Nursing Assistant

About the Position:

This position is located at Evans Army Community Hospital at Fort Carson, Colorado in the Department of Family Medicine. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

• Obtain accurate vital signs.
• Record data on clinical records and chart patient information.
• Assist patient care providers during examinations, procedures, treatments and diagnostic tests.
• Assist with providing emotional, physical comfort and safety needs of patients.
• Prepare patient's rooms for examination and diagnostic tests.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A personal Security Investigation is required.
• This position may have specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• Selectees may be required to sign a statement (Conditions of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• Immunization screening may be required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of their immunization depending on the type of position.
• A pre-employment physical is required. To meet Physical Effort requirements, this position may require an annual physical or medical surveillance examination thereafter.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.
• This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
• This position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
• This position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.
• Required to wear Personnel Protective Equipment.