Nursing Assistant - Community Living Center G-35 - Sepulveda
The Nursing Assistant at the Community Living Center provides direct nursing care to patients, particularly geriatric residents with complex chronic conditions, under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. This role involves performing technical nursing tasks, observing patient status, communicating effectively with patients and healthcare teams, and mentoring new nursing assistants. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to respond to emergent patient care situations in a long-term care setting.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in a Community Living Center (G-35). You will work under the direction of licensed nursing staff to deliver high-quality direct care to patients/residents, document observations, and assist with basic diagnostic and treatment procedures.
- Provide direct patient/resident care and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or emotional condition to nursing staff in a timely manner
- Assist licensed nurses with care plans and contribute to recovery goals
- Perform basic diagnostic/support tasks such as blood glucose monitoring, specimen collection, bladder scanning assistance, and supporting the use of devices like continuous passive motion units
- Use therapeutic communication with patients/residents, families, and the care team
- Follow infection control, safety protocols, and proper use of equipment and supplies
- At higher performance levels, act as a preceptor/mentor for new Nursing Assistants
Qualifications
Minimum requirements (vary by GS-level eligibility):
- Citizenship: Citizen of the United States (position requires U.S. citizenship)
- Experience: Six months of general experience demonstrating ability to learn relevant nursing assistant skills
- Education/Training: At minimum, one year above high school with courses related to the Nursing Assistant occupation OR completion of an intensive, occupation-related nursing assistant program (may meet entry-level GS-3 requirements)
- English Language Proficiency: Proficiency in spoken and written English required for direct patient-care positions
- Demonstrated ability to observe and report patient status, use basic equipment, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and health professionals
Additional grade-level qualifications (summary):
- GS-4: One year of specialized experience as a Nursing Assistant or related medical field OR 2 years post‑high‑school coursework in relevant subjects
- GS-5 (full performance): One year of progressively responsible assignments equivalent to GS-4 OR a bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework; demonstrates advanced KSAs including mentoring, handling more complex patient needs, and responding to emergent situations
Preferred Experience
- One (1) or more years of Nursing Assistant experience in a Community Living Center, skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or similar residential nursing care setting
- Experience caring for geriatric patients/residents with multiple chronic conditions and complex care needs
- Experience serving as a preceptor or supporting orientation of new Nursing Assistants
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Work requires frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, turning, and occasionally carrying heavy loads
- Must be able to use good body mechanics and maintain stamina to work under stress and handle physical patient care tasks
- Ability to recognize and react to emergent patient care situations (e.g., basic life support needs, bleeding control, behavioral crises) until additional assistance arrives
Compensation & Employment Details
- Salary range: $42,947 - $70,120 per year
- Employment type: Contractor, Full time
- Location: Los Angeles, CA (Community Living Center / residential nursing care setting)
- Employer: Confidential Client (position filled through Careertakes, a third‑party recruiting platform)
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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