The Tampa VA is hiring for a Nursing Assistant who will complete basic nursing duties under close supervision in a variety of health care settings such as outpatient, inpatient, home or community living care, and acute/sub-acute care. The NA will care for patients/residents with acute to chronic conditions and deliver fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned patients while developing technical competence. This is for multiple vacancies: CLC-C unit and Hospice.
All duties performed will be completed under close supervision with appropriate training and competencies for assigned task. Maintains a positive therapeutic relationship by displaying respect for human dignity with patients, families, and/or significant others utilizing learned communication skills. Begins to utilize observation skills for data collection, reporting, and recording patient/resident observations.
Learning to perform aspects of nursing care to meet patient needs for the following under close supervision and with direction/guidance from a preceptor: Personal hygiene Physical comfort Activity, exercise, rest Nutrition Elimination Prevention of skin breakdown Rehabilitative aspects of care Turning/positioning Maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for patients by performing activities such as checking equipment, assessing safety hazards, straightening procedural and storage areas, and cleaning stretchers and wheelchairs between patient uses.
Sends broken, torn, or equipment needing maintenance to designated areas. Monitors patients who may be at risk for harming themselves or others according to established policies and procedures and appropriately refers issues to the charge nurse or other health care professional. Will learn to appropriately utilize glucose monitoring equipment to collect and document glucose readings for assigned veterans and report out-of-range levels to the registered nurse (RN).
Participates in maintenance of an optimal infection control program by observing hand-washing policies and techniques and by carrying out isolation procedures. Learning to utilize principles of proper body mechanics and follows procedures for use of patient care equipment to prevent injury to self or others in all settings, such as utilization of lifting equipment.
Recognizes the need for emergency measures and institutes resuscitative procedures if needed, in accordance with basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Organizes and obtains routine supplies and equipment. Assists with orienting patient/family to unit routines and policies. Works as a cooperative, courteous member of the interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrates adequate interpersonal skills by reassuring, motivating, encouraging, observing, and communicating effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. Safeguards the patient's right to privacy by judiciously protecting information of a confidential nature. Learning to utilize equipment and supplies according to procedures. Attends and participates in staff meetings, safety huddles, and educational programs.
Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served, applying the principles of growth and development over the life span and identifying age-specific needs. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (Nights) 1930 - 0800, and Day Shift 0730-2000 Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #:70969F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Preferred Experience Selective Placement Factor Quality Rankin Factor
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Shanika.Early@va.gov · 727-398-6661 X64236
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $37921 – $55395/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-25.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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