Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Robley Rex VA Healthcare System in Louisville seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Emergency Department. The role involves providing nursing care, assisting with procedures, and maintaining patient comfort. Candidates must be licensed and have relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Must have a current, unrestricted nursing license.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing care including vital signs and medication administration.
• Assist with minor procedures and maintain electronic records.

Skills

English

Patient Care

Education

Practical or Vocational Nursing Program

Job description

Summary

The Robley Rex VA Healthcare System in Louisville, Kentucky, is currently recruiting for a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Emergency Department.

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:

• United States Citizenship
• Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Language: Must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d)
• Education: Must be a graduate of a practical or vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate State accrediting agency and/or the National League for Nursing at the time the program was completed by the applicant
• Exceptions include military health care education and training accepted by the licensing body, VHA employees converted under specific laws, and individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school
• License: Must have a full, current, active, and unrestricted license as a licensed practical or vocational nurse in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the U.S., or District of Columbia

Grade Determinations:

• GS-3: None beyond basic requirements
• GS-4: Six months of qualifying experience or graduation from an approved school with relevant experience
• GS-5: One year of experience at GS-4 level or equivalent, with demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care
• GS-6: One additional year of experience at GS-5 level, proficient in providing care to diverse patient populations, and able to recognize urgent or emergent situations

Preferred Experience: Previous experience in acute care, ED, inpatient care, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and EKG.

For more information, visit VA Qualification Standards.

Duties

• Perform and document assigned nursing care, including vital signs, medication administration, and delegated procedures such as venipuncture, EKG, wound care, and more within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist with minor procedures, ensure patient comfort and privacy, and monitor during procedures.
• Maintain accurate electronic records and ensure rooms are stocked and ready for patient care.

Work Schedule

Six 12-hour shifts and one 8-hour shift per pay period. Telework is not available. This is not a virtual position.

Additional Information

Functional Statement #: 40170-F. Pay Schedule: VA73.