VA
$40,121 – $58,612
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role provides hands-on personal care and support to Veterans in a VA medical center, assisting with daily activities, mobility, hygiene, and clinical observations. It suits people who want meaningful healthcare work in a structured environment with strong federal benefits and are comfortable with rotating shifts and physical demands.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- U.S. citizenship or eligibility under VA policy
- English language proficiency in written and spoken form
- Six months of general experience demonstrating ability to learn NA skills, OR one year of education above high school in nursing/health-related field, OR completion of intensive NA-specific training program under one year
- Physical fitness and ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform patient care activities
Nice to have
- One year of experience as a Nursing Assistant or in related medical fields (LPN, health technician, hospital corpsman)
- Two years of education above high school in nursing care, health care, psychology, or related field
- Four-year degree including 24+ semester hours in health-related courses