# Nursing Assistant - Acute Care

Hiring organization: [Veterans Health Administration](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/veterans-health-administration)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/82bdb260-9a10-4f56-9a9e-113a9cf00bf4

Listed on Veterans Health Administration's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Entry
- Location: Philadelphia, PA
- Salary: 38966 – 63620 USD per year

## Summary

This role supports the nursing team at a VA medical center in Philadelphia, providing direct patient care including hygiene, monitoring, vital signs, and medical procedures under licensed nurse supervision. It suits healthcare workers seeking entry-level or mid-level clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting.

_Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration's wording._

## Skills named

Specimen Collection

## Required

- United States citizenship or VA Policy compliance for non-citizens
- English language proficiency (written and spoken)
- Six months of general healthcare experience OR one year of high school-level education in healthcare-related field OR completion of specialized NA training program
- Ability to provide range of patient care and contribute to nurse care plan
- Ability to observe and report patient physical or emotional status deviations
- Ability to use medical equipment and supplies in diagnostic and treatment procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Physical capability for standing, lifting, bending, and kneeling as required

## Nice to have

- Two years of CNA experience
- Completion of two or more years of post-secondary education in nursing or healthcare fields

Apply on Veterans Health Administration's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890037100