Nursing Assistant

These positions are located in our Geriatrics and Extended Care Service Line. This position provides specialized personal nursing care to residents whose care may be impacted by psychiatric, medical and geriatric conditions. This position will perform multi-step treatments and procedures requiring skills and extensive knowledge specific to resident conditions, medical treatment, and an understanding of the effects of the treatment. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional ***THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINIOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED TO THE HIRING OFFICIAL EVERY WEEK UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.*** The work consists of providing a range of resident care and contributes to the completion of the treatment plan and recovery of residents. This can include: personal care, diagnostic support procedures, treatments, charting and resident teaching. The employee is required to recognize differences in a variety of situations and take appropriate action to meet the resident's needs. Work involves assigned duties that require prioritization of tasks, selection of appropriate equipment, selection of the appropriate procedure for assigned treatments, and recognition of differences in resident's medical condition to facilitate appropriate and accurate documentation. Major duties of the position include: Personal patient care including bathing, feeding, grooming and mobilizing with demonstration of skills which reflect the needs of the older adult. Appropriate support duties i.e., individualized patient care, proper implementation of policies and procedures, use of good body mechanics, and assist in application and operation of specialized functional equipment. Support duties for proper environmental maintenance such as identification of potential safety hazards. Providing care to patients as directed and serving as an integral member of the treatment team by motivating patients and redirecting their behavior toward treatment plan goals. Participating in the admission of patients by collecting information, orienting patients to the unit, checking them for contraband when indicated, and assisting the Nurse in formulating appropriate nursing actions; accurately and efficiently vital signs, obtaining specimens, and supporting the Physician with any other diagnostic tests. Identifying and meeting the needs of patients for information and guidance in daily living. Promoting patient participation in therapeutic communities by fostering increased self-reliance and independence through education and involvement of their treatment plan. Reporting any changes in patient condition or behavior in a timely manner to the appropriate personnel on the ward. Being able to concisely describe and report any subtle behavior changes and interactions among patients and nursing staff. Performing patient care treatments such as foot soaks or changes of sterile dressings. Encouraging patients to maintain self-care and monitoring their physical and emotional progress using the designated charting techniques; maintaining a safe and secure environment oriented toward future independent living; adhering to all Medical Center policies and procedures as directed. All other duties assigned. Work Schedule: Full time with rotating days, weekends, Holidays, and potential coverage for off tours. Days 7:30AM-4:00PM PMs 3:30PM-12:00AM Nights 11:30PM-8:00AM Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave

Salaire : $36,481 – $58,879/Per Year | Avantages : http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp

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