- Position Title
- Nursing Assistant-SCI
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBSS-11259189-22-TNM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, October 8, 2021 to Friday, September 30, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
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Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Assessment 1
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Select the appropriate answer to the following question based on your current level of experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience is subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
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Citizenship: I am a citizen of the United Sates.
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English Proficiency: I am proficient in spoken and written English.
3.
Education/Training: I 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 the full experience requirement for GS-3.
GRADE DETERMINATION: This section outlines the requirements for the grade level offered for this position. For each task below, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
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GS-3 Nursing Assistant: None beyond the minimum qualifications.
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GS-4 Nursing Assistant: Experience- One year of specialized experience as a Nursing Assistant 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 filed of study appropriate to the specialization of the position, such as education in a program for psychology, psychiatric, or operating room technicians; AND DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA'S) INCLUDING:
* The ability to provided a range of patient/resident care and contribute to the completion of the nurse care plan and recovery of patients/residents.
* The ability to observe patients/residents' or residents physical and emotional status and refer deviations and/or problems to supervisors in a timely manner.
* The 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.
* The ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents, their families and other health professionals.
* The ability to provided a range of patient/resident care and contribute to the completion of the nurse care plan and recovery of patients/residents.
* The ability to observe patients/residents' or residents physical and emotional status and refer deviations and/or problems to supervisors in a timely manner.
* The 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.
* The ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents, their families and other health professionals.
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GS-5 Nursing Assistant (Full Performance Level): Experience- Once year of progressively responsible assignments and experience equivalent to the GS-4 which demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities that are directly related to the specific assignment. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the professional KSA's 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 KSA's including the:
* 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/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 the need for basic life support, controlling bleeding and assisting with behavior crisis, etc.
* 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/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 the need for basic life support, controlling bleeding and assisting with behavior crisis, etc.
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Verification Statement- Your rating is subject to verification based on the resume, narratives, and other relevant document you submit, and through verification of references as appropriate. Deliberate attempts to falsify information are ground for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in you being barred from federal employment. Please choose A to certify that your answers are accurate and complete.