Veterans including ADLs and daily living support
• Observe and report changes in mood, behavior, skin condition, appetite or cognition
• Assist with nursing procedures and basic treatments under supervision
• Support treatment planning meetings and patient engagement
• Provide continuous monitoring and intervene during behavioral crises
• Respond to emergencies with basic life support when needed

Conocimientos

ADL assistance

Therapeutic communication

Observation of patient status

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Educación

Two years college with nursing-related courses

Bachelor's degree with health care courses

One year of education above high school with NA-related courses

Descripción del empleo

Central Iowa VA Health Care System is seeking a Mental Health Nursing Assistant to provide recovery-oriented support to Veterans in inpatient and domiciliary settings. You will assist with daily living needs, monitor changes, participate in treatment planning, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

This role requires English proficiency, basic healthcare knowledge, and the ability to perform nursing duties under supervision.