LPN/LVN - EDRP Eligible LTC Care Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Dallas (TX); In loco; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

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EDRP

Descrizione del lavoro

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs North Texas Health Care System in Dallas is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide care in a structured hospital setting.

You will perform a full range of nursing duties under RN/MD supervision, administer medications, and participate in patient education and safety initiatives. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS include a state-licensed LPN/LVN, English proficiency, and graduation from an approved nursing program.

Competenze

• US citizenship required; non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited
• English language proficiency required
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or LVN with current state licensure
• Graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program, NLNAC accredited
• Experience thresholds and grade level requirements described for GS-03 to GS-06
• Ability to provide full range of practical nursing care and education to patients and families

Mansioni

• Obtain and document vital signs, neurological checks, circulatory assessments, and intake/output
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to RN or provider
• Administer medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, IV as allowed)
• Document all care activities in CPRS and report deviations
• Provide patient and family education on medications, care plans, and safety
• Serve as preceptor to less experienced LPNs/LVNs or nursing assistants
• Collaborate with RN/MD to orient/train staff and deliver patient care

Conoscenze

English proficiency

Nursing care

Vital signs

Documentation

Emergency care

Precepting/mentoring

Team collaboration

Patient education

Formazione

LPN/LVN program

Nursing licensure

Strumenti

CPRS

Descrizione del lavoro

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs North Texas Health Care System in Dallas is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide care in a structured hospital setting.

You will perform a full range of nursing duties under RN/MD supervision, administer medications, and participate in patient education and safety initiatives. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS include a state-licensed LPN/LVN, English proficiency, and graduation from an approved nursing program.