Licensed Practical Nurse (Primary Care)

<p>The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the supervision of a registered nurse to provide practical nursing care in the Primary Care setting. The LPN applies knowledge from multiple sciences and demonstrates skill and self-direction in carrying out complex nursing assignments and resolving a range of patient care problems.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional DIRECT PATIENT CARE: Perform assigned technical procedures, such as measuring weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature. Prepare and administer medications following policy and procedure manuals. Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures completed in the clinic. Complete all assigned clinical reminders during pre-visit check-in and notify PCP of abnormal findings. Participate in patient admission, transfer, or discharge processes. Provide continuity of care by instructing patients on equipment, labs, or procedures needed for future visits and explaining medications. Educate patients on physical activity limitations or enhancements to improve outcomes. Instruct patients about upcoming diagnostic procedures (e.g., CT scans, Doppler studies, ultrasounds). Check AED and glucometer, reporting any issues. Monitor medication refrigerator temperature and report when out of range. Contribute to Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) huddles and interdisciplinary meetings, sharing relevant data. Initiate IV therapy (if certified/approved per state licensing). Notify supervisory staff nurse/supervisor of any patient condition changes or problems. Notify Lead RN/Nurse Manager about large spills, linen needs, or other facility concerns. Complete clinical reminders and documentation, assist with forms for patients. Provide direct care for male and female patients from 18 years through elderly adulthood, demonstrating population-based nursing competency. Deliver care using Patient Centered Care/RSC and PACT principles. Maintain current BLS, initiate and perform BLS as indicated. For designated lab duties, maintain competency per Ancillary Testing Coordinator and lab policies. Teach self-care skills to patients, families, and significant others. Check IED and glucometer daily. Complete wound and fall risk assessments. Assist with diabetic and hypertension education for patients. ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES: Assist or participate in group clinics (e.g., hypertensive, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, shared medical appointments). Document all care, observations, procedures, vital signs, treatments, and medication administration in the electronic health record (EHR). Support routine unit activities and perform additional duties as assigned. Adhere strictly to all safety policies. Contribute to the interdisciplinary team in treatment plan development, implementation, and evaluation for patients. Assume responsibility and accountability as delegated, under RN/Primary Care Provider supervision. Make patient care assignments for the next day. Function as a team leader on the unit, under RN supervision. Apply knowledge of TJC standards, Patient Safety Goals, and Infection Control in daily practice. Complete all mandatory VA training topics on time. Participate in clinic process improvements, systems redesign, and help meet/exceed performance goals. Attend and actively participate in scheduled staff meetings. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not 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 Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 93353A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p><h3>Requirements</h3>You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Your Name Name of Academic Institution City and State of Academic Institution Degree Earned Date Degree Conferred (Month and Year) REMINDER: A transcript, either official or unofficial, must be submitted with your application for ALL degrees. A copy of your certificate/degree or screenshot of your current classes are not a replacement of your transcript and they will not be used in the qualifying process. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.