Nursing Assistant (Surgical-Float)

The Nursing Assistant performs a range of patient care procedures under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and other members of the healthcare team in the care of patients with acute to chronic conditions. Care is provided in a perioperative setting.

Duties include but are not limited to: Completes all care assignments in a safe and timely manner. Actively participates in unit level quality improvement activities and attends huddles, team meetings, and assigned committees. Completes applicable documentation per policy to include but not limited to: Intake/Output, daily weights, Vital Signs, pain score, hourly rounding, blood glucose testing with accurate comment for notification. Uses the appropriate equipment to include but not limited to EKGs, SCDs, bladder scanner, lift equipment, glucometer to include maintenance of quality controls as applicable. Adheres to all reusable medical equipment (RME) standard operation procedures and participates in the equipment inventory process. Implements the appropriate interventions to prevent/reduce hospital acquired pressure ulcers and patient falls under the direction of the RN/LPN. Performs nursing procedures within scope of practice and according to policies, standard procedures and competencies. May assist with surgical skin preparation to include hair clipping and holding limbs. Performs turnover of exam/procedure room, cleaning and sanitizing patient exam/procedure room as needed. Prepares exam/procedure room, assisting Providers and Nursing staff with room set-up for procedures according to training and competencies. Assists Providers and Nurses in the care and treatment of Veterans. Participates in maintaining a clean, safe environment for the Veteran. Maintains BLS certification and demonstrates proper procedure in initiating CPR. Transports patients safely and professionally as assigned and uses hand-off communication tool as appropriate. Transports medication, supplies, equipment, blood and specimens and any other transport needs as directed. Monitors patients according to levels of observation i.e., 1:1 veteran as well as veterans in a Functional Statement: Nursing Assistant GS-5. Close observation status in accordance with facility policies. Performs other tasks requested by the RN/LVN or primary care provider. Aids all levels of clinical and non-clinical staff when warranted and within level of competence and scope of practice as indicated within the unit specific competencies. Recognizes and reports signs of physical and emotional abuse of patient, family and significant others. Removes defective equipment, reports hazards, observes safety regulations, contributes to infection control and utilizes proper aseptic technique in performance of duties. Follows policy (VHA, Facility, Unit level). May serve as a preceptor to GS-3 and GS-4 level NAs. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm with occasional Saturdays. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 54585-F, 54584-F, 54583-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.