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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client (Healthcare & Nursing) is hiring a Nursing Assistant — Geriatric Extended Care in Baltimore, MD. This full‑time role supports direct patient/resident care in long‑term and geriatric care settings. The position range is GS‑03 to GS‑05 depending on experience and education.

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Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on patient/resident care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
• Contribute to completion of individualized nurse care plans and support patient recovery.
• Observe and report changes in physical or emotional status to supervisors in a timely manner.
• Safely use and assist with basic diagnostic and treatment equipment (for example: bladder scan, continuous passive motion device, blood glucose monitoring, specimen collection).
• Assist in emergent situations (basic life support, bleeding control, behavior crisis interventions) while awaiting additional help.
• Communicate effectively with patients/residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to new Nursing Assistants when assigned, helping coordinate orientation and supervising practical experience.

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Qualifications

• Experience, education or training equivalent to the role:
  • Six months of general experience; OR
  • One year of post‑secondary education with courses related to the Nursing Assistant occupation; OR
  • Completion of an intensive, occupation‑specific training program less than one year in duration (may meet GS‑3 requirement).
• English language proficiency appropriate for safe patient care and documentation.
• Ability to demonstrate the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) listed below (examples):
  • Ability to provide a full range of nursing support to patients/residents with physical and/or behavioral needs.
  • Ability to observe clinical status and escalate deviations promptly.
  • Demonstrated competency using basic diagnostic/treatment devices and following infection control and safety protocols.
  • Effective therapeutic communication with patients, families, and the care team.
• Grade criteria:
  • GS‑03 (Entry): Meets the basic requirements; closely supervised.
  • GS‑04: One year of specialized NA experience or equivalent education (e.g., two years post‑secondary with related coursework) and demonstrated KSAs.
  • GS‑05 (Full Performance): One year of progressively responsible assignments at or equivalent to GS‑04 OR a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours related to health care.
• Note on citizenship: The original posting included a United States citizenship requirement. Candidates should confirm eligibility and any client‑specific hiring policies during the interview process.

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Preferred experience

• At least 1 year of experience working in hospice and/or long‑term care (LTC) settings.
• Prior experience serving as a preceptor or providing orientation to new nursing staff.

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Compensation & logistics

• Employment type: Full time
• Salary range: $43,637 – $71,247 per year (range provided by the client)
• Location: Baltimore, MD (on‑site)
• Grade range: GS‑03 to GS‑05 (final grade and pay depend on qualifications)
• Please confirm any certification, licensure, or background requirements with the hiring team prior to application.

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What to expect from Careertakes

• Careertakes is the recruiting partner managing candidate outreach and screening for this role.
• If you progress, final hiring decisions and employment will be made directly by Confidential Client.
• Applicants may receive access to additional matched opportunities via the Careertakes platform.

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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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