Nursing Assistant- Acute Care
The Nursing Assistant in Acute Care at Confidential Client provides essential patient care under the supervision of nursing staff, assisting with both physical and behavioral health needs. This role involves direct patient interaction, use of medical equipment, observation and reporting of patient status, and supporting the nursing care plan, including precepting new nursing assistants. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to respond to emergent patient situations effectively in a hospital or clinical setting.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Nursing Assistant — Acute Care to provide direct patient care in an acute care setting in Omaha, NE. This is a full-time position with a grade range of GS-3 to GS-5 depending on qualifications. The posted salary range is $38,442 - $62,765 per year. Candidates should be prepared for hands-on patient work, strong teamwork, and a fast-paced clinical environment.
What You’ll Do
- Provide direct nursing care to patients under the direction of licensed nursing staff
- Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, feeding, and positioning
- Monitor and document patients’ physical and emotional status; report deviations promptly
- Use and maintain basic diagnostic and treatment equipment such as bladder scanners, continuous passive motion (CPM) devices, and blood glucose monitors
- Collect specimens and assist with simple diagnostic procedures
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team using therapeutic communication
- Participate in basic life support or initial interventions as needed while awaiting further assistance
- At higher-grade assignments (GS-5), serve as a preceptor/mentor for new Nursing Assistants and help coordinate their orientation and practical training
Qualifications
Basic requirements (applicants must meet one of the following):
- U.S. Citizenship as required by agency policy (non-citizens may only be appointed when authorized by policy)
- English language proficiency sufficient for safe patient care and documentation
- Six (6) months of general experience demonstrating ability to acquire the knowledge and skills to perform Nursing Assistant work OR
- One year of education above high school with courses related to the Nursing Assistant occupation OR
- Completion of an intensive, specialized occupation-related training program of less than one year as a Nursing Assistant (may meet experience requirements for entry-level)
Grade-specific expectations:
- GS-3 — Entry level; meets the basic requirements
- GS-4 — One year of NA or related medical experience (or two years of relevant post‑high‑school education); demonstrates skills such as therapeutic communication, basic diagnostic and treatment support, and patient observation
- GS-5 — One year of progressively responsible NA experience equivalent to GS-4 (or a bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework); demonstrates ability to assist across a full range of nursing care, precept new staff, and react appropriately to emergent situations
Must be able to demonstrate the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities described above for the appropriate grade level.
Physical & Work Environment
- Duties require prolonged standing and walking; frequent bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, pushing, pulling, and reaching above shoulder level
- Position requires a degree of physical fitness, strength, and agility
- Selected candidates may be required to participate in a pre-employment physical examination or evaluation
Compensation & Employment Type
- Salary: $38,442 - $62,765 per year (range provided by Confidential Client)
- Employment type: Full time
- Full performance level: GS-5 (actual grade offered depends on candidate qualifications and may be GS-3 to GS-5)
Notes
- This posting follows applicable federal and state hiring laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or during the hiring process, please indicate that need during application or contact the recruiter via the Careertakes platform.
- Applicants should be honest and accurate in representing their education, certifications, and experience.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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