2026.02.15

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Nursing Assistant- 4North Psychiatric Medical Unit position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

Where’s the Nursing Assistant position located?

Ms.Smith

The Nursing Assistant position is at the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System in Nashville, TN, specifically in the Mental Health unit, 4North.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this Nursing Assistant role?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $41,097 to $67,098.

Dr.Job

What are the basic qualifications needed for this job?

Ms.Smith

To qualify, you need to be proficient in spoken and written English, and have either six months of general experience, a year of education above high school related to the role, or complete a specialized training course related to the Nursing Assistant position.

Dr.Job

What happens if someone was already working as a Nursing Assistant before the new qualification standards?

Ms.Smith

If someone was employed as a Nursing Assistant in VHA before the new standards took effect, they’re considered to have met all the qualification requirements for their position.

Dr.Job

Can temporary employees be reappointed if they don’t meet the new basic requirements?

Ms.Smith

No, temporary employees who don’t meet the new basic requirements can’t have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed until they fully meet those requirements.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith