Department of Veterans Affairs
The VA New Jersey Health Care System is currently recruiting for a full time Licensed Practical Nurse for located at the Lyons VA Medical Center in Lyons, NJ. The Licensed Practical Nurse performs assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, positive customer service and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the Veteran.
- VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The duties of the position include but are not limited to the following: Performs assigned nursing care responsibilities requiring the use of advanced equipment, technology, or knowledge in procedures performed in the GU Clinic, Eye Clinic, General Medical, Surgical, Orthopedic, Diabetic, and Urology Clinics, the Vital Signs area, and Patient Transport. Utilizes specialized equipment such as Doppler units, oximeters, visual field analyzers, electro-fulguration machines, cryothermia machines, computer terminals, and printers. Reports and records current observations, such as physical condition, emotional response, and results of procedures; observes skin conditions, variations in vital signs, and personal habits of patients/residents; listens for clues to the patient's/resident's reaction to illness and treatment. Assists the physician and/or nurse with therapeutic or diagnostic procedures, including skin biopsies, joint aspirations, phlebotomies, pap smears, pelvic examinations, minor eye surgeries, and minor GU procedures. Obtains and arranges necessary equipment; correctly positions the patient/resident and provides information and reassurance. Escorts acutely ill patients/residents to and from clinics and/or outside the facility for special tests. Provides one-to-one nursing care to assigned outpatients whose care requires close observation. Demonstrates a high level of competency in medication administration by all routes according to established policy and procedures, and competence in administering intravenous fluids and/or medications according to provider orders and established policy. Performs other related duties as indicated by the needs of the patient/resident and the unit. Work Schedule: Rotating, will discuss during interview Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases 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) 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 available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: GS-3: 561-14538F / GS-4: 561-14536F / GS-5: 561-14536F / GS-6: 561-14535F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Read the full announcement on USAJOBS
Listed under Healthcare & Nursing jobs.