These Nursing Assistant positions will be in Nursing Service in the Float Pool as Intermittent (Per Diem). They will provide direct patient/resident care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or a Licensed Practical Nurse. Will perform assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality healthcare, positive and outstanding customer service, and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the Veteran.
These 3 Nursing Assistant positions are Intermittent (Per Diem) and Temporary. The assignment will end after a year, unless extended based on the needs of the Service. A Nursing Assistant is an individual who delivers age specific care to adult Veterans according to established policies and procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN).
The NA float can work in multiple areas which include the Community Living Center (CLC), Acute Mental Health/Acute Detox, and Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP). Major Duties Include but not limited to: Ability to assist in the full range of nursing care to patients/residents with physical and/or behavioral problems in an inpatient/outpatient setting under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse.
Ability to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures such as bladder scan, continuous passive motion device, specimen collection, etc. This includes safety & 1:1 watch observations following PMDB competency. Ability to communicate orally with patients/residents, families, interdisciplinary team and other personnel. Ability to recognize and react to emergent patient care situations and intervene while waiting for assistance.
Performs nursing care, as applicable to the Veteran, including all aspects of personal care and grooming. Performs support duties for diagnostic procedures, which include preparing the Veteran and monitoring the Veteran's condition. Under the direction of the RN, monitors bladder and bowel functioning, tracking of I&O and hydration.
Under the direction of the RN, provides health care services to the Veteran to include, but not limited to obtaining the Veteran's vital signs, or electrocardiogram (EKG); activities of daily living; and post-mortem care. Under the direction of the RN, monitors psychiatric symptoms, assisting in medical and psychiatric emergencies. Maintains patient safety and the safety of the environment.
Provide one-to-one observations for elopement watch and safety watch to ensure patient safety. Provides accurate documentation per policy, i.e. sitter notes, itemized belongings, vital signs, I & O, etc.
The NA float can work in multiple areas including CLC, Acute Mental Health/Acute Detox, RRTP Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: INTERMITTENT-Float Pool (Work Schedule will be discussed during interview), PER DIEM ALL SHIFTS Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: F08228
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/.
Marek.Wojenski@va.gov · (203) 932-5711 X14553
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $43640 – $71251/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-28.
There are 3 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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