Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago


Hickory, North Carolina, United States Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at the Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and contributing to the success of our healthcare team.

Responsibilities
  • Administer medication accurately and promptly under the general supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the Recovery Model and mental health environment of care.
  • Record and report patient observations and treatments accurately.
  • Participate in Treatment Team meetings and maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment.
  • Prevent injury to self and others by complying with established safety procedures.
Requirements
  • 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).
  • 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 both spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
Preferred Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of experience as LPN.
  • 1-2 years of experience as LPN in outpatient mental health setting.
  • Working knowledge of psychiatric nursing and mental health clinic workload and flow.
Work Schedule

7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Recruitment Incentive

May be eligible for highly qualified applicants

EDRP Authorized

Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Mr. Onnie Green, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.

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Competitive salary and regular salary increases

37-50 days of annual paid time off per year (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

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

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 $

Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Ad-hoc Requirements

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
  • Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period.
  • Subject to background/security investigation.
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
  • Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.


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