Nursing Assistant (GEC)
Location: Prescott Arizona
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is at present recruited Nursing Assistant (GEC) right now, this occupation will be placed in Arizona. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 759828
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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?
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
Special Employment Consideration:
Individuals eligible for the following appointments are encouraged to apply: 5 CFR 213.3102 "u", Schedule A,
Appointment of persons with disabilities
; intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities; and
Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected d! isability of 30% or more.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
U! . S. Citizenship
Must pass pre-employment medical examination
English Language Proficiency required
Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required
Background and-or Security Investigation required
DUTIES:
The Nursing Assistant provides basic nursing care to patients. Performs basic personal nursing care which includes feeding, bathing, lifting, oral hygiene, fingernail care, hair care, and other related personal hygiene duties. Performs a variety of diagnostic support duties such as taking and recording temperatures, pulses, respirations and blood pressures, and reports any deviation from normal to the registered nurse. Weighs and measures patients. Measures and records oral intake and output. Performs basic standardized procedures, such as applying hot and cold packs, applying dressings and bandages (arm slings, abdominal bandages), applying external catheters, caring for patients on infection precautions, applying sa! lves, ointments and powders as directed, setting up and assisting in giving treatments, observing intravenous solutions and notifying RN when fluids are running low. Participates in rehabilitation programs such as ambulation and passive and active exercises. Administers CPR and Abdominal Thrust (choke procedure) in emergency situations. Documents observations, treatments, procedures and patient teaching using the SBAR format. Instructs patient in daily living activities such as shaving, showering, and other related personal hygiene activities. Reinforces instructions given by the registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Reinforces rehabilitation program instructions such as transfer, ambulation, crutch walking and other exercise. Participates in accident and fire prevention programs. Uses proper body mechanics at all times. Escorts patients to appointments.
This is a bargaing unit position.
Relocation expenses are NOT authorized for this position.
Tour Of Duty: Mon thru Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
! QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
GRADE DETERMINATIONS:
You must have specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically we would find this experience in work within this field or a field that is closely related.
GS-03 - Six months general experience or 1 year of education above high school with courses related to the occupation.
GS-04 - Six months general and six months specialized experience or 2 years of education above high school with courses related to the occupation.
To qualify based on education, submit copy of transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned. Submit proof of your education with a transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s) and grade point average or class ranking. We will be unable t! o return these to you. You can receive credit for education received outside the United States if you provide evidence that it is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the United States when n you apply.
Certified Nursing Assistants Preferred.
A certification, licensure, or registration credentials in Certified Nursing Assistants License is preferred for this position. In some cases, these may be substituted for experience and education.
EDUCATION:
APPLICANTS 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 qualifications. Applicants must, therefore, only report 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/i! ndex.html
. All education claimed by applicants will be verifi! ed 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. ***
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit
http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/veterans.aspx
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! HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
BENEFITS:
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. The following Web addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts -
The Federal Flexible Spending Accounts Program (FSAFeds) allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. For additional information visit:
https://www.fsaf! eds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
Health Insurance -
The Fede! ral Employees Health Benefits Program offers over 100 optional plans. For additional information visit:
http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave -
Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit:
http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance -
The Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI) offers: Basic Life Insurance plus three types of optional insurance, for additional information visit:
http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance -
The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) provides long term care insurance for Federal employees and their parents, parents-in-law, stepparents, spouses, and adult children. For additional information visit:
http://www.ltcfeds.com/
Retirement Program -
Almost all new employees are automatically covered by ! the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan. The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefit Plan, Thrift Savings Plan. For additional information visit:
http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp
This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp
OTHER INFORMATION:
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
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-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they ea! rn annual leave.
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If you were eligible to this occupat! ion, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of Veterans Affairs.
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This occupation starts available on: Thu, 18 Oct 2012 22:36:05 GMT