Nursing Assistant CLC
The Nursing Assistant at Confidential Client provides essential patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, assisting patients with physical and behavioral health needs in various care settings including outpatient, home, and long-term care. This role involves close observation of patients, use of medical equipment, effective communication with healthcare teams and families, and may include mentorship responsibilities for new nursing assistants. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to respond to emergent patient situations promptly.
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Position Summary (Provided by client)
This posting is for a Nursing Assistant CLC role. The full performance level is GS-5; the hiring grade may be GS-3 through GS-5 depending on experience and qualifications. This position is full-time and located in Marion, IL.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client seeks motivated Nursing Assistants to join their care team and provide direct patient/resident support across inpatient, outpatient, long-term, or community living settings. Typical duties include:
- Provide basic and intermediate nursing care under the direction of licensed nursing staff.
- Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility).
- Monitor and report changes in patients’ physical or emotional status to supervisors.
- Perform simple diagnostic and treatment tasks as trained (e.g., specimen collection, basic monitoring, bladder scans, blood glucose checks).
- Contribute to completion of nurse care plans and support team-based patient recovery.
- Assist with safe patient handling and use of clinical equipment.
- Communicate effectively with patients/residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following minimum paths:
- Six months of general experience demonstrating ability to learn the duties of a Nursing Assistant; OR
- One year of education beyond high school with coursework related to the Nursing Assistant occupation; OR
- Completion of an intensive, occupation-related training program of less than one year.
Additional requirements and clarifications:
- Some roles may require U.S. citizenship or other eligibility criteria per the client’s hiring rules; the client will notify applicants when this applies.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and health professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and properly use equipment, materials and supplies for assigned tasks.
Grade / Experience Levels (Selection may occur at GS-3, GS-4, or GS-5)
- GS-3 (Entry): Entry-level assignments; closely supervised. Meets basic requirements above.
- GS-4 (Intermediate/Developmental): One year of specialized experience or equivalent education. Performs technical nursing tasks and works under supervision; contributes to nursing care team activities.
- GS-5 (Full Performance): One year of progressively responsible experience at GS-4 level OR a bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in health-related coursework. May serve as a preceptor to new NAs and handle more complex resident/patient needs.
Preferred Qualifications
- NA/CNA certification.
- Recent direct patient care experience (within last 2 years).
- At least 12 months of experience at the same facility is advantageous.
- Experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or acute care settings.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
This role includes physical and sensory demands. Typical requirements include:
- Lifting and carrying (15–45+ pounds), pushing and prolonged standing/walking.
- Repeated bending and reaching above shoulder.
- Manual dexterity and ability to coordinate mental and muscular tasks simultaneously.
- Visual and hearing requirements (correctable vision and hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to recognize and respond to emergent patient care situations while awaiting assistance.
Compensation & Employment Details
- Employment type: Full-time
- Salary range (provided by client): $37,683 - $58,811 per year
- Location: Marion, IL
- Industry: Healthcare & Nursing
Note: The salary range is provided by the client and displayed in compliance with applicable pay-transparency guidance.
Why Apply
- Join a multi-disciplinary healthcare team where your patient-care work makes a measurable difference.
- Opportunities for on-the-job development, progression between grade levels (GS-3 to GS-5), and mentorship roles.
- Work in a clinical environment focused on resident/patient recovery and high standards of care.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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