Nursing Assistant (Float Pool)
Company: usagov
Location: Fayetteville
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
The Fayetteville VA Medical Center is looking for a Float Pool
Nursing Assistant (NA) to join the team! The Nursing Assistant
Float practices according to guidelines established by VISN 6 and
facility leadership and serves as a member of the nursing care team
and assist licensed nursing staff in the care of patients/residents
receiving preventive, acute, sub-acute chronic, maintenance, and
hospice care.
This job is open to
Current federal employees of this agency. Clarification from the
agency
This annoucement is open for current employees of the Department of
Veteran Affairs
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Duties
The Nursing Assistant (NA) functions as a member of the nursing
care team and assists licensed nursing staff in the care of
patients who are acute, sub-acute or chronic states of illnesses.
The NA will typically have patient assignments which involve more
complex nursing needs, and these needs can vary within a range of
predictable to unpredictable requirements.
These duties may include but are not limited to:
Functional Statement Title/#: Nursing Assistant
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
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.
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:
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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.
(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.
GS-5: Nursing Assistant (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 the KSAs in subparagraph (c) below:
(c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (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.
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.
Physical Requirements: Duties require extensive periods of standing
and walking. Working with patients requires bending, lifting,
stooping, stretching, pulling, and other similar activities. The
use of correct body mechanics is required.
References: VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G46.
The full performance level of this vacancy is 05. The actual grade
at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the
range of 03 to 05.
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if
you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
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. For
further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per
pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served
as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal
employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or
active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can
be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment
date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer
competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The
health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not
covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are
required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the
employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework,
remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law.
If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before
your start date. The agency will provide additional information
regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how
you can request a legally required exception from this requirement
using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do
not have in electronic form, view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.
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NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application,
r--sum--, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect consideration for employment.
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.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment
reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process
to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or
during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge
regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with
making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that
have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment
at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have
access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of
position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time,
temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the
following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure
you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all
documents required for your application, such as a copy of your
transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former
Federal employees), etc.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification
requirements:
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 full questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 06/19/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the
questionnaire click
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11772316.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS
account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status link and then select the more information link
for this position. The Details page will display the status of your
application, the documentation received and processed, and any
correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus
scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your
USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy
announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents
from your USA JOBS account or your application will be
incomplete.
Agency contact information
Terressa Davis-Thomas
Phone
910-488-2120 X1618
Email
Terressa.Davis-Thomas@va.gov
Address
Fayetteville NC VA Medical Center 2300 Ramsey Street Fayetteville,
NC 28301 US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a
confirmation notification by email. After we receive application
packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy
announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure
qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the
review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and
applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred
applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly
by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants
receive a final notification once a selection decision has been
made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging
into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications.
Information regarding your application status can be found in the
USAJobs Help Center.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a
condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement
that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or
obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a
face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza
vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive
may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from
federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza
season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA
patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations
include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated
clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based
outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and
VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and
unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid
and without compensation, full- and part-time employees,
intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors,
researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who
are expected to perform any or all of their work at these
facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents,
interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel
providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other
personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA
medical facilities.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all
documents required for your application, such as a copy of your
transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former
Federal employees), etc.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification
requirements:
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.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this
position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 06/19/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the
questionnaire click
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11772316.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and
appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing
date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS
account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status link and then select the more information link
for this position. The Details page will display the status of your
application, the documentation received and processed, and any
correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus
scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your
USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy
announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents
from your USA JOBS account or your application will be
incomplete.
Agency contact information
Terressa Davis-Thomas
Phone
910-488-2120 X1618
Email
Terressa.Davis-Thomas@va.gov
Address
Fayetteville NC VA Medical Center 2300 Ramsey Street Fayetteville,
NC 28301 US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a
confirmation notification by email. After we receive application
packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy
announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure
qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the
review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and
applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred
applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly
by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants
receive a final notification once a selection decision has been
made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging
into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications.
Information regarding your application status can be found in the
USAJobs Help Center.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a
condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement
that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or
obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a
face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza
vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive
may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from
federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza
season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA
patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations
include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated
clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based
outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and
VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and
unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid
and without compensation, full- and part-time employees,
intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors,
researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who
are expected to perform any or all of their work at these
facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents,
interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel
providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other
personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA
medical facilities.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
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