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The duties listed below are for GS-5, developmental grades will differ in scope and oversight. They include, but are not limited to:

• Provides care that offers no evidence or concern of abuse.
• Performs, and can mentor other CNAs, in activities of daily living (ADL) by helping Veterans in their physical functioning.
• Demonstrates the need for minimal supervision and proficient skill in promoting independence in daily living activities.
• Independently follows the Restorative Plan of Care and performs range of motion exercises, turning and positioning, ambulation and other routine care procedures to complete all restorative exercises in the Plan of Care.
• Follows the Restorative Plan of Care and performs range of motion exercises, turning and positioning, ambulation and other routine care procedures to complete all restorative exercises in the Plan of Care.
• Performs, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and when assigned, catheter care, oral-pharyngeal suctioning and tracheostomy suctioning and tracheostomies that are noncomplicated and at least five days old.
• Uses aseptic technique and changes clean dressings.
• Maintains and monitors oxygen therapy as directed by the RN, assignment or written care plan.
• Applies binders, splints, supportive devices, braces, and other simple devices to aid Veterans in positioning for therapy, applies hot and cold packs, prepares patients for tests, examinations, and treatments. Collects specimens and correctly labels specimens for laboratory examinations and assures timely transportation.
• Applies ointments, shampoos, and creams considered medications under the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP Policy) and mentors fellow CNAs in performing medication administration per policy.
• Reviews the Veteran's/resident's treatment plan and follows the plan in performing resident care.
• Participates in CLC activity and actions to improve the quality of care for residents/Veterans to include fall intervention and prevention of pressure sores.
• Participates in the nursing care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings, using knowledge of the Veteran/resident and reports resident/Veteran problems, helps plan individualized care and discharge planning.
• Cleans and maintains equipment independently or at the direction of the RN/LPN.
• Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients. Orients the new resident/Veteran to the room and safety features. Checks in and documents resident/Veteran valuables.
• Provides one-to-one observation as directed for assaultive and ill residents and follows facility policy related to the one-to-one Veteran's condition/illness.
• Assists with labeling, preparing for transport, laundering and distributing resident's personal clothing.
• Initiates Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, Heimlich maneuver for choking, and first aid in accordance with established Medical Center policy.
• Safely and timely escorts Veterans to and from the CLC for appointments and recreational therapy.
• Implements leisure and diversional activities for the Veteran and promotes meaningful use of time that enhanced independence, positive self-esteem and relaxing leisure experiences.
• Maintains constant and vigilant privacy of all Veterans at all times.
• Accurately documents treatments and care given to the Veteran/resident in the Veteran/resident's medical record.

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional

Work Schedule: Rotating day tour, 7:30AM - 8 PM, and 7:30AM - 4PM, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Compressed/Flexible: Available

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized

Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.

Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 00000