Nursing Assistant- Podiatry

This is an Open Continuous Announcement that will be used to fill vacant positions at The Central Virginia VA Health Care System- Charlottesville CBOCs, Surgical Care Department- Podiatry Clinic. The Nursing Assistant Practices provides care and services to clinic patients as determined by the Provider. Provides care of patients contributing to optimizing patient outcomes. Provides for the care of patients with dignity and continuous consideration of the individuals emotional needsThe Nursing Assistants (NA) function as a member of the nursing care team and assist the medical team in the care of clinic patients receiving outpatient care in acute, sub-acute or chronic states of illness. NAs practice within the scope and certification of a CNA in the nursing unit. Provides direct patient/resident care in the provision of the psychological, physical, social, and cultural activities of daily living, complete and supportive. Provides reporting, communication, and documentation in the computerized patient record system and with other members of the multi-disciplinary healthcare team. Maintains certification, BCLS, and currency in required education and training as identified by regulating agencies, the PVAMC, VISN and National Agencies. Demonstrates competency and consistency in the technical use of equipment, application of technical standards and performance of administrative support duties. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with standard operating procedures for the maintenance of reusable medical equipment.Major duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:The incumbent must be able to perform with skill and effectiveness all duties associated with nursing assistant work under the supervision of the Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse.Measuring vital signs (to include temperature, pulse, respiration, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, weights and pain measurement).Proficient with chart documentation, direct patient care duties, patient and family teaching, and patient safety duties.Performs a wide variety of duties aimed at increasing the comfort, spirit and recovery of the patient.Records treatments and observations in the electronic patient record.Recognizes and reports to the RN or provider any significant physical, emotional or behavioral changes in the patient.Ensures proper specimen collection to include labeling according to policy, handling and delivery to the laboratory.Transports patients and specimens to required destinations and prepares for and assists with examinations, diagnostic and therapeutic tests according to written procedures and policies.Assists with therapeutic treatment techniques to include conducting groups, 1:1 observations, the proper use of restraints, aseptic and deescalating techniques.Performs other related duties as assigned.Enter information into the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).Documents vital signs, treatments, procedures, and cardiac rhythm interpretations performed in CPRS.Practices excellent customer service in all work activities; poised and articulate in communicating with people of varied educational, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.Maintains a positive therapeutic relationship by displaying respect for human dignity with the health care team, patients, families and or significant others utilizing learned communication skills.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 0800-1630Telework: Not AuthorizedVirtual: This is not a virtual positionFunctional Statement #: 000000Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required