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VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Applicants not currently employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs need to apply under announcement number VHA-671-18-LP-2019986-BU.
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10/20/2017 to 11/13/2017
$36,363 - $66,189 per year
GS 00
2 vacancies in the following location:
Not required
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Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
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VHA-671-18-LP-2019979-BU
482526300
DUTIES: Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse applies the principles of advanced clinic access and Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT). The Licensed Vocational Nurse works closely with the interdisciplinary team and performs the following functions in a clinic setting: completion of clinical reminders and health screenings, medication administration and immunizations; pre-appointment calls, patient education, phlebotomy, EKGs, checking vital signs, electronic documentation, secure messaging and duties as assigned. The Licensed Vocational Nurse is organizationally responsible to the Clinical Nurse Manager of the Clinic. In collaboration with registered nurses and/or physicians, provides a broad range of direct age- specific patient care activities and supportive services to selected acute care, long term, ambulatory care or psychiatric patients requiring complex, specialized care, as identified in age-specific competencies. Demonstrates knowledge of changes associated with aging and principles of growth and development, relevant to the adult and geriatric age groups. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret data about the patient's status; the ability to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care based upon the age-related factors noted. Is technically proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to appropriately carry out assigned patient care based on patients' conditions, including ability to observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education. Demonstrates 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. 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. Recognizes subtle deviations from normal inpatient and/or outpatient conditions. Assesses risk for potential problems related to specific diagnosis and treatment. Assesses patients for evidence of elder abuse and follows correct reporting procedures. Assesses basic learning needs of patients and families with preventive health and/or discharge as a goal. Modifies communication/patient education to accommodate hearing, visual and cognitive impairments.
*Schedule Tour: 8:00am-4:30pm (Tour of duty and duty station may change due to patient care needs)
*Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.
Physical Requirements: Moderate Lifting (15-44 lbs); Moderate Carrying (15-44 lbs); Straight Pulling (4-6 hours); Pulling hand over hand (4-6 hours); Pushing (4-6 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (4 hours); Standing (2 hours); Kneeling (2 hours); Repeated bending (2 hours); Climbing, legs only (2 hours); Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing (aid permitted); Sitting (8 hours per day); Simple Grasping (2-4 hours per day); Fine Manipulation (4-6 hours, includes keyboarding per day); Twisting (4-6 hours per day); Mental and Emotional Stability.
Basic Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may 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. 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 NLAC Website (http://www.acenursing.org/). 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.
· Individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school (One year of successful practice is required).
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 as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
GRADE DETERMINATIONS:
In addition to the basic requirements stated above, 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. (LVNs at this grade level are expected to perform all duties within the scope of their license; however, completed work may require routine or detailed higher level review depending upon the complexity of the duties involved.
GS-4.
· 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.
LVNs 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, procedures, and techniques.
GS-5.
· Completion of at least 1 year of qualifying experience at the GS-4 level or equivalent.
GS-6.
· Completion of at least 1 year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent, fully meeting all performance requirements for the GS-5 LPN/LVN.
Preferred Experience:
*Proficient Computer Skills
*Excellent Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills
*Knowledge of Patient Aligned Care Team goals
*Team Player
References: Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standard, VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Appendix G13 (http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/Directives-Handbooks/Documents/5005.pdf)
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
NOTE: The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will recommend the grade and salary for new appointments.
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
·Other (VA Form 10-2850c, Application for Associated Health Occupations)
·SF-50
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
to make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, etc. You will not be contacted for additional information.
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents: You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. If you are unable to apply online or unable to upload your supporting documents to your online application, follow the directions located at the following site: Fax Options. The Vacancy ID of the job opportunity announcement is 2019979.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203-FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the View Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, November 13, 2017 to receive consideration.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/482526300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 2019979
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