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Learn more about this agency10/24/2016 to 04/07/2017
$26,150 - $42,702 per year
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DUTIES:
Provide specialized personal nursing care to Veterans and perform treatments and procedures requiring skills and extensive knowledge specific to Veteran conditions, medical treatment, and an understanding of the effects of the treatment. The Float Pool nursing assistant will be assigned to multiple specialty areas which including the community living center (CLC) which is a 96 bed skilled nursing facility, the acute care medical/surgical/telemetry unit, the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), the Emergency Department (ED), and our inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units. The employee will Interact with and provide Veteran specific care for Veterans of varying ages and cultures. Provide specialized nursing care to Veterans whose care may be impacted by psychiatric, medical and geriatric conditions. Work involves a variety of assignments with multi-step procedures or processes. The employee is required to recognize differences in a variety of situations and take appropriate action to meet the Veteran'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 Veteran's medical condition to facilitate appropriate and accurate documentation. Duties consist of providing a range of Veteran care and contribute to the completion of the treatment plan and the recovery of Veterans. This can include: personal care, diagnostic support procedures, treatments, charting, and resident teaching.
As a Nursing Assistant, you will:
Provide comfort care and hygiene to patients to include bathing, hair and nail care, oral hygiene, skin care, and back rubs. Accompany patients to other areas of the facility for scheduled appointments, treatments, recreational, social, and religious activities, and monitor and care for patients during ambulance transport to other medical treatment facilities. Accompany residents to planned activities in the community or appointments as required. May be required to remain with the resident when necessary. Take accurate vital signs (i.e. blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature) and other required measurements (i.e. height, weight). Recognize implications of changes and report to physician and/or nursing supervisor. Perform routine procedures in accordance with established standard operating procedures for CNA education. Perform blood-pressure screenings and application of bandages and splints, etc. Maintain flow sheets and patient records, documenting patient care as per expected standards.
Work Schedule: Rotating Tours/Weekends
Functional Statement Title/#: Nursing Assistant; GS-3, GS-4, GS-5
Physical Requirements:The work of the Nursing Assistant requires walking, standing, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, turning and at times carrying heavy loads during transfers and escort of patients. The Nursing Assistant must be able to utilize good body mechanics and have stamina to with stand stress.
Basic Requirements:
Preferred Experience: In addition to meeting the basic qualification as listed above, it is preferred that the incumbent have had experience working in an inpatient unit or extended care setting.
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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Grade Determinations:
(1) GS-3 [NA] (Entry Level)
(a) Experience [and] Education []. None beyond the basic requirements.
(b) Assignments. Individuals assigned as GS-3 [NAs] are considered to be at the entry level and are closely supervised.
(2) GS-4 [NA]
(a) Experience. One year of specialized experience as a [NA] or
experience in another medical field (licensed practical nurse, health
technician, hospital corpsman, etc.), performing technical and nursing skills
requiring knowledge of the human physical and emotional states, therapeutic
communication, and technical skills required for basic and intermediate
treatments;
OR,
(b) Education. Successful completion of 2 years above high school in an
accredited institution with courses related to nursing care, health care or in
a field of study appropriate to the specialization of the position, such as
education in a program for psychology, psychiatric, or operating room
technicians; AND
(c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition, the
candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
1. Ability to provide a range of patient/resident care and contribute to the
completion of the nurse care plan and recovery of patients/residents.
2. Ability to observe patients/residents' or resident's physical or emotional
status and refer deviations and/or problems to supervisor in a timely manner.
3. Ability to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple
diagnostic and treatment procedures such as bladder scan, continuous passive
motion device, blood glucose monitoring machine, specimen collection, etc.
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4. Ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents, their families
and other health professionals.
(d) Assignment
1. Individuals assigned as GS-4 [NAs] are considered to be at the intermediate or
developmental level and are closely supervised. [NAs] at this grade level
function as a member of the nursing care team and assist higher graded [NAs],
licensed nursing staff, and other members of the care team in the care of
patients/residents receiving outpatient care, home or community living care or
other patients/residents who are in acute, sub-acute, or chronic states of
illness. The significant factor is that they provide care under close
supervision and refer issues/questions to supervisors, higher graded [NAs] or
other healthcare professionals.
2. In this role, the Nursing Assistant functions as a member of the nursing care team and assists higher graded [NAs], licensed nursing staff, and other members of the care team in the care of patients/residents receiving outpatient care, home or community living care, or other patients who are in acute, sub-acute, or chronic states of illness. The Nursing Assistant in this role provides care under close supervision and refers issues/questions to supervisors, higher graded [NAs], or other healthcare professionals.
(3) GS-5 [NA] (Full
Performance Level)
(a) Experience. One year of progressively responsible assignments and
experience equivalent to the GS-4 level which demonstrates knowledge, skills,
and abilities that are directly related to the specific assignment. In
addition, the candidate must demonstrate the professional KSAs in subparagraph
(c) below;
OR,
(b) Education. Successful completion of a 4-year course of study above
high school leading to a bachelor's degree that included 24 semester hours of
courses related to health care or possession of a bachelor's degree; AND
(c) Demonstrated KSAs
1. Ability to assist in the full range of nursing care to patients/residents
with physical and/or behavioral problems in a hospital, long term care or
outpatient setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Licensed
Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse.
2. Ability to communicate orally with patients/residents, families,
interdisciplinary team and other personnel. This includes serving as a
preceptor to new [NAs] by assisting with the coordination of their orientation
and overseeing/assessing their practical experience while in a clinical
setting.
3. Ability to recognize and react to emergent patient/resident care situations
and intervene while waiting for assistance. For example, recognizing need for
basic life support, controlling bleeding and assisting with behavior crisis,
etc.
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(d) Assignment. This is the full performance level for [NAs]. [NAs] at this grade level function as a member of the nursing care team and assist licensed nursing staff in the care of patients/residents receiving outpatient care, home or community living care or other patients/residents who are in acute, sub acute or chronic states of illness. The distinguishing factor is that patient/resident assignments typically involve more complex nursing needs which can vary within a range of predictable to unpredictable requirements. [NAs] at this level also assume more of a peer education/mentorship role.
References: VA Handbook 5005/81, Appendix G46 (Nursing Assistant Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
NOTE: The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-5 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-3 to GS-5. The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will recommend the grade and salary for new appointments. For internal selectees being promoted, the board will determine grade and HR will determine step in accordance with policy.
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
·Other (VA FORM 10-2850c, )
·Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
Important
Provide ALL required documents as listed in the announcement
Also provide a copy of your official transcript and a copy of your Nursing Assistant Certification
VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations (required). Available at the VA Forms website: http://www.va.gov/vaforms/search_action.asp?FormNo=10-2850&tkey=&Action=Search
Please use this checklistto make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, etc. You will not be contacted for additional information.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), or 10pt (CP/CPS, XPP, XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP), on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section(s) provided. A legible copy of your DD214(s) indicating character of service, disability certification, SF-15 (if claiming 10 pt. preference) or if you are currently serving on active duty and expected to be released or discharged within 120 days; documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation. Documentation is required for eligibility verification.
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents: You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. If you are unable to apply online or unable to upload your supporting documents to your online application, follow the directions located at the following site: Fax Options. The Vacancy ID of the job opportunity announcement is 1823018.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203-FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the View Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, April 07, 2017 to receive consideration.
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Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 1823018
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?