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The Primary Purpose of the Position is: The LVN performs assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care - positive customer service and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the Veteran.
Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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 (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
Exceptions include: (1) 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
(2) VHA employees who were converted to appointments under 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) in implementation of Public Law 98-160 - enacted November 21 - 1983 - and for VHA employees converted to appointments under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law 99-576 - enacted October 28 - 1986
and for their future personnel actions under this authority
The waiver will not apply to persons appointed under 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) or 7405 after these conversions
(3) Individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school
See paragraph 4 - section C
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 in accordance with the provisions in chapter 3 - section B - paragraph 16 of this part
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated in section A - the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade
The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade
GS-3 None beyond the basic requirements
LPNs at this grade level are expected to perform all duties within the scope of their license (e.g. - medication administration)
however - completed work may require routine or detailed higher level review depending upon the complexity of the duties involved
GS-4 Employees may be appointed at or advanced to GS-4 if they meet any of the criteria in paragraphs 3b(2)(a) through (c) below: (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
(d) LPNs at the GS-4 grade level perform all duties expected of employees at the GS-3 grade level
however - they are expected to exercise greater judgment - require less supervision - and to operate in accordance with all established policies - procedure - and techniques
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 (NAs)/Health Technicians (HTs) 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 in an appropriate manner with patients - family members - professional and other 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 (RN) or physician (MD/DO) 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
Continued in Additional Information
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Duties
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: 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 or medical provider 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 LVN/LPN recognizes and considers emotional - cultural - spiritual - socio-economic - and age-related factors
Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral - topical - subcutaneous - and intramuscular) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures
Observes physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medications/treatments
Promptly and accurately documents noted changes and reports deviations from normal to RN and/or a provider
Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent and emergent patient care situations - seek assistance of the RN and/or provider 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 promote positive relationships and communication
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 LVN/LPNs or Nursing Assistants (NAs)/Health Technicians (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
Collaborate with the PACT team throughout the day for appropriateness and conformity of team's expectations
Needs only a general review by an RN for technical soundness - appropriateness and conformity with policy and nursing assignments
Additional duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:45 am to 4:15 pm - may be required to work other shifts - be on call - work weekends and/or holidays as patient care and needs of the service require
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: 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
Child Care Subsidy: 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 $416.66
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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 (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
Exceptions include: (1) 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
(2) VHA employees who were converted to appointments under 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) in implementation of Public Law 98-160 - enacted November 21 - 1983 - and for VHA employees converted to appointments under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law 99-576 - enacted October 28 - 1986
and for their future personnel actions under this authority
The waiver will not apply to persons appointed under 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) or 7405 after these conversions
(3) Individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school
See paragraph 4 - section C
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 in accordance with the provisions in chapter 3 - section B - paragraph 16 of this part
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated in section A - the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade
The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade
GS-3 None beyond the basic requirements
LPNs at this grade level are expected to perform all duties within the scope of their license (e.g. - medication administration)
however - completed work may require routine or detailed higher level review depending upon the complexity of the duties involved
GS-4 Employees may be appointed at or advanced to GS-4 if they meet any of the criteria in paragraphs 3b(2)(a) through (c) below: (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
(d) LPNs at the GS-4 grade level perform all duties expected of employees at the GS-3 grade level
however - they are expected to exercise greater judgment - require less supervision - and to operate in accordance with all established policies - procedure - and techniques
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 (NAs)/Health Technicians (HTs) 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 in an appropriate manner with patients - family members - professional and other 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 (RN) or physician (MD/DO) 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
Continued in Additional Information
.
Duties
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: 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 or medical provider 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 LVN/LPN recognizes and considers emotional - cultural - spiritual - socio-economic - and age-related factors
Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral - topical - subcutaneous - and intramuscular) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures
Observes physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medications/treatments
Promptly and accurately documents noted changes and reports deviations from normal to RN and/or a provider
Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent and emergent patient care situations - seek assistance of the RN and/or provider 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 promote positive relationships and communication
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 LVN/LPNs or Nursing Assistants (NAs)/Health Technicians (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
Collaborate with the PACT team throughout the day for appropriateness and conformity of team's expectations
Needs only a general review by an RN for technical soundness - appropriateness and conformity with policy and nursing assignments
Additional duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:45 am to 4:15 pm - may be required to work other shifts - be on call - work weekends and/or holidays as patient care and needs of the service require
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: 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
Child Care Subsidy: 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 $416.66
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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