Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bartlesville (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Bartlesville, Oklahoma is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support ambulatory care services within the VA Eastern Oklahoma Health Care System.

The role involves medication administration, direct patient care, and collaboration with RNs and physicians to ensure quality veteran care. The LPN/LVN must hold an active, unrestricted license and meet all basic requirements, including English proficiency and US citizenship per VA standards.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required; non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Active unrestricted licensure as LPN/LVN in the US or DC
• Graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program (NLNAC accreditation timeframe)
• Any applicable licensure exceptions per military service or JV licensing provisions
• At GS-03 to GS-06 levels as described for nursing grades

Responsibilities

• Administers medications accurately under supervision
• Provides nursing care to veterans in ambulatory setting
• Records and reports patient observations and changes to RN/MD
• Maintains safe, clean, therapeutic care environment
• Precepts and assists in orientation of less experienced staff in practice standards

Education

Graduation from a school of practical or vocational nursing

Active, unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in US/state

Job description

Summary

The VA Eastern Oklahoma Health Care System - Nursing - Ambulatory Care - is currently recruiting for one (1) Licensed Practical Nurse in Bartlesville - Oklahoma. Note: When applying - please be sure to update your resume to include the following next to each job position: Job title and Duties - Month & year - start/end dated (e.g. June 2020 to April 2021) - Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) - and Series and Grade - if applicable.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• US Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens
• English Language
• No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
• 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
• Exceptions 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 employment
• OR 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 - 1986
• OR Individual granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school
• Licensure - Active - 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 US or the District of Columbia
• Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements - the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade
• GS-03 - None beyond the basic requirements
• LPNs 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 involved
• GS-04 - Six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN
• OR 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 procedures
• OR Graduation from an approved school of at least 24 months duration
• GS-05 - Completion of at least 1 year of qualifying experience at the GS-4 level or equivalent
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems
• Works with the RN and/or MD/DO to appropriately orient/train less experienced LPNs/LVNs and/or Nursing Assistants (NAs)/Health Technicians (HTs) in relation to acceptable standards of practice in promoting optimal patient care delivery
• Provides effective education to patients and/or family members in relation to common disease processes - medication - and /or prescribed treatment regimes
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a responsible member of the nursing team and interact in an appropriate manner with patients - family members - professional and other supportive personnel involved in the delivery of patient care - incorporating acceptable - established customer service standards into practice
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to prepare - administer - and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribed oral - topical - subcutaneous - intramuscular - and/or intravenous medications as permitted by approved local facility policies and procedures
• Observation and documentation will include patient's response to medication administered and the reporting of any noted change in patient's condition to RN or MD/DO
• Knowledge and ability to recognize the need for and to institute emergency measures when indicated - promptly seek the assistance of the RN or MD/DO and assist in resuscitation procedures in cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest
• Recognizes and appropriately responds to breakage/malfunction or loss of equipment - safety hazards - and supply deficiencies - promptly reporting to appropriate personnel for corrective action
• Completed work is under the general supervision of an RN or MD/DO
• Individuals at this grade level are expected to have a broad working knowledge of practical nursing procedures
• However - completion of more complex practices or procedures may be subject to closer higher-level review
• GS-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/LVN
• 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 a 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 - 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
• Actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills - sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice
• Preferred Experience: Phlebotomy experience in venipuncture and specimen handling
• Reference: Please visit https://department.va.gov/employees/va-qualifications-standards/ The FPL of this vacancy is GS-06
• The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-03 to GS-06
• Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019

Duties

• VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical/License 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
• INFORMATION SECURITY: The employee protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with the provisions of the privacy act of 1974 and other applicable laws - federal regulations - VA statutes and policy - and VHA policy
• He/she protects the data from unauthorized release or from loss - alteration - or unauthorized deletion
• He/she follows applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files - release of access codes - etc. - as described in the computer use agreement the employee has signed
• CUSTOMER SERVICE: The incumbent practices good customer service in all work activities
• Must be poised and articulate in communicating with people of varied educational levels and varied ethnic backgrounds
• Makes caring for the veteran his/her priority while in the work setting and demonstrates customer service principles in all aspects of work
• The incumbent is willing to work cooperatively as a member of a team in all assignments
• Major Responsibilities and Duties
• Functions of Assigned Duties: (must be unit specific to the area assigned) Nursing Practice/Technical Competence 1
• Administers medications accurately and promptly under the general supervision of a registered nurse
• 2
• Demonstrates understanding of the effects and/or reactions caused by medications - treatments - and procedures
• Records and reports these observations
• 3
• Performs personal care - diagnostic support - duties - and treatments according to procedures under the direction of the professional nurse in a timely manner
• 4
• Completes assignments in a timely manner with constructive utilization of remaining time
• Observation - Reporting and Documentation 1
• Identifies changes in patient's condition - both physical and emotional 2
• Participates in Primary Care Team Meetings Maintaining a Safe and Therapeutic Environment 1
• Maintains a safe - clean - therapeutic - environment and adheres to infection control guidelines
• 2
• Prevents injury to self and others by complying with established safety procedures and uses proper body mechanics and transfer techniques
• 3
• Participates in accomplishing unit maintenance tasks which include checking equipment to ensure that is functioning safely
• 4
• Practices proper technique during sterile procedures
• 5
• Demonstrates safe work habits - identifies - and immediately reports any unsafe conditions to the registered nurse
• 6
• Identifies any life-threatening environmental hazards immediately - takes appropriate action - and reports findings to the registered nurse
• Other duties as assigned for each pay grade
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m
• - 4:00 p.m
• Compressed/Flexible:Not authorized Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): 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 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 #53644-A - 53645-A - 53646-A - 53647-A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized