Licensed Practical Nurse

Summary Central Ohio VA Health Care System is seeking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), GS-7 in Primary Care (PC) duty location will be the Newark Community Based Outpatient clinic (CBOC) that provides skilled and individualized practical nursing care to all levels of patients including most complex patients who are acutely and/or chronically ill in the outpatient care setting. This is an internal job announcement. Learn more about this agency Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 04/16/2024 to 05/02/2024 Salary $66,751 - $86,778 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7 Help Location 4 vacancies in the following location: Newark, OH Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent - Work schedule Full-time - Service Excepted Promotion potential None Job family (Series) 0620 Practical Nurse Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability/Fitness Announcement number CBSR 24-MTH Control number Help This job is open to Internal to an agency Current federal employees of this agency. Clarification from the agency Open to current and permanent employees at the Chalmers P. Wylie Ambulatory Care Center and VA-staffed Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Grove City, Marion, Zanesville, Newark Ohio. Videos Help Duties PATIENT CARE: The PACT GS7 LPN provides nursing care to patients with chronic, acute, and terminal health problems, with minimal supervision of a registered nurse/provider. Performs the functions of the PACT GS7 LPN and in addition, is responsible for primary nursing care to an assigned group of selected patients and is responsible for the plan of action in carrying out patient care assignments. Implements basic and advanced LPN procedures as defined by policies and procedures of the Columbus ACC: Independently triages and prioritizes patient needs as emergent, urgent, or non-urgent in the clinic setting and modifies patient care/ treatment as needed. Will consult with provider or RN if they feel there is a decision outside of their scope of practice. Recognizes and applies data related to the physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cultural needs from patient, family, significant others, health care providers, and/or agencies in the community. Safely handles, prepares, administers and records medications and treatments in accordance with policy. Recognizes subtle abnormal signs and symptoms and/or changes in patients' condition and notifies the RN Care Manager (RNCM); promptly seeks the assistance of the RNCM or provider. Recognizes the need for and initiates action in emergencies, i.e., cardiac/respiratory arrest, seizures, and/or assaultive behavior. Knows how to therapeutically care for the mental health patient and provides appropriate intervention in the suicidal/homicidal patient. Based on the patient's goals, provides patient and family health education, and executes skills, such as motivational interviewing to promote patient self-management, prevention and wellness. Takes an active role in promoting healthy lifestyles to increase positive patient outcomes. Correctly performs nursing care procedures and performs support duties for complex and specialized practices. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Promotes an atmosphere of caring by practicing positive customer service techniques through effective interactions with patients, visitors, and other personnel. Establishes professional relationships, which are courteous and cooperative with veterans and co-workers; utilizes VA Core Values/ ICARE in the delivery and performance of care to veterans/families. Demonstrates complex communication and socialization skills that foster respect for patient/significant others rights to privacy and dignity in care delivery. Protects patient/family rights. Recognizes, reports, and participates in the resolution of ethical issues. The PACT GS7 LPN follows up on abnormal lab values with providers, meeting performance measures and evaluating team effectiveness in meeting performance measures. MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION: Has the 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 policy/procedure. The PACT GS7 LPN promptly and completely documents all pertinent data in appropriate Cerner EMHR template or reminder using correct note title and linking the documentation to the correct clinic appointment or consult. The PACT GS7 LPN demonstrates advanced knowledge and skill in preparation, administration, and documentation of commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous, intra-muscular permitted by facility policies and procedures. Provides patient/family education as appropriate on medication use including desired actions and adverse /allergic reactions. The PACT GS7 LPN safely handles, prepares, administers and records medications and treatments in accordance with policy; monitors and documents results appropriately in Cerner EMHR. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Compressed/Flexible:Not Authorized Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Help Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 evaluation. 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. Qualifications Basic Requirements: Citizenship: Citizen of the United States. Education: Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), previously known as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) at the time the program was completed by the applicant. Verification can be obtained from the State approving agency or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), previously known as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006. Additional information may also be obtained from the ACEN Website. 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 both spoken and written English. GS-7. The GS-7 grade level is for select, complex LPN/LVN positions, as established by each health care facility. To be advanced, employees must meet all of the following standards, provided the standard is part of their assignment. (a) Completion of at least one (1) year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-6 level or equivalent, fully meeting all of the performance requirements for the GS-6 LPN/LVN. (b) Knowledge and skills necessary to carry out more specialized patient care duties, including assignments in selected, more complex inpatient and/or outpatient care settings. Knowledge base promotes the incorporation of current patient care data in actively contributing to the development of the patient's overall health plan and in carrying out assigned nursing interventions. Positions at this grade level require broader knowledge and skills because supervision is more general and employees are expected to be involved to a greater degree in the development and modification of treatment plans. (c) Ability to assist RN and/or MD/DO to appropriately prioritize overall patient care needs and adjust plans for care delivery. Makes astute observations of subtle, less obvious changes, both physical and emotional, in patient's condition, and accurately and thoroughly documents care delivered and patient's response to care that could require immediate modification of the patient's care plan. Appropriately seeks assistance and guidance by informing RN or MD/DO of changes in patient's condition requiring higher-level intervention. At this grade level, the LPN/LVN is expected to participate to a greater degree in prioritizing, and, as appropriate, modifying patient care treatment. (d) Ability to proactively assist the RN or MD/DO in addressing patient's needs for medication/treatments, accurately administering prescribed medications/treatments according to established policies/procedures and appropriately recording administration and patient's response to medications/treatments received. (This may include restricted medication locally authorized for administration by employees at this grade level.) Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to readily recognize the more subtle signs and symptoms of potential or actual drug reactions . click apply for full job details