The LTC Charles S. Kettles VA Medical Center is seeking a Full-Time Nursing Assistant (NA) for the Acute Inpatient Mental Health (AIMH) department.
The incumbent will function as a member of the nursing care team and assist higher-grade Nursing Assistants and licensed nursing staff in the care of patients/residents who are entering the campus, moving about the facility, or admitted to an inpatient unit, the Community Living Center, RRTP, or any temporary/emergency unit on the grounds.
The Nursing Assistant provides direct patient/resident care in a variety of settings, including acute care units, acute mental health unit, community living center. Care includes assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, eating and mobility. Operates a variety of equipment including, but not limited to, wheelchairs, stretchers, vital sign machines, bladder scanners, lifts and oxygen. Assists with procedures using proper technique.
Transports patients using safe technique. Completes thorough, timely and accurate documentation of care provided. Must be able to recognize and react to acute changes or emergent patient conditions such as bleeding, abnormal vital signs and behavior crisis. Duties if this position include but are not limited to: Assists in the care and treatment of patients receiving medical, surgical, or mental health treatment.
Observes and reports changes in patient behavior, attitude, and appearance, such as patients' color, vital signs, wound/skin condition, and reaction to/results of treatment. Assists in the performance of treatment by performing duties such as the taking/monitoring, recording, and reporting of vital signs, height, weight, patient concerns/symptoms, and less obvious changes in patients' condition.
Assists with treatment and diagnostic procedures by preparing and positioning the patient, obtaining supplies/equipment, reassuring the patient, cleaning up following the procedure, documenting/reporting concerning the procedure, and conducting post-procedure checks on the patient as directed by the RN.
Provides care to patients experiencing extremes of behavior, including those who are severely depressed, agitated, and/or acting out and those patients with complex medical conditions. The care provided frequently involves setting up/working around various types of medical equipment and the use of medical supplies.
Recognizes emergency situations and appropriately intervenes while awaiting assistance Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 0730-2000; 1930-0800 including weekends and holidays Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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/.
Anthony.Brown8@va.gov · 786-896-4573
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $37350 – $60982/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-19.
There are 3 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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