The Laborer completes the MN State Approved Nursing Assistant curriculum through the IVAN (Investing in VA Nursing) Program. They serve as an assistant and are responsible for supporting the daily needs of Veterans in the VA Medical Center. These positions have high visibility throughout the institution and require excellent customer service skills. The employee assists in all aspects of support for patient care including the movement of patients, equipment, supplies and staff assistance.

Duties

This is an Open Continuous Announcement. Cut-off for applications will occur every 2 weeks beginning December 14, 2023 and qualified applicants will be referred every two weeks until the positions are filled. This announcement may be extended if necessary. This program is intended to create a pathway for individuals to gain skills and qualifications to fill Nursing Assistant vacancies at the Minneapolis VA. The incumbent will be on-boarded into a "Laborer" role while they actively participate in MN State approved Nursing Assistant Training curriculum. After completion of the Nursing Assistant training, incumbents are eligible to apply for vacant Nursing Assistant positions in the facility or can remain in the Laborer role. NOTE: These are TEMPORARY appointments (Not to exceed 6-months). This appointment may be renewed for additional service in accordance with Agency needs to 1 additional year. IVAN hiring and curriculum will be completed on a quarterly basis. NOTE: These are part-time positions (20hrs/week). Benefits and time-off accrual will be prorated and based on your part-time work schedule. Major Duties include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the safe and efficient movement of Veterans, either alone or with an nursing staff member as needed Receives requests and complies with excellent customer service and phone etiquette Responds to requests to procure supplies, equipment, etc. from and for various areas of the facility, as requested by supervisor Assists with lifting & moving patients between rooms or wards using Safe Patient Handling equipment Maintains competencies and is able to assist with management of disruptive behavior in all areas of the facility Provides and transports equipment as available Disinfects / wipes down equipment with approved cleaning product prior to and after each patient transport Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (will train upon hire) Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Hours Vary, 20 hours per week as needed for program completion. (Work hours may be further discussed during interview process) Position Description Title/PD#: Laborer - IVAN (Investing in VA Nursing) Nursing Assistant Training Program/PD608110 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Telework: Not authorized Virtual Position: This is not a virtual position Bargaining Unit: Yes, AFGE/1272 Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Working Conditions: Work will be performed on the grounds of the Minneapolis VA Health System, primarily within the facility. Main duties include lifting and positioning patients, assisting with disruptive behavior patients in a clinical setting, transporting and moving patients, and cleaning reusable medical equipment. Pushing and pulling hospital equipment, walking distances, taking stairs, and answering cell phone will be daily occurrences. Retrieving equipment from around the hospital and grounds, and delivering equipment to various areas is expected. Assisting clinical staff with obtaining equipment and other patient support items will be needed. Work is in a Medical Center setting and involves possible exposure to contagious disease which will require appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentDexterity and SafetyReliability and DependabilityWork Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Minneapolis VA Medical Center One Veterans Drive Minneapolis, MN 55417 US
• Name: Amanda Martin
• Phone: 313-576-3024
• Email: [email protected]