Nursing Assistant

Summary The Nursing Assistant supports the inpatient Mental Health unit at the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System by providing safe, direct, and therapeutic care to Veterans. Responsibilities include assisting licensed staff, supporting treatment and recovery activities, responding to emergencies, leading groups, and helping maintain a safe and healing environment. Responsibilities Primary Duties - Inpatient Mental Health Nursing Assistant (Not Limited To): - Provide direct patient care including, but not limited to bathing, toileting, feeding, ambulation, positioning, and personal hygiene- Obtain and document vital signs, intake/output, height, and weight- Assist in implementing therapeutic and supportive care plans - Perform treatment procedures not limited to specimen collection, external urinary device application, oral suctioning, stoma/ostomy care, G-tube care, and skin care - Support wound and pressure injury care under RN guidance - Utilize behavioral interventions and de-esc...