Licensed Practical Nurse Primary Care
Position
Summary:
The Orlando VA Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to help us care for our veteran patients visiting the Daytona Beach Outpatient Clinic's Primary Care Teams. The LPN will be responsible for performing complex and supportive nursing and medical tasks necessary for the care of patients during visits to our primary care clinics. Duties include gathering patient information, including clinical reminders in our computerized medical record; obtaining EKGs; medication administration; patient/family education; wound care; assisting with surgical and/or specialized procedures; and other assigned duties. This LPN will report directly to the Nurse Manager, Primary Care. Work Schedule:
Work days/hours will be flexible and may include weekend shifts with rotation as patient care needs require. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Position Requirements/
Qualifications:
US Citizenship required; Spoken and written English language required; Graduate of a school of Practical or Vocational Nursing, approved by the appropriate State Accrediting Agency and/or National League for Nursing at the time the program is completed; Current, full, active and unrestricted registration as a Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the US or in the District of Columbia; Demonstrated dependability for duty and flexibility in work assignments and hours in previous assignments. Preferred
Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year previous experience in PACT and/or outpatient primary care strongly preferred. Grade Determinations:
The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidate's education and experience and recommend the grade and salary at which the candidate will be placed. Qualifications and required KSA's (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) required to be appointed at each grade level are:
GS-03:
None beyond the basic requirements listed above. GS-04:
Six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN; OR Graduation from an approved school 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-04 level or equivalent and Demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems. GS-06:
Completion of at least one (1) year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-05 level or equivalent, fully meeting all performance requirements for the LPN/LVN. AND 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; Ability 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 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. 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. References:
VA Handbook 5005/3, Part II, Appendix G6, License Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standards dated 04/10/2003. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-06. Physical Requirements:
The LPN/LVN must be able to perform work that requires frequent walking, bending, lifting of 40 pounds or more, stooping, reaching, stretching, and similar activities supporting various weights. Other required activities include pushing carts, equipment, and wheelchairs. The LPN/LVN must be able to care for patients with medical and psychiatric illnesses and they must be able to care for patients who have a potential to be physically and verbally abusive. In addition, the LPN/LVN must have adequate hearing to be able to respond to various interactions over telecommunication systems, and must have good verbal and written communication skills. The LPN/LVN is subject to exposure to communicable diseases and biohazard materials. Observance of standard hand washing techniques and the use of applicable personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, gloves and protective clothing are required.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary:
The Orlando VA Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to help us care for our veteran patients visiting the Daytona Beach Outpatient Clinic's Primary Care Teams. The LPN will be responsible for performing complex and supportive nursing and medical tasks necessary for the care of patients during visits to our primary care clinics. Duties include gathering patient information, including clinical reminders in our computerized medical record; obtaining EKGs; medication administration; patient/family education; wound care; assisting with surgical and/or specialized procedures; and other assigned duties. This LPN will report directly to the Nurse Manager, Primary Care. Work Schedule:
Work days/hours will be flexible and may include weekend shifts with rotation as patient care needs require. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Position Requirements/
Qualifications:
US Citizenship required; Spoken and written English language required; Graduate of a school of Practical or Vocational Nursing, approved by the appropriate State Accrediting Agency and/or National League for Nursing at the time the program is completed; Current, full, active and unrestricted registration as a Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the US or in the District of Columbia; Demonstrated dependability for duty and flexibility in work assignments and hours in previous assignments. Preferred
Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year previous experience in PACT and/or outpatient primary care strongly preferred. Grade Determinations:
The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidate's education and experience and recommend the grade and salary at which the candidate will be placed. Qualifications and required KSA's (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) required to be appointed at each grade level are:
GS-03:
None beyond the basic requirements listed above. GS-04:
Six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN; OR Graduation from an approved school 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-04 level or equivalent and Demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems. GS-06:
Completion of at least one (1) year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-05 level or equivalent, fully meeting all performance requirements for the LPN/LVN. AND 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; Ability 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 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. 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. References:
VA Handbook 5005/3, Part II, Appendix G6, License Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standards dated 04/10/2003. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-06. Physical Requirements:
The LPN/LVN must be able to perform work that requires frequent walking, bending, lifting of 40 pounds or more, stooping, reaching, stretching, and similar activities supporting various weights. Other required activities include pushing carts, equipment, and wheelchairs. The LPN/LVN must be able to care for patients with medical and psychiatric illnesses and they must be able to care for patients who have a potential to be physically and verbally abusive. In addition, the LPN/LVN must have adequate hearing to be able to respond to various interactions over telecommunication systems, and must have good verbal and written communication skills. The LPN/LVN is subject to exposure to communicable diseases and biohazard materials. Observance of standard hand washing techniques and the use of applicable personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, gloves and protective clothing are required.
- Department:
0620 Practical Nurse - Salary Range:
$37,146 to $62,839 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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