Nursing Assistant - Community Living Center (CLC)

This Nursing Assistant position is located within the Community Living Center (CLC) of the Nursing, Operations section at VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System in Leeds, MA.Total Rewards of a Allied Health ProfessionalThis is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT intended for current and future vacancies at the location listed. This announcement will remain open until the closing date of 4/24/2026, the date beyond which the system no longer accepts applications for an advertised position. Applications will be reviewed and referred at regular intervals based on the needs of the facility.Nursing Assistants perform a range of nursing care activities while assigned to the Community Living Center (CLC).In addition to performing activities of daily living and documentation, the nursing assistant demonstrates an understanding of each member of the interdisciplinary team's role and appropriately communicates with members to promote positive outcomes as well as:Escorting Veterans/residents safely both on and off station.Is able to follow standard precautions and other infection control protocols as needed.Demonstrates knowledge of basic health care provider skills.Provides 1:1 or Safety Sitter nursing care to Veterans/residents who may require restraints or special observation.Understands Veteran's/resident's rights and responsibilities.Maintains a safe, secure environment for Veterans/residents, staff, significant others and visitors as addressed in the VAMC Safety Manual.Provides comprehensive physical care to Veterans/residents. Motivating Veterans/residents towards optimal level of functioning.Assesses data reflective of the Veteran's status and interprets the information needed to identify each Veteran's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide care needed as described in the program's policies and procedures.Takes into consideration age-related differences of the various veteran populations with this institution.Meets the needs of customers while supporting the Medical Center and Service missions.Consistently communicates and treats customers (Veterans, visitors, volunteers, and all Medical Center staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner.Provides the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures.Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately.Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy act of 1974 and other applicable laws, federal regulations, VA statutes and policy, and VHS & RA policy.Protects the data from unauthorized release or from loss, alteration, or unauthorized deletion.Follows applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files, release of access codes, etc. as set out in the computer access agreement that the employee signs.Uses the Computerized Veteran Record System (CPRS) to access information in the Medical Center Computer System.Establishes/Maintains constructive working relationships with co-workers to accomplish performance goals, foster cooperation and team work.Exhibits a positive attitude and upholds VA Core Values ("I CARE") when interacting with residents, employees, families, and members of the community.Identifies changes in resident condition both physical and emotional and reports these in a timely manner while initiating appropriate action under guidance.The Nursing Assistant reports directly to the Nurse Manager of the assigned unit.Work Schedule: 3:30pm to 12:00am with rotating weekends.Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not AuthorizedPermanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not AuthorizedPay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Telework: Not AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 631-F1540, 631-F1541, 631-F1542Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized