Nursing Assistant- Geriatric Extended Care (GEC) 8B - Internal & External

$40,009 - $65,319/Yr

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Murfreesboro, TN

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Murfreesboro, TN

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Nursing Assistant position at the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) in Murfreesboro, TN, is a full-time role within the Geriatric Extended Care (GEC) unit. This position is part of a multi-grade career ladder, allowing for progression from GS-3 to GS-5 based on performance. Nursing Assistants will work under the supervision of Registered Nurses, providing essential patient care and support in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Participates in implementing the healthcare plan by performing tasks delegated by and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs a full range of nursing procedures utilizing appropriate and safe techniques.
• Responsible for the reprocessing and cleaning of reusable medical equipment items on the assigned unit.
• Provides appropriate verbal information and written facts as part of a patient-driven holistic care plan.
• Assures the appropriate and safe use of equipment and supplies.
• Follows principles of infection control and safety, including standard precautions and reporting environmental safety hazards.
• Recognizes urgent/emergent situations and follows emergency preparedness guidelines.
• Provides for activities of daily living for a group of patients.
• Provides technical support to unit staff.
• Orients, coaches, and educates staff and students.
• Monitors patients requiring close and continuous observation using AvaSure Telesitter technology.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Six months of general experience or one year of education above high school related to the NA occupation, or completion of an intensive training course related to the NA occupation.
• Ability to acquire the knowledge and skills to perform the work of a Nursing Assistant.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Two years of experience in a healthcare setting.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for annual leave based on years of service.
• Potential for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work or military service.