Nursing Assistant (Acute Care)
The Nursing Assistant (Acute Care) provides essential patient care under the supervision of nursing staff in hospital and outpatient settings, assisting with physical and behavioral health needs. This role requires proficiency in therapeutic communication, use of diagnostic and treatment equipment, and the ability to respond to emergent patient situations. The position also involves precepting new nursing assistants and contributing to patient recovery and care plans within the Confidential Client.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring a Nursing Assistant (Acute Care) to provide hands-on patient care in an acute hospital setting. This role supports licensed nurses by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring patient condition, performing basic clinical tasks, and contributing to the patient care plan.
- Provide direct patient/resident care under RN/LPN supervision
- Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding)
- Measure and record vital signs; assist with blood glucose monitoring
- Collect specimens and assist with basic diagnostic procedures
- Operate and assist with equipment such as bladder scanners and continuous passive motion devices
- Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or emotional status in a timely manner
- Assist in emergency response (basic life support recognition and immediate interventions while awaiting additional help)
- Support care team communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary staff
- Serve as a preceptor/mentor for new Nursing Assistants when assigned
Qualifications
Minimum requirements (applicants must meet at least one pathway listed below and additional KSAs described):
- United States Citizenship (per position requirement)
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- Completion of one of the following:
- Six months of general experience demonstrating ability to learn NA duties, OR
- One year of education above high school with courses related to nursing or healthcare, OR
- Completion of an intensive, occupation-related training program for Nursing Assistants (<1 year)
- Ability to pass pre-employment evaluation and any required background checks
Grade/experience guidance (selection may be made at GS-3 to GS-5 levels):
- GS-3 (Entry): Meets basic experience/education requirements
- GS-4: One year of specialized experience as a Nursing Assistant or related medical role OR two years of post‑high‑school education in nursing/healthcare-related courses
- GS-5 (Full Performance): One year of progressively responsible experience at GS-4 level OR completion of a 4‑year degree with 24 semester hours in healthcare-related coursework
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
- Ability to provide a range of nursing care and contribute to completion of the nurse care plan
- Ability to observe and report patient status and deviations promptly
- Competence with basic clinical equipment and procedures (e.g., specimen collection, bladder scan, CPM devices, blood glucose testing)
- Strong therapeutic communication with patients, families and clinical teams
- Ability to recognize emergent situations and respond appropriately until additional staff arrive
Preferred / Additional Skills
- Experience in acute care, long-term care, or outpatient settings
- Experience precepting or orienting new Nursing Assistants
- Basic Life Support (BLS) awareness or certification (preferred)
- Strong documentation and time-management skills
Compensation & Schedule
- Employment type: Full time
- Salary range (provided by client): $36,824 – $55,341 per year (dependent on grade/experience)
Physical and workplace requirements:
- You will be asked to participate in a pre‑employment physical/evaluation as part of the onboarding process. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors can be addressed during evaluation.
Why Join
- Work in an acute care environment with opportunities to grow from entry level (GS‑3) to full performance (GS‑5)
- Gain hands‑on clinical experience across a range of patient populations
- Access to additional opportunities and support through the Careertakes platform
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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