Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Veterans Health Administration Full time
Summary Relocation/Recruitment Incentive: May be Authorized Eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Must meet individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit EDRP application within 4 months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications 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
  • 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 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
  • Individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school
  • 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
  • English Language Proficiency
  • Licensed practical or vocational nurses appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C
  • 7402(d), and 7407(d)
Grade Determinations: GS-3
  • None beyond the basic requirements
  • GS-4
Experience: (a) Six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN
  • OR (b) 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 (c) Graduation from an approved school of at least 24 months duration
  • GS-5 (a) Completion of at least 1 year of qualifying experience at the GS-4 level or equivalent
  • (b) 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 /Health Technicians 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
  • (c) Demonstrated ability to serve as a responsible member of the nursing team and interact with patients, family members, professional and supportive personnel involved in the delivery of patient care, incorporating acceptable, established customer service standards into practice
  • (d) 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
  • (e) 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
  • (f) Recognizes and appropriately responds to breakage/malfunction or loss of equipment, safety hazards, and supply deficiencies, promptly reporting to appropriate personnel for corrective action
  • (g) 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-6 (a) 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
  • (b) Technically proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations
  • (c) 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 or physician for appropriateness and conformity with established policies/procedures
  • (d) 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
  • (e) 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
  • (f) 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
  • (g) 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
  • (h) 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
  • (i) 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
  • (j) Actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills, sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice
Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 pounds and over); straight pulling (6 hours); pushing (2 hours); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers; both hands required; walking (6 hours); standing (2 hours); repeated bending (6 hours); both legs required; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); Visual acuity 20/30 corrected Environmental Factors: working with hands in water; working closely with others
Duties "The Community Living Center provides inpatient Veteran/resident care for Veterans with acute and chronic health conditions with diverse culture and religious/gender orientation. Veterans may need dementia, rehabilitation, long term, palliative and/or hospice care.

Practical Nurse (CLC) duties include but are not limited to: Delivers care to patients in a respectful non-judgmental manner and according to Patient Care Plan Demonstrates understanding of age - and population - specific characteristics that affect the health care needs of the veteran.

Performs aspects of admission /discharge procedures as directed Collects patient data including observations of patient status (i.e.
vital signs, intake/output, skin condition, mental status, etc.). Accurately reports patient/client information. Recognizes subtle and significant changes in the patient in response to nursing care. Promptly recognizes urgent or emergent patient care situations, seeks assistance and effectively intervenes as directed when appropriate. Communicates changes in patient condition/response to nursing care. Work Schedule: CLC Seattle: 8 hours shifts available: Day Shift , Evening shift , and Night Shift , 12 hour (+ one 8 hour shift) shifts available: and to be determined by managers upon hire, based on needs of the unit. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00000 Relocation/ Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized EDRP Authorized: Please Contact for questions/assistance. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"

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