Nursing Assistant

There are positions to be filled in the Emergency, Outpatient, and Inpatient departments. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Certified Nursing Assistant Total Compensation The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive care to patients within the Indian Health Service: Provide basic nursing care to patients with a variety of conditions, illnesses, and/or injuries, under the direction of a registered nurse Responsible for obtaining and recording patient information as assigned per unit policy Responsible for accurate input into unit computer system Assist in the arrangement of clinic appointments and discharge/transfer transportation Assist in admitting and discharging patients Assist patient in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in accordance to the units' checklist Perform general maintenance duties including cleaning, arranging, and restocking supply cabinets Assists with collection and proper care of specimens QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GS-04: Your resume must demonstrate at least one of the following requirements: Experience: Must have at least 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized Nursing Assistant experience. Qualifying specialized experience includes Nonprofessional nursing care work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other medical, nursing, or patient care facility, or in such work as that of a home health aid performing duties such as: Providing personal nursing care such as providing pre- and post-operative care, Support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus, Caring for mentally ill patients, including observing, recording, and reporting changes in their behavior, and providing reassurance and encouragement, Assisting surgeons and registered nurses in operating room activities, including passing instruments, maintaining sterile conditions, and draping and positioning patients OR Education: successfully completed a 2-year degree program in an accredited community college, junior college, or college or university in practical nursing or in a field of study appropriate to the specialization of the position, such as education in a program for a psychology, psychiatric, or operating room technician. OR Combination of education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. GS-5: Your resume must demonstrate at least one of the following requirements: Specialized Experience: One year equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level that quipped the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the positions. Examples of specialized experience include: Providing personal nursing care to react in an emergency situation gathering data, observing patients and reporting to physicians and nurses. Obtaining vital signs and identifying the emergent/non-emergent situations. OR Education for GS-5: 4 year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses in

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Become a part of an innovative, dynamic, nationwide organization of dedicated health care providers working to meet the individual health care needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Indian Health Service (IHS) employees are considerate in our care, creative in our approach, enthusiastic about our work and compassionate with our patients. Our lifestyle is adventurous, community oriented and focused on service and problem solving as part of a professional interdisciplinary team. Join us in improving the health outcomes of over 2 million American Indians and Alaska Natives. Join our mission at the Cheyenne River Health Center, a premier HHS/IHS facility delivering safe, confidential, and high-quality healthcare. Located in Eagle Butte,South Dakota, our hospital provides timely, accessible medical services integrated with robust community education and preventative care. As part of our team, you will collaborate with dedicated professionals to champion health equity and build a heal