Nursing Assistant
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Amarillo
Posted on: April 9, 2021
|
|
Job Description:
Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may
only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified
citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education or Training. One
year above high school with courses related to the Nursing
Assistant occupation OR completion of an intensive, specialized,
occupation-related course of study of less than one year as a
nursing assistant. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and
Handbook 5019. English Language Proficiency. Nursing Assistants
must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with
VA Handbook 5005, part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j.
Grandfathering Provisions. All Nursing Assistants employed in VHA
on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered
to have met all qualification requirements for the series and grade
held that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For
employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in
this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the
position at the time they were appointed to it, the following
provisions apply: (1) Employees who are appointed on a temporary
basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may
not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on
a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic
requirements of the standard. (2) If an employee who was retained
(grandfathered) under this provision leaves the occupation, the
employee loses protected status of the grandfathering provision and
must meet the full VA qualification standard basic requirements in
effect at the time of reentry to the occupation. Preferred
Experience: Certification Six months to a year of experience
Long-term care/rehab experience Hands-on experience at
bedside/patient care Dementia-experience Grade Determinations: In
addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following
criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates. GS-3
Nursing Assistant (Entry Level)
Experience and Education. None beyond the basic requirements.
Assignments. Individuals assigned as GS-3 Nursing Assistants are
considered to be at the entry level and are closely supervised.
GS-4 Nursing Assistant
Experience. One year of specialized experience as a Nursing
Assistant or experience in another medical field (licensed
practical nurse, health technician, hospital corpsman, etc.),
performing technical and nursing skills requiring knowledge of the
human physical and emotional states, therapeutic communication, and
technical skills required for basic and intermediate
treatments;
OR,
Education. Successful completion of 2 years above high school in an
accredited institution with courses related to nursing care, health
care or in a field of study appropriate to the specialization of
the position, such as education in a program for psychology,
psychiatric, or operating room technicians.
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition,
the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
1. Ability to provide a range of patient/resident care and
contribute to the completion of the nurse care plan and recovery of
patients/residents.
2. Ability to observe patients/residents' or resident's physical or
emotional status and refer deviations and/or problems to supervisor
in a timely manner.
3. Ability to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in
simple diagnostic and treatment procedures such as bladder scan,
continuous passive motion device, blood glucose monitoring machine,
specimen collection, etc.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents,
their families and other health professionals.
Assignment
1. Individuals assigned as GS-4 Nursing Assistants are considered
to be at the intermediate or developmental level and are closely
supervised. Nursing Assistants at this grade level function as a
member of the nursing care team and assist higher graded [NAs],
licensed nursing staff, and other members of the care team in the
care of patients/residents receiving outpatient care, home or
community living care or other patients/residents who are in acute,
sub-acute, or chronic states of illness. The significant factor is
that they provide care under close supervision and refer
issues/questions to supervisors, higher graded Nursing Assistants
or other healthcare professionals. 2. In this role, the Nursing
Assistant functions as a member of the nursing care team and
assists higher graded Nursing Assistants, licensed nursing staff,
and other members of the care team in the care of
patients/residents receiving outpatient care, home or community
living care, or other patients who are in acute, sub-acute, or
chronic states of illness. The Nursing Assistant in this role
provides care under close supervision and refers issues/questions
to supervisors, higher graded Nursing Assistants, or other
healthcare professionals. GS-5 Nursing Assistant (Full Performance
Level)
Experience. One year of progressively responsible assignments and
experience equivalent to the GS-4 level which demonstrates
knowledge, skills, and abilities that are directly related to the
specific assignment. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate
the professional KSAs below;
OR,
Education. Successful completion of a 4-year course of study above
high school leading to a bachelor's degree that included 24
semester hours of courses related to health care or possession of a
bachelor's degree.
Demonstrated KSAs
1. Ability to assist in the full range of nursing care to
patients/residents with physical and/or behavioral problems in a
hospital, long term care or outpatient setting under the direction
of a Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed
Practical Nurse.
2. Ability to communicate orally with patients/residents, families,
interdisciplinary team and other personnel. This includes serving
as a preceptor to new Nursing Assistants by assisting with the
coordination of their orientation and overseeing/assessing their
practical experience while in a clinical setting.
3. Ability to recognize and react to emergent patient/resident care
situations and intervene while waiting for assistance. For example,
recognizing need for basic life support, controlling bleeding and
assisting with behavior crisis, etc.
Assignment. This is the full performance level for Nursing
Assistants. Nursing Assistants at this grade level function as a
member of the nursing care team and assist licensed nursing staff
in the care of patients/residents receiving outpatient care, home
or community living care or other patients/residents who are in
acute, sub acute or chronic states of illness. The distinguishing
factor is that patient/resident assignments
typically involve more complex nursing needs which can vary within
a range of predictable to unpredictable requirements. Nursing
Assistants at this level also assume more of a peer
education/mentorship role. References: VA Handbook 5005/81 Part II
Appendix G46 Nursing Assistant Qualification Standard GS-621
Veterans Health Administration March 12, 2015. The full performance
level of this vacancy is GS-05. The actual grade at which an
applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-03
to GS-05. Physical Requirements: moderate lifting (15-44 pounds),
moderate carrying (15-44 pounds), straight pulling (3 hours),
pushing (3 hours), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both
hands required, walking (8 hours), kneeling (1/2 hour), repeated
bending (1 hour), depth perception, ability to distinguish basic
colors and hearing (aid permitted).
Keywords: Veterans Health Administration, Amarillo , Nursing Assistant, Healthcare , Amarillo, Texas
Click
here to apply!
|
Didn't find what you're looking for? Search again!
Other Healthcare JobsGeneral Dentist - Private Practice - Texas 163538 Description: General Dentistry opening in Amarillo, Texas. This and other dentist jobs brought to you by DentistJobCafe.com COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS General Dentist ul li Uncapped potential, Conservative Average (more...) Company: The Delta Companies Location: Amarillo Posted on: 04/19/2021 Travel Physical Therapist - $2,137 per week Description: Marvel Medical Staffing Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel Company: NurseFly Location: Clovis Posted on: 04/19/2021 Travel RN-Medical Surgical - Liberal, KS Description: Operating Room/Ambulatory Care/MedSurg opening in Liberal, Kansas. This and other rn jobs brought to you by NursingJobCafe.com ul li RNnetwork has an excellent travel Company: RNnetwork Location: Liberal Posted on: 04/19/2021 Respiratory Therapist Description: Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted Respiratory Therapy - Full-time Respiratory Therapist needed at a top facility in Texas br br Monday through Friday 7pm - 7am br br The Respiratory (more...) Company: KA Recruiting Location: Pampa Posted on: 04/19/2021 NeuroHospitalist, Vascular Neurology Description: Physician/MD qualifications required Company: Medical Search Location: Amarillo Posted on: 04/19/2021 Home Health Supervisor / RN Description: Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted Home Health and/or Hospice - Home Health Supervisor - RN br br We are currently hiring a full-time RN Clinical Supervisor Company: McCall and Lee Location: Amarillo Posted on: 04/19/2021 Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,860 per week Description: Ethos Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Liberal, Kansas.Job Company: NurseFly Location: Liberal Posted on: 04/19/2021 MedSurg RN Assignment: Liberal, Kansas Description: Travel Nurse across America is seeking a qualified Medical-surgical RN needed for travel Company: Travel Nurse Across America Location: Liberal Posted on: 04/19/2021 Travel RN-Homehealth - Dalhart, TX Description: Home Health opening in Dalhart, Texas. This and other rn jobs brought to you by NursingJobCafe.com ul li RNnetwork has an excellent travel opportunity for a provider experienced in the following Company: RNnetwork Location: Dalhart Posted on: 04/19/2021 Vascular Surgeon needed in west Texas for VS program development Description: Surgery-Vascular opening in Amarillo, Texas. This and other physician jobs brought to you by DocCafe.com Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a 495-bed acute care medical center located in Amarillo, Texas, (more...) Company: Universal Health Services Location: Amarillo Posted on: 04/19/2021 |