Vocational Nurse

Department of Veterans Affairs

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical/License Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) GS 6 is to perform assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, positive customer service and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the veteran. The LPN/LVN also performs assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, outstanding customer service, and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the Veteran.

• Duties of the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) may include, but are not limited to: Possesses the ability to work with the nursing staff, providers, and others and is able to communicate effectively with patients/family members, and members of the health care team. Is accountable and responsible for data collection, reporting accurate vital signs, height & weight, and performing clinical reminders at time of visit. Adheres to established policies, standards of care and standards of practice. Demonstrates knowledge, skill, and ability to promptly recognize and effectively intervene in potentially urgent or emergent medical and mental health or behavioral situations. Identifies significant changes in the patient's condition and reports to the provider and/or RN Care Manager/charge nurse. Implements nursing interventions based on scientific principles. Performs all Clinical Reminders during patient visit/walk-ins and notifies PCP of positive screens such as ADUIT-C alcohol screen and Tobacco screen. Instructs patients on FOBT procedure for colorectal screening and provides patients with tubes and labels to mail back to facility. Takes vital signs, Height, and Weight with accuracy. For hypertension, records all 3 BP readings in CPRS and notifies provider/Charge Nurse. Assists PACT team with clearing secure messaging within scope of practice and make post-discharge phone calls as indicated. Other duties as assigned/delegate by Charge Nurse/RN. Performance of complex therapeutic procedures requires frequent observation and guidance from the RN Care Coordinator or charge nurse. Reports and records assigned nursing care including but not limited to: Vital signs including Pain as a 51h vital sign; Dressing change, simple and complex; Oxygen administration; Urinary catheterization; Pulmonary hygiene and drainage; Administration of delegated procedures and treatments; Administration of medications; IV Starts; Phlebotomy; Allergy screen; EKGs; Collection of specimens; Nutritional support; Tracheal suctioning; Colostomy care; Clinical reminders with appropriated consults and alerts as indicated. Assists with minor procedures, including obtaining and arranging necessary equipment, positioning patient, ensuring comfort and privacy. Monitors patient during the procedure. Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures. Recognize urgent and emergent patient care situation, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed. Establish constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes, and to promote positive relationships, communication and socialization skills. Records and reports according to MEDVAMC policy, pertinent clinical observation changes in the medical record. Appropriately seeks assistance and guidance by informing the RN Care Manager/charge nurse or medical provider of changes in the patient's condition requiring higher level intervention. Documents clinical reminders and other activities (i.e.: telephone calls) accurately using appropriate templates, diagnosis, and procedure codes. Interacts and communicates effectively with patient/family/significant others, multidisciplinary team members, and immediate staff co-workers. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00175F, 00176F, 00177F, 00178F Recruitment Incentive: Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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 VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

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