Licensed Practical Nurse

SummaryThe LPN/LVN promotes quality health care - exceptional customer service - and a supportive environment dedicated to serving veterans. Responsibilities include observing - recording - and reporting patient condition changes; assisting in developing and revising patient-centered care plans; and collaborating with the interdisciplinary and expanded care teams to ensure coordinated - holistic - and effective patient care at the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System.QualificationsApplicants 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 RequirementsUnited States CitizenshipNon-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA PolicyEnglish Language ProficiencyIn accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken EnglishEducationGraduate 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 applicantExceptions include: 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 employmentOR Current GS-0620 LPN/LVN employee of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) who was converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) in implementation of Public Law 98-160 - enacted November 21 - 1983 - or who was converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law 99-576 - enacted October 28 - 1986OR Individual granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved schoolLicensureActive - full - current and unrestricted licensure as a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) - of the United States or the District of ColumbiaGrade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above - the following qualification criteria must be met for each gradeThe candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the gradeGS-03 None beyond the basic requirementsLPNs at this grade level are expected to perform all duties within the scope of their license (e.g. - medication administration)however - completed work may require routine or detailed higher level review depending upon the complexity of the duties involvedGS-04 - Employees may be appointed at or advanced to GS-4 if they meet any of the criteria below: Six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVNOR Graduation from an approved school (which may be waived as provided in paragraph 4 of Section C) and one year of experience that involved nursing care work in a hospital - outpatient clinic - nursing home - or other supervised medical - nursing - or patient care facility that provided a practical knowledge of human body structure and sterile techniques and proceduresOR Graduation from an approved school of at least 24 months durationFor the GS-4 grade level perform all duties expected of employees at the GS-3 grade levelhowever - they are expected to exercise greater judgment - require less supervision - and to operate in accordance with all established policies - procedure - and techniquesGS-05 Completion of at least one (1) year of qualifying experience at the GS-4 level or equivalentIn addition - the candidate must demonstrate the required grade level KSA's as outlined in the AssessmentGS-06 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/LVNIn addition - the candidate must demonstrate the required grade level KSA's as outlined in the AssessmentReference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-06The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-03 to GS-06Physical Requirements: This position requires significant physical activity - including standing - walking - stooping - bending - reaching - lifting - and turningDuties involve restraining - repositioning - and transferring patients - using mechanical devices for heavy or difficult lifts - and transporting patients to other areasThe work may require lifting over 50 pounds and climbing stairsExposure to infected patients and contaminated materials is possible - necessitating protective clothing in certain situationsEssential skills include visual acuity - good hearing - clear speech - manual dexterity - and the ability to work with arms above shoulder level and control physical situations.DutiesVA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a VA Career: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Provides direct - high-quality nursing care within LPN/LVN scope for diverse veteran populationsDemonstrates technical proficiency in assigned duties - including patient monitoring - documentation - and use of required computer systemsAccurately observes - records - and reports changes in conditionrecognizes and responds to deviationsUtilizes aseptic technique - universal precautions - and infection control standardsAssists with diagnostic procedures and specialized treatmentsprepares and maintains instruments and equipmentProvides support with activities of daily living (bathing - feeding - hygiene - mobility)Records vital signs - intake/output - pain scores - and neurological checksCollects and processes lab specimensmonitors patients receiving blood products or with chest tubesPromotes safety and therapeutic environment for all patients - including those with behavioral challengesDemonstrates teamwork - professionalism - and positive interactions with patients - families - and colleaguesCompletes clinical reminders - encounters - and documentation in a timely mannerAdheres to infection control and safe patient handling policiespractices safe body mechanicsReports and documents significant patient information - contributing to plan of care updatesPerforms treatments and reusable medical equipment reprocessing per policyMaintains a safe - therapeutic environment and applies knowledge of emergency proceduresRecognizes urgent or emergent situationsseeks RN/MD/DO guidance and initiates interventionsProvides appropriate care for patients at high risk (falls - restraints - EOD - suicidal ideation)Ensures compliance with safety rules - body mechanics - and mechanical aids to prevent injuryAdheres to Safe Patient Handling - service line - and nursing program policiesDemonstrates self-directed safety practices and continuous vigilanceAdministers medications safely - following the six rights of administrationPrepares and administers oral - topical - subcutaneous - intramuscular - IV - and rectal medicationsPerforms venipuncture - line care - dressing changes - and tubing maintenance per competencyMonitors for adverse reactions and reports deviations promptlyAssists with PCA pumps and blood product monitoringEducates patients on prescribed medications and complianceAligns practice with VA mission - vision - and goalsEngages in self-assessment and communicates development needs to the Nurse ManagerPursues education to enhance clinical knowledgeshares learning with peersCompletes all TMS - competencies - and mandatory training on scheduleParticipates in in-services - huddles - and performance improvement activitiesSupports infection control and contributes to staff education effortsAssists in orienting and mentoring new LPN/LVNs or support staffPromotes VA values through courteous - respectful - and professional conductParticipates in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and contributes to care planningBuilds constructive relationships with veterans - families - and staff to support positive outcomesEncourages patient participation - independence - and engagement in careIncorporates patient rights and customer service standards into all interactionsActively supports process improvement and committee participationProvides and develops educational materials for veterans - families - and caregiversPerform other duties as assigned depending on grade levelWork Schedule: Monday-Friday - 7:30am-4:00pm or 8:00am-4:30pm 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)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experienceParental 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 childChild 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 $416.66Retirement: 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 positionFunctional Statement #: 635-54518-A - 635-54519-A - 635-54520-A - 635-54521-A