Basic Requirement. To be at least minimally qualified for the nursing assistant occupation in VA, applicants must have completed one of the following:
GS-4. Individuals assigned as GS-4 Nursing Assistants are considered to be at the intermediate or developmental level and are closely supervised. Applicants may qualify at the GS-4 level based on either experience or education as described below:
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.
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Education. Successful completion of at least 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 demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities as defined below:
Please select the one response below that best describes how you meet the experience or education requirements for the GS-4 level.