Nursing Assistant (Burlington VT)
Assignments at this level include but are not limited to:
interacting with both internal and external customers; obtaining medical information from patients completing all clinical reminders assigned to this position as well as provide educational materials to patients regarding secure messaging; coordinating information/consults and actions related to patient care and services; takes all vital signs-weight, blood pressures, temperatures; phlebotomy and processing of specimens; does routing standardized diagnostic procedures such as EKGs and Pulse Oximetry. Transmits EKGs daily to central location to be read by cardiologists. The nursing assistant will assist with outpatient exams as needed. The incumbent will also be responsible for stocking all supplies in the exam rooms, and assigning providers to exam rooms on a daily basis. Also responsible for transporting patients as necessary. Works independently making decisions on priorities regarding patient/providers schedules. The broad nature of the assignments in performing a variety of basic technical support activities (EKGs, minor medical or surgical test/procedures, etc) and routine service oriented tasks (escort etc) requires the Nursing Assistant to organize work flow in such a manner as to promote and enhance the timely provision of services to the Veteran. The NAs role is key to timely clinic appointments and daily flow of appointments. The NA will normally be instructed by a licensed health care professional to perform specific tests/procedures/functions involving outpatients. The Nursing Assistant (NA) performs duties related to patient care and clinic administration such as but not limited to:
obtaining patient's vital signs, height, weight, performing and transmitting EKGs, doing phlebotomy and specimen processing, completing clinical reminders (preventive health screenings), ordering clinic supplies, stocking exam rooms and other duties as assigned and delegated. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00 a.m. - 4:
30 p.m. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not Required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/02/2019. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education or Training. One year above high school with courses related to the NA 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. Physical Requirements. The work requires the NA to be mobile throughout the Medical Center as needed, involving standing, walking, bending, pushing and lifting (moderate-heavy). The NA should be capable of prolonged standing/walking and be physically capable of pushing equipment. English Language Proficiency. NAs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j. Grade Determinations:
For GS-3:
None beyond the basic requirements. For GS-4:
(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. 4. Ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents, their families and other health professionals. For GS-5:
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. References:
VA Handbook 5005, Appendix G46 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. Physical Requirements:
The work requires the Nursing Assistant to be mobile throughout the Medical Center as needed, involving standing, walking, bending, pushing and lifting (moderate-heavy). The Nursing Assistant should be capable of prolonged standing/walking and be physically capable of pushing equipment.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
interacting with both internal and external customers; obtaining medical information from patients completing all clinical reminders assigned to this position as well as provide educational materials to patients regarding secure messaging; coordinating information/consults and actions related to patient care and services; takes all vital signs-weight, blood pressures, temperatures; phlebotomy and processing of specimens; does routing standardized diagnostic procedures such as EKGs and Pulse Oximetry. Transmits EKGs daily to central location to be read by cardiologists. The nursing assistant will assist with outpatient exams as needed. The incumbent will also be responsible for stocking all supplies in the exam rooms, and assigning providers to exam rooms on a daily basis. Also responsible for transporting patients as necessary. Works independently making decisions on priorities regarding patient/providers schedules. The broad nature of the assignments in performing a variety of basic technical support activities (EKGs, minor medical or surgical test/procedures, etc) and routine service oriented tasks (escort etc) requires the Nursing Assistant to organize work flow in such a manner as to promote and enhance the timely provision of services to the Veteran. The NAs role is key to timely clinic appointments and daily flow of appointments. The NA will normally be instructed by a licensed health care professional to perform specific tests/procedures/functions involving outpatients. The Nursing Assistant (NA) performs duties related to patient care and clinic administration such as but not limited to:
obtaining patient's vital signs, height, weight, performing and transmitting EKGs, doing phlebotomy and specimen processing, completing clinical reminders (preventive health screenings), ordering clinic supplies, stocking exam rooms and other duties as assigned and delegated. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00 a.m. - 4:
30 p.m. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not Required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/02/2019. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education or Training. One year above high school with courses related to the NA 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. Physical Requirements. The work requires the NA to be mobile throughout the Medical Center as needed, involving standing, walking, bending, pushing and lifting (moderate-heavy). The NA should be capable of prolonged standing/walking and be physically capable of pushing equipment. English Language Proficiency. NAs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j. Grade Determinations:
For GS-3:
None beyond the basic requirements. For GS-4:
(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. 4. Ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents, their families and other health professionals. For GS-5:
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. References:
VA Handbook 5005, Appendix G46 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. Physical Requirements:
The work requires the Nursing Assistant to be mobile throughout the Medical Center as needed, involving standing, walking, bending, pushing and lifting (moderate-heavy). The Nursing Assistant should be capable of prolonged standing/walking and be physically capable of pushing equipment.
- Department:
0621 Nursing Assistant - Salary Range:
$27,030 to $44,130 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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