Practical Nurse - Fort Wayne

Summary · The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) 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/LV ...

Job description

Summary

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) 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.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements

a
Citizenship
Citizen of the United States
b
Education
Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or [accredited by] the National League for Nursing [Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)] at the time the program was completed by the applicant
Verification can be obtained from the State approving agency [or] the National League for Nursing [Accrediting Commission] - 61 Broadway - 33rd Floor - New York - NY 10006
[Additional information may also be obtained from the NLNAC Website

Exceptions include:
(1) Health care education in the military service or training in the military service which is accepted by the licensing body in the jurisdiction in which the individual is licensed as qualifying for full LPN/LVN licensure will be accepted as meeting the education requirements for VHA employment.(2) VHA employees who were converted to appointments under 38 U.S.C in implementation of Public Law enacted November and for VHA employees converted to appointments under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law enacted October
and for their future personnel actions under this authority
The waiver will not apply to persons appointed under 38 U.S.C or 7405 after these conversions.(3) Individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school
See paragraph - section C
c
Licensure
Full - active - current and unrestricted licensure as a licensed practical or vocational nurse in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) of the United States - or District of Columbia
An LPN[/LVN] who has or has ever had - any license(s) revoked - suspended - denied - restricted - limited - or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions in chapter - section B - paragraph 16 of this part
Grade Determination
In addition to the basic requirements stated in section A - the following qualification criteria must be met for Grade 6
The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade
GS-6. Completion of at least one (1) year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent - fully meeting all performance requirements for the GS-5 LPN/LVN
Along with meeting the requirement listed above - applicants must meet all of the following: Technically proficient in initiating - performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations
Knowledge and ability to appropriately carry out assigned patient care based on the patients' conditions
to use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments
and to accurately recognize - report and record relevant] patient information
Completed work should need only a general review by a registered nurse (RN) or physician (MD/ DO) for appropriateness and conformity with established policies/procedures
Ability to observe - identify and respond to the patient's needs for care - including medication - equipment-assisted care and patient/family education
In organizing and delivering care - the LPN/LVN recognizes and considers emotional - cultural - spiritual - socio-economic - and age-related factors
Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral - topical - subcutaneous - intramuscular and/or intravenous) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures
Observes for physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medications/treatments - promptly and accurately documenting noted changes - and reporting any deviations from normal to RN or MD/DO
Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations - seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO - and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed
Knowledge and understanding of human behavior - patient motivations and reactions to situations - and ability to appropriately utilize this knowledge in working effectively with patients - family members - and other staff
Establishes constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes - and to promote positive relationships - communication and socialization skills
Fosters an environment of respect for individual patient and family rights to privacy and dignity in all aspects of care delivery
Effectively incorporates knowledge and understanding of established customer service standards in all interactions with patients - family members - and/or other internal/external customers
Knowledge and skill in performing support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures - which include preparing the patient - assisting in the diagnostic examination - preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment - and monitoring the patient's condition before - during - and following the procedure
Serves as a preceptor in orienting - educating - and training less experienced LPNs/LVNs or NAs/HTs related to support duties for these more complex - specialized tests/procedures

References:
VA Handbook 5005/- Part II - Appendix G13 which can be located in the local Human Resources office

Physical Requirements:
Applicants must possess the ability to do the following: heavy lifting and carrying - 45 pounds and over
pulling - pushing and reaching above the shoulder
walking - standing - kneeling and repeated bending

Duties

The LPN has the knowledge and skills necessary for self-direction in carrying out simple to the most complex practical nursing care assignments for variable patient populations requiring skilled nursing care
The incumbent serves as a member of the health care team with selected patients and provides care to them on a regular and recurring basis
The LPN completes assigned duties and responsibilities which require a broad work experience
Recurring duties are carried out independently
The LPN recognizes the need for and seeks guidance when necessary to ensure quality patient care
In organizing the delivery of care - the LPN recognizes and considers emotional - cultural - spiritual - and age-related factors
The FLPN actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills - sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice

Major Duties: 1

Be technically proficient in initiating - performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations
2
Use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments
3
Uses knowledge to appropriately carry out assigned patient care - with only a general review by the RN for the appropriateness and conformity of the care with established policies and procedures
4
Provides direct nursing care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings
5
Demonstrating knowledge to provide a full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems
6
Demonstrating ability to serve as a responsible member of the health care team and interact with patients - significant others and co-workers
7
Documenting care provided - observations and responses on appropriate tools or forms
8
Observing changes in patient's condition (e.g
behavior shifts - mood changes - skin coloring - appetite - medication side effects etc.) 9
Assuring receipt of adequate nutritional intake either through observation - feeding or properly positioning and checking placement of feeding tube for the patient
VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: Total Rewards of a

Allied Health Professional Work Schedule:
Full time Monday-Friday Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Recruitment Incentive (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 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 $ 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.

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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 #:
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized