Licensed Vocational Nurse CLC Activation Unit

<p>The Long Beach VA Health Care System is seeking full time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position in Community Living Center (CLC) Activation Unit for Geriatrics & Extended Care Service. *Currently there is 7 vacant positions*</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>LVN CLC Activation duties: Performs a full range of nursing procedures such as data collection that contributes to the assessment, vital signs, treatments, electrocardiograms, finger stick blood glucose testing, and specimen collection in accordance with nursing policies and procedures. Handles, prepares, and administers medications, treatments, in accordance with policies and procedures and documents appropriately in the patient's medical record, observes and evaluates for physical and/or behavioral changes from prescribed medications and treatments. Identifies and documents changes in patient's condition and reports these timely to the Registered Nurse and/or provider and initiates appropriate actions. Demonstrates practical knowledge of human behavior, motivation, and reactions to situations. Performs nursing treatments and procedures following established policies and procedures. Participates in interdisciplinary planning process by attending team meetings and providing VA Long Beach Healthcare System (VALBHS) patient related data and information Is self-directed in setting up necessary equipment for sterile and non-sterile procedures, maintains supply levels and basic cleanliness in examination and treatment rooms, utility rooms, and patient rooms with special emphasis on infection control. Utilizes standard precautions and isolation protocols in the clinical environment. Implements provider orders within the LVN scope of practice following policy and procedure. Assists in the management of emergent patient care situations. Anticipates potentially emergent situations. Completes routine assignments and seeks out additional assignments. Assists others, as time permits, in the completion of their duties. Ensures patient's rights, privacy and confidentiality are maintained. Uses proper body mechanics and safety techniques. Follows policies and procedures in the handling and maintaining of hazardous materials. Completes clinical competency reviews and mandatory reviews as scheduled. Actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills. Uses the computer system in accordance with VALBHS policies. Accepts additional assignments within the training and competency to meet the needs of the patient, unit, and VALBHS mission. Demonstrates sound customer service skills in interactions with patients, families, visitors, coworkers, and VALBHS internal and external customers. Teaches patients and family members principles of health, self-care, and treatments related to medications and treatments. Adheres to policies and guidelines regarding release of patient information. Refers patient to appropriate staff member as required. Performs other functions such as entering work orders, tracking of equipment, and timekeeping. Is punctual in reporting on and off duty for scheduled tour, breaks, and for meetings. Utilizes annual leave and sick leave responsibly. Responds appropriately to all fire, safety, and emergency preparedness exercises. Follows station guidelines in emergency procedures Participates in cost containment programs, utilizing equipment and supplies appropriately. Maintains all patients' records, either electronic or paper, according to regulation, ensuring each entity contains proper patient and health care proper identification. Performs Quality Assurance monitoring using appropriate tools regarding the completion and contents of the patient record. Preferred Experience: At least 1 year in Nursing Home or Community Living Center (CLC) setting. VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 12 hour shifts, various shifts to cover patient care. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. 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 dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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>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/.