Nursing Assistant (Community Living Center G-63) Sepulveda

Job Details

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.Basic Requirements: Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. Education or Training. The candidate must have one year above high school with courses related to the Nursing Assistant occupation. Completion of an intensive, specialized, occupation-related course of study of less than one year as a nursing assistant may also meet in full the experience requirements for GS-3. English Language Proficiency. Nursing Assistants appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d) Grade Determinations: GS-3 (Entry Level). There is no additional experience or education requirements beyond the basic requirements. GS-4 Experience/Education: 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 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 demonstrate the following KSAs: Ability to provide a range of patient/resident care and contribute to the completion of the nurse care plan and recovery of patients/residents. Ability to observe patients/residents' or resident's physical or emotional status and refer deviations and/or problems to supervisor in a timely manner. 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. Ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents, their families and other health professionals. GS-5 Experience/Education: This is the full performance level for Nursing Assistants. Nursing Assistants 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. Nursing Assistants at this level also assume more of a peer education/mentorship role. 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 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 Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 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. Ability to communicate orally with patients/residents, families, interdisciplinary team and other personnel. This includes serving as a preceptor to new Nursing Assistants by assisting with the coordination of their orientation and overseeing/assessing their practical experience while in a clinical setting. 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. Grandfathering Provisions. All Nursing Assistants employed in VHA as of March 12, 2015 are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the series and grade held that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply: Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard. If an employee who was retained (grandfathered) under this provision leaves the occupation, the employee loses protected status of the grandfathering provision and must meet the full VA qualification standard basic requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation. References: VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G46, Nursing Assistant Qualification Standard.Physical Requirements: Work requires walking, standing, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, turning, and at times carrying heavy loads. Must be able to utilize good body mechanics and have stamina to withstand stress.

Position Overview

The Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System is seeking 1 experienced Nursing Assistant (NA) for a full-time Day Shift in Nursing Service, Community Living Center G-63, at the Sepulveda VA Medical Center in North Hills, CA. The NA provides preventive, acute, sub-acute, chronic, maintenance, and hospice care for Veterans with complex nursing needs as part of the nursing care team and supports peer education and mentorship.

Duties

• Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provides direct patient care ranging from routine to moderately specialized nursing assistance in inpatient care settings. Responds promptly to patient call lights, bells, and other signals to identify and address patient needs. Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, grooming, mobility, ambulation, and exercise. Measures, records, and reports vital signs, weight, food and fluid intake, and urinary and fecal output as directed by nursing or medical staff. Observes patients for changes in physical, behavioral, and psychosocial condition and promptly reports significant findings to the appropriate clinical staff. Collects, handles, documents, and transports specimens and other laboratory or pharmacy items according to established procedures. Performs nursing procedures within scope of practice, including EKGs, catheter care, colostomy care, enemas, skin care, simple dressings, and application of braces or prosthetic devices. Assists nurses and providers with diagnostic examinations and treatments by preparing, positioning, and monitoring patients and obtaining required clinical information. Uses clinical equipment, including glucose monitoring devices, patient lifts, and other assistive equipment, while following established safety and infection-control procedures. Follows safe patient handling practices when transferring, lifting, turning, repositioning, and transporting patients with varying levels of mobility. Accurately documents patient care, observations, interventions, and changes in health or biopsychosocial status in the patient's medical record using established charting procedures. Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning and communicates pertinent patient information to nursing staff and other members of the healthcare team. Promotes patient autonomy, dignity, safety, and independence through respectful interactions, individualized care, and appropriate use of assistive devices. Reinforces patient and family education regarding health care needs, mobility, body mechanics, procedures, postoperative care, and other treatment-related instructions. Supports the orientation and development of newly assigned Nursing Assistants by serving as a preceptor, demonstrating appropriate clinical practices, and overseeing practical experiences in the patient care setting. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day shift 12 hour shifts, 730 am - 8:00 pm. May include weekends and holidays. Compressed/Flexible: Available 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 accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized