Nursing Assistant-Patient Transport GV
Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary This position is in Nursing Service at VAMC at
Gainesville, Florida. The primary purpose is to provide safe and
timely transportation of Veterans from any inpatient unit for
testing as instructed by the professional nurse/physician with
excellent customer service and ICARE Responsibilities MAJOR DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Escort Duties Provides
transport/escort of patients, to include patients, to and from
inpatient units, outpatient clinics, ancillary departments of the
medical center and other off-station, appointments. Assists nursing
staff in the transfer of patients to and from bed to
wheelchair/stretcher/vehicle. Provides pickup and delivery of
diagnostic specimens, pharmacy requests and non-narcotic
medications, medical records, supplies, equipment, and patient
clothing and other errands as assigned. Provides emotional support
to patients/families through a kind, caring manner. Recognizes
obvious physical and behavioral changes in patients and responds
appropriately. Use and the care of standard equipment and supplies.
Responds appropriately and seeks assistance during emergencies.
Applies the principles of good body mechanics and standard
precautions while performing patient care duties. Stock patient
rooms with supplies, passes linens and water to patients, assist
patients with meals and other duties as assigned. Is alert to and
responds appropriately to emergencies. Practices standard
precautions and appropriate isolation techniques. Assures
availability of functioning wheelchairs and stretchers and
maintains proper storage of equipment. Follows established safety
practices and reports to the Nurse Manager/Supervisor, as promptly
as possible, unsafe conditions and unsafe or broken equipment,
unsafe practices or occupational illness or injury which is
sustained. Adheres to all safety and health standards, regulations,
and work practices and uses proper protective equipment as
required. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule:
1400-2230 and 1530-1200 Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is
not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial
Disclosure Report: Not required Requirements Conditions of
Employment 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. You may be required to serve a
probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online
onboarding process. 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). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019
(COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans
Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional
Information" below for details. Qualifications 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. 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. 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. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering
Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this
occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in
this occupation and meet the criteria). Preferred Experience: CNA
Certificate Grade Determinations: GS-3 Grade Determinations: (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 Grade
Determinations: (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 (transcripts
required); AND (c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
(KSAs). In addition, the candidate must 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.
(d) Assignment. 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 Grade Determinations: (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
(transcripts required); AND (c) Demonstrated 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 [NAs] 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. (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 Directive and Handbook
5005/81, Part II, Appendix G46; Nursing Assistant Qualification
Standard, dated March 12, 2015. The full performance level of this
vacancy is GS-05. The actual grade at which an applicant may be
selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-03 to GS-05.
Physical Requirements: The work includes lifting, walking, pushing,
stooping, reaching, standing, sitting, and bending. Proper body
mechanics must be utilized. The employee must be able to use a
variety of assistive mechanical devices in the transferring and
transporting of patients. 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. Selected applicants may
qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work
experience or military service experience. 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. Pursuant
to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are
required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such
accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or
pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only
infrequently enter VHA locations. 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 accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable
accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an
alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the
Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
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