VA
$39,021 – $63,710
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This is an entry-to-mid-level nursing assistant role at a VA Medical Center geriatrics unit, working primarily overnight shifts with every-other-weekend and holiday schedules. The position involves direct patient care for complex veterans, including wound and catheter management, glucose monitoring, and documentation, suited for someone seeking structured federal employment with strong benefits.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
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What they ask for
Required
- U.S. citizenship or eligibility for appointment when citizens unavailable
- Six months general experience, or one year of post-secondary education in nursing-related field, or completion of intensive NA training program
- Ability to lift 45 pounds or more
- Ability to work 11pm–7am shift with every-other-weekend and every-other-holiday schedule
- Annual employee health requirements clearance
Nice to have
- One year specialized experience as a nursing assistant or in related medical roles
- Two years post-secondary education with nursing or healthcare coursework
- Bachelor's degree with healthcare coursework