Nursing Assistant
The Nursing Assistant at Confidential Client provides essential patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, assisting patients with acute, sub-acute, or chronic conditions in various care settings. Responsibilities include performing nursing procedures, monitoring patient status, communicating effectively with patients and healthcare teams, and mentoring new assistants. The role demands physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to respond to emergent patient care situations.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and support licensed nursing staff across a range of care settings. This is a full-time, hands-on role focused on safe, compassionate assistance with daily living activities, basic clinical tasks, and reliable documentation.
- Provide basic patient care (bathing, grooming, feeding, mobility assistance, toileting).
- Assist with vital signs, intake/output monitoring, and routine observations.
- Use and maintain equipment for simple diagnostic and treatment procedures (e.g., bladder scan, continuous passive motion device, blood glucose monitoring, specimen collection) under supervision.
- Report changes in patient condition promptly to nursing staff and supervisors.
- Contribute to completion of nurse care plans and support interdisciplinary team communication.
- Work under the direction of licensed nurses; follow care protocols and safety procedures.
- Participate in orientation, training, and occasional peer mentoring as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications established by the client for this role:
- United States Citizenship (required per client’s position requirements).
- Proficiency in spoken and written English sufficient for safe patient care and documentation.
- Six months of general experience OR one year of post–high school education with relevant courses OR completion of an occupation-related training program (per the client’s qualification standard).
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role (standing/walking for extended periods, lifting/transferring patients, manual dexterity).
- Ability to follow infection control procedures and to don protective clothing when required.
- Willingness to complete annual employee health requirements (e.g., TB screening/testing).
Grade / Experience Levels (as defined by client)
- GS-03 (Entry Level): Meets basic requirements; functions under close supervision.
- GS-04: One year of specialized experience or 2 years of education related to nursing care; demonstrates intermediate technical nursing skills.
- GS-05 (Full Performance): One year of progressively responsible experience at GS-04 level or a bachelor’s degree with health-related coursework; demonstrates advanced patient observation, nursing procedures, and preceptor/mentorship abilities.
The hiring grade may be in the GS-03 to GS-05 range depending on experience and demonstrated KSAs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Phlebotomy experience.
- 12-lead EKG competency.
- At least 2 years of hospital-setting experience.
- Experience with long-term care, outpatient, or acute care patient populations.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $39,373 - $64,285 per year (range provided by the client).
- This listing reflects full-time employment. Additional benefits and details will be provided by the client during the hiring process.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Visual acuity, clear speech, and keen hearing are required.
- Role may require long periods of standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling.
- Potential exposure to infectious material; compliance with infection-control and PPE protocols is required.
- Occasional exposure to patients with behavioral challenges; candidates must remain composed and follow escalation protocols.
Keywords & Role Highlights (for applicants)
- Nursing Assistant — Chicago, IL
- Entry-level to full-performance opportunities (GS-03 to GS-05)
- Patient care, vital signs, specimen collection
- Preferred: Phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG, hospital experience
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