Nursing Assistant (Inpatient Telemetry)
Location: Ann Arbor Michigan
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is currently interviewing Nursing Assistant (Inpatient Telemetry) right now, this career will be placed in Michigan. More complete informations about this career opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Ann Arbor, MI
Duties:
TOUR OF DUTY: 3:30 p.m. - Midnight (Rotating Weekends)
This position is located on the Inpati! ent Telemetry Unit. The Nursing Assistant provides technical nursing care to adult and geriatric patients according to a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse. The Nursing Assistant reports to the Registered Nurse who is responsible for the assigned patient's care. The incumbent performs basic nursing care according to standards of care, policies and procedures including but not limited to: oral hygiene, takes vital signs, measures input/output, bathing, shaving, hair care, eye care, and detection and initiation of care to prevent decubitus formation.
The Nursing Assistant ion the Inpatient Telemetry Unit applies knowledge of appliances and mechanical devices used in rehabilitation; assists the patient in accomplishing ADLs and rehabilitation; performs basic procedures for accomplishing the patient requirements for nutrition; reports to the Registered Nurse significant observations concerning the patient's conditions related to changes in vital signs, level of ! consciousness or mental status; and maintains complete and acc! urate records on appropriate forms for all assigned patients.
Preferred Experience : One year experience on an inpatient unit and CNA certification preferred.
Physical Requirements : This position requires Heavy Lifting, 45 pounds& over; heavy carrying, 45 pounds & over; straight pulling (4 hours); pushing (4 hours); use of fingers; both hands required; walking & standing 8-12 hours; repeated bending 8 hours; both legs required; ability for rapid mental & muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable @ 13Â" to 16Â" to Jaeger 1 to 4; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; depth perception; ability to distinguish shades of colors; hearing (aide permitted). Transferring patients and objects may be required. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures. The incumbent may occas! ionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient needs.
Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.
Summary
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who serve our Country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans.
Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and pro! fessionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your country's service.
If you are transitioning from the military or a Veteran already, we invite you to explore the benefits of continuing your career at the VA. The VA is committed to hiring Veterans .
The VA is much more than just another employer. It is an honorable, open and welcoming community of those who care. Gratitude is our motivation and service is our mission.
The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define Â"who we are,Â" our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are I ntegrity, C ommitment, A dvocacy, R espect and E xcellence (Â" I CARE Â").
America's Veterans need you!
To find out more, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/
Note: The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-5.
VA encourages persons with d! isabilities to apply. The health related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Qualifications & Evaluations
GRADE DETERMINATIONS:
For GS-5, applicants must possess one year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-4 level. Additionally, a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelorÂ's degree with courses related to the occupation may be qualifying. Specialized Experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the position of Nursing Assistant. Qualifying specialized experience may include non-professional nursing care work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home or other medical, nursing or patient care facility, or in such work as that of a home health aid performing duties such as: providing personal nursing care such as providing pre and post-operative care! , support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures such! as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus, caring for mentally ill patients, including observing, recording and reporting changes in their behavior and providing reassurance and encouragement, assisting surgeons and registered nurses in operating room activities.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
VA Handbook 5005 available in the local Human Resources Office and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/IORs/GS0100/0185.htm . ]
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
Benefits & Other Info
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate Working for! the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp
How to Apply
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button at the right side of this screen to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
YOU MAY INCLUDE VA FORM 10-2850c IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY. You may upload the completed form to your USAJOBS or Application Manager account if you apply online. Th! en you can use the uploaded form again and again when applying for futu! re vacancies. Please see this guide ( http://www4.va.gov/OHRM/joblistings/uploading-and-using-documents-online.doc ) for more information on uploading and re-using the form in your applications. Other required forms and documents can also be saved in your account and used the same way. Applicants are urged to apply online; this process is much easier and faster.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application, just reapply through your account in USAJOBS. Check your account ( https://my.usajobs.gov/Login.aspx ) to see the status of your application after applying, including any messages that may have been sent to you.
If you cannot apply online:
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire .
Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf .
Fax the completed 1203FX form along w! ith all supporting documents to (478)757-3144. Your 1203FX form must be placed on top of all materials being faxed and will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Keep a copy of your fax receipt in case verification is needed.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload:
Complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID: 1001505. You must use this fax cover sheet in order for your documents to be matched with your online application.
Fax your documents to (478)757-3144.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, December 06, 2013.
More Info
Ann Arbor
MI
2013-11-23T02:45:27.264164
356036300
Excepted Service Permanent
PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualif! ications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.! ) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. 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.
GS
44247
34039
1
VATA
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
None
Receiving Service Credit for 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 employees credit for their job-related non-fede! ral experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
This position will be filled on a part-time, permanent basis.
Patient Centered care is our approach to delivering healthcare to our Veterans. This philosophy gives patients and their families the chance to work closely with their healthcare providers to create more personalized care plans. Patient-centered care also considers the VeteransÂ' personal preferences and values, family situations, cultural traditions, and lifestyles; it keeps them informed and engaged throughout their treatment. The Veteran and family members become key members of the healthcare team and are active participants in making healthcare decisions.
Per Year
13-LC-1001505
1. CV or Resume. (Required)
2. Occupational Questionnaire. (! Required)
3. OF 306, Declaration for Federal Employment ( Required) (Available
http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf
4. If prior military service, include all copies of your DD Forms 214. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must also complete and submit an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (available at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf ).
5. If currently employed in the VA system, include latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
6. Any and all supporting documents submitted will be forwarded to the selecting official (no photos accepted).
2-Part-Time
0621-Nursing Assistant
Active
https://ApplicationManager.gov/Login.aspx?VacancyID=1001505&CheckStatus=Y
15317-Permanent
2013-11-23T02:45:27.264190
13-LC-1001505
After we receive your complete application package, your ! qualifications will be reviewed to decide if you meet the basic requirements.
15514-United States Citizens
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of Veterans Affairs.
If you interested on this career just click on the Apply button, you will be redirected to the official website
This career starts available on: Sat, 23 Nov 2013 10:03:21 GMT