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Position Title: Nursing Assistant (Float Pool)
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number: CBTD-12579592-25-HF Opens in new window
Open Period: Thursday, October 17, 2024 to Wednesday, April 30, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

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.

A. Yes, I am considered a political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316.

B. Yes, I am considered a Non-career Senior Executive Service (SES), Limited Term SES, Limited Emergency SES Executive Branch employee.

C. Yes, I am considered a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or appointee who served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch.

D. Yes, I am considered a political appointee in the Executive Branch (as described in a., b. or c above) in a covered position in an agency having an interchange agreement with OPM, which allows movement from the agency's system to the competitive civil service.

E. None of the above. I am not considered a current or recent (last 5 years) political appointee as described above in items a, b, c, or d.

Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:

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
Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.

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. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages or encrypted, and digitally signed documents linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.

In order to receive appropriate consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veterans' Preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).

By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).

2. Applicants are required to undergo and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening test and must submit to random drug testing after employment. Will you comply with this requirement?

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment physical?

A. Yes

B. No

4. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. Are you proficient in basic written and spoken English?

A. Yes

B. No

If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.

This vacancy announcement is open to United States Citizens (The Public) in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part I, Chapter 4(2)(a). This occupation has been determined to be a staffing shortage by VA in accordance with Title 38 U.S.C 7412; therefore, this occupation has been waived from applying veteran's preference to preference eligibles. All applicants will be considered external applicants regardless of status and/or other eligibilities.

Select YES or NO to answer the following questions for the BASIC REQUIREMENTS regarding the occupational series for this position.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

1. Are you proficient in written and spoken English?

[NOTE: Candidates appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in both spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).].

A. Yes

B. No

2. You must meet at least one of the following criteria to qualify for at the entry level for this position:

Experience. Six months of general experience. Experience must demonstrate the ability to acquire the knowledge and skills to perform the work of a Nursing Assistant,
- OR,
Education.
- One year of education above high school with courses related to the Nursing Assistant occupation (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED),
  - or,
- Completion of an intensive, specialized, occupation-related training course of study or program of less than one year as a Nursing Assistant (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED)

Do you possess at least one of the requirements as noted above? Please choose the answer below that best describes your experience and/or education.

A. Yes, I possess 6 months of general experience and understand that such experience should be reflected on my resume to be found qualified for this position.

B. Yes, I have completed one year above high school with courses related to the Nursing Assistant occupation and understand I must submit a copy of my transcripts with my application or I will be found disqualified for this position.

C. Yes, I have completed an intensive, specialized, occupation-related training course study or program of less than one year as a Nursing Assistant and understand I must submit a copy of my transcripts with my application or I will be found disqualified for this position.

D. No, I do not possess any of the above requirements and understand I will not be found qualified for this position.

Select YES or NO to answer the following questions for the GRADE REQUIREMENTS regarding the occupational series for this position.

3. GS-4 Grade Level Requirement:
In addition to meeting the basic requirements, you must meet the below requirement to be found qualified for this position:

Experience. One year of specialized experience as a Nursing Assistant (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,
Education. Successful completion of 2 years above high school in an accredited institution with courses related to nursing care, healthcare 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

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition, to be found qualified for this position, you 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.

Do you possess the above requirements?

A. Yes, I possess one (1) year of specialized experience as an NA or in another qualifying medical field AND possess the ability to demonstrate the listed KSAs. I understand such information should be accurately reflected on my resume.

B. Yes, I have successful completed two (2) years above high school in an accredited institution with courses related to nursing care, healthcare or in a field of study appropriate to the specialization of the position AND possess the ability to demonstrate the listed KSAs. I understand such information should be accurately reflected on my resume and understand I must submit a copy of my transcripts with my application or I will not be found qualified for this position.

C. No, I do not possess the above requirements and understand I will not be found qualified for this position.

4. GS-5 Grade Level Requirement:
In addition to meeting the basic requirements, you must meet the below requirement to be found qualified for this position:

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.
- 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 (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED).

AND

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition, to be found qualified for this position, you must demonstrate the following 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.

Do you possess the above requirements?

A. Yes, I possess one year of progressively responsible assignments and experience equivalent to the GS-4 grade level AND possess the ability to demonstrate the listed KSAs. I understand such information should be accurately reflected on my resume.

B. Yes, I have successfully completed a 4 year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree AND possess the ability to demonstrate the listed KSAs. I understand such information should be accurately reflected on my resume and understand I must submit a copy of my transcripts with my application or I will not be found qualified for this position.

C. No, I do not possess any of the above requirements and understand I will not be found qualified for this position

RESUME REMINDER - Your resume must include the following information each job listed: 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 Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.

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.

TRANSCRIPT REMINDER - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.

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