The Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) performs assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, outstanding customer service, and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the veteran. The LPN/LVN performs within this functional statement under guidance of the Nurse Manager or designee.
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. English Language Proficiency: LPNs/LVNs 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). Education: Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the NLNAC at the time the program was completed by the applicant. Verification can be obtained from the State approving agency or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006. Additional information may also be obtained from the NLNAC 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. An LPN/LVN who has or has ever had, any license(s) revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only IAW the provisions in chapter 3, section B, paragraph 16 of this part. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: GS-6: Experience: 1 year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent. Demonstrated KSAs: In addition to the experience and/or education above, must demonstrate all of the following: 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; 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 for appropriateness and conformity with established policies/procedures. Able to observe, identify and respond to patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education. In organizing and delivering care, recognizes and considers emotional, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and age-related factors. Prepare and administer prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and perform treatments according to established policies/procedures. Observe 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. Establish constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes, and to promote positive relationships, communication and socialization skills. Foster an environment of respect for individual patient and family rights to privacy and dignity in all aspects of care delivery. Effectively incorporate 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 after the procedure. Serve 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 seek out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills, sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice. Preferred Experience: GYN experience Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-6.
The LPN performs, reports, and documents assigned nursing care in the Specialty Care team including but not limited to: Provides patient and family health education, to include self-management, prevention and wellness. Interacts and communicate appropriately with patients and family members. Adheres to principles of infection control, safety, and universal precautions. Incumbent possess knowledge of proper handling and precleaning of reusable medical equipment. Demonstrates competence using specialized equipment needed to perform job duties. Demonstrates initiatives in assisting the core and expanded teams. Assist in the orientation and competency validation of students, peers, and clerical staff. Maintains confidentiality of electronic, written, and/ or verbal patient information. Maintains a work environment that honors diversity. Adheres to standards of practice and safe technique in administration of medication. Delegated procedures and treatments: EKG, phlebotomy (if applicable). Schedules appointment management in collaboration with RN and PCP. Assists when necessary obtaining information from unscheduled patient. Telephone triage as necessary in collaboration with RN and PCP. Demonstrates understanding of age-and population-specific characteristics. Promptly recognizes urgent or emergence patient care situations, seeks assistance and effectively intervenes as directed when appropriate action, to include self-management, prevention and wellness. Interacts and communicate appropriately with patients and family members. Adheres to principles of infection control, safety, and universal precautions. Incumbent possess knowledge of proper handling and pre-cleaning of reusable medical equipment. Demonstrates competence using specialized equipment needed to perform job duties. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 93296-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized