Nursing Assistant- Confidential Client
The Nursing Assistant role at Confidential Client involves providing comprehensive patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. Responsibilities include assisting with nursing care plans, monitoring patients' physical and emotional status, using medical equipment for diagnostic and treatment procedures, and supporting patients with physical and behavioral needs in various care settings. The position requires strong communication skills, physical stamina, and the ability to respond to emergent care situations, contributing to the recovery and well-being of veterans.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
As a Nursing Assistant (NA) in a Community Living Center setting with our confidential client, you will provide direct patient/resident care under the direction of licensed nursing staff and support a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Provide direct care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) — bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility assistance, toileting, and ambulation support
- Contribute to completion of the nurse care plan and document resident responses and changes in condition
- Observe and report changes in physical or emotional status to supervisors in a timely manner
- Use basic clinical equipment and support simple diagnostic/treatment procedures (for example: bladder scanner, continuous passive motion device, blood glucose monitoring, specimen collection)
- Assist licensed nursing staff with preventative, acute, sub-acute, chronic, maintenance, and hospice care as assigned
- Communicate effectively with patients/residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team using therapeutic communication techniques
- Recognize and respond to emergent patient care situations as appropriate while awaiting additional assistance (e.g., basic life support, controlling bleeding)
- For senior-level NAs: serve as a preceptor to new Nursing Assistants and assist with coordination of orientation and clinical skill assessment
Qualifications
Minimum basic requirements (applicants must meet one of the following):
- U.S. citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed only when permitted by policy)
- Proficiency in basic written and spoken English sufficient for safe patient care and documentation
Experience / Education options to meet basic qualification:
- Six (6) months of general experience demonstrating ability to acquire NA knowledge and skills
OR - One year of education above high school with courses related to the NA occupation
OR - Completion of an intensive, occupation-related training program of less than one year as a Nursing Assistant
Grade-specific guidance (selection grade may range GS-3 to GS-5):
- GS-3: Entry-level NA — meets the basic requirements above and works under close supervision
- GS-4: One year of experience as an NA or comparable medical field experience OR two years of post-secondary education with relevant courses. Must demonstrate KSAs including assisting with a range of patient care, observing and reporting status changes, proper equipment use, and effective communication.
- GS-5: One year of progressively responsible experience equivalent to GS-4 OR a bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours related to health care. KSAs include assisting with full range of nursing care in inpatient/long-term/outpatient settings, precepting new staff, and responding to emergent situations.
Additional requirements and notes:
- Physical ability to perform job duties — frequent standing and walking; regular bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, pushing/pulling and similar activities
- Selected candidates may be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation related to physical demands and environmental factors
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $38,442 - $62,765 per year (salary range provided by the confidential client)
- Additional benefits and leave provided per confidential client policies. For full details on pay and benefits, review the employer’s public hiring information or the Careertakes application details.
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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