# Nursing Assistant - Compass

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

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/d7ac1167-03b7-4df1-8b45-61c2adbf1513

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

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Entry
- Location: Chillicothe, OH
- Salary: 38287 – 57603 USD per year

## Summary

This role supports nurses in mental health settings at a VA medical center, providing direct patient care for veterans with complex needs. It suits candidates with healthcare experience or training who can handle the physical demands of patient assistance and adapt to a fast-paced, sometimes challenging environment.

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

## Skills named

Cardiac Catheterization, Patient Care, Specimen Collection

## Required

- U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status
- English language proficiency in written and spoken communication
- Meet one of: six months general experience, one year post-secondary education in nursing-related field, or completion of specialized NA training program
- Ability to observe and report patient condition changes to supervisors
- Ability to provide direct patient care including bathing, toileting, and mobility assistance
- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays
- Valid annual Employee Health screening including TB testing

## Nice to have

- Mental health experience
- Prior nursing or medical field experience
- Education in psychology, psychiatric, or operating room technician programs

Apply on Veterans Health Administration's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890645900