Practical Nurse

Summary

The LPN, Primary Care GS-7 is under the supervision of the Nurse Manager Ambulatory Care at Southern Nevada Healthcare System VA (Southeast Primary Care Clinic).This job will close when we have received 50 applications, which may be sooner than the closing date.

Duties

Summary The LPN GS-7 must demonstrate an exceptional degree of practical nursing knowledge and skills necessary for concentrated effort and self-direction in carrying out the most complex practical nursing care assignments within the Primary Care Clinics for a Veteran population with a variety of health care needs. Exhibits independent technical judgment, critical thinking skills, and the use of independent judgment to carry out complex practices and procedures. Employees at the GS-7 grade level demonstrate broader skill with respect to these responsibilities. Demonstrates knowledge, experience, skill and self-motivation to carry out complex patient assignments, which include prioritization and coordination of clinical activities with minimal supervision. Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: The LPN performs, reports, and records assigned nursing care, including, but not limited to: Oxygen therapy, Clinical reminders with appropriate consults and alerts as indicated, Check expiration dates of meds and supplies. Delegated procedures and treatments Assists with minor procedures, including obtaining and arranging necessary equipment, positioning patient, ensuring comfort and privacy. Monitors patient during the procedure. Adheres to standards of practice and safe technique in preparation and administration of medication, vaccinations, and skin tests. Appropriate documents in the medical record. Demonstrates understanding of age- and population-specific characteristics that affect the health care needs of the Veteran. Based on the patient's goals, provides patient and family health education, to include self-management, prevention, and wellness. Adheres to principles of infection control, safety, and universal precautions. Demonstrates competence utilizing special equipment needed to perform job duties. Obtains electrocardiograms on patients as assigned reporting readings to the Registered Nurse and/or provider according to unit level procedures. Completes finger stick blood glucose testing on patients as appropriate and other point of care testing and completes mandatory competency reviews. Follows policy and procedures related to fire and disaster drills, safety and security measures. Maintains confidentiality of electronic, written, and/or verbal patient information. Protects patient and family rights. Completes clinical competency reviews and mandatory reviews as scheduled. Supports patient-driven care in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Promotes patient and personnel safety by recognizing and reporting potential risk factors in the clinical environment. Implement plan of care for patients considering physical, emotional, and social factors. Contributes to the assessment and reassessment of patients, and documents relevant information in the medical record. Reports significant changes in patient's condition to the Registered Nurse and/or provider. 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 Takes secure electronic messages and telephone messages, as assigned, and resolves or forwards them to the appropriate personnel. Responds directly to messages within scope and level of knowledge. Able to differentiate between those complex problems that require assistance of the Registered Nurse or provider and obtain appropriate guidance. Demonstrates adherence to and competence of Nursing Standard Operating Procedures, VASNHS Medical Center Memoranda, and National Directives. Must be proficient and demonstrate competency and the ability to either set up or reprocess Reusable Medical Equipment as applicable for all equipment for which he/she has been trained. Use initiative in completing nursing assignments. Assisting others as time permits in the completion of their duties. Use of the computer system in accordance with VASNHS policies. Participates in VASNHS sponsored continuing education programs. Participates in unit-based quality improvement monitors. Establishes constructive relationships with employees and co-workers to promote interaction and communication. Contributes to the interdisciplinary team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's treatment plan. Preferred Experience: 1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse Lead 3-5 years of experience as an LPN Experience in an outpatient ambulatory care setting Strong background in fast-paced outpatient clinical environments Work Schedule: Monday through Friday Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 593-08697F Location: SEC PCC Clinic, 1020 South Boulder Hwy, Henderson, NV 89015 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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. 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. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. 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. Exceptions include 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 OR granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school AND have at least one year of successful practice as an LPN/ LVN. Licensure - Active, full, current and unrestricted licensure as a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico), of the United States or the District of Columbia. Grade Determination: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met. The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade. GS-07: The GS-07 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. Completion of at least one (1) year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-06 level or equivalent, fully meeting all of the performance requirements for the GS-06 LPN/LVN. The following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) must be met: Knowledge and skills necessary to care out more specialized patient care duties, including assignments in more complex inpatient and/or outpatient care settings. Ability to assist RN and/or MD/DO to appropriately prioritize overall patient care needs and adjust plans for care delivery making astute observations of subtle, less obvious changes (both physical and emotional) in patient's conditions and taking the appropriate action. Ability to proactively assist the RN or MD/OD in addressing patient's needs for medication/treatments, accurately administering prescribed medications/treatments and appropria