LVN -TCT
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is at the momment seeking for LVN -TCT right now, this occupation will be presented in Texas. Detailed specification about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN)
943104
OUR MISSION:
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and! his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
The VA
Outpatient Clinic in Lubbock Texas is recruiting for an LVN.
The LVN is a member of the
outpatient nursing team and provides support to telehealth.
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to
http://www.vacareers.va.gov/
Note:
The full performance level of this va! cancy is GS 6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS 3 to GS 6. The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidateÂ's education and experience and recommend the grade and step at which the candidate will be placed. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
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.
Relocation Expenses:
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
This position is in the bargaining unit.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Must pass pre-employment examination
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required
Background and-or Security Investigation required
DUTI! ES:
The LVN
is technically proficient and self-directed in initiating, performing, and
completing practical nursing care assignments to acutely and chronically ill
medical patients whose nursing care needs are managed in a clinic setting and
for the purposes of telehealth to include Care Coordination Store and Forward
(CCSF), and Clinical Video Teleconferencing (CVT).
The LVN is a member of the outpatient
nursing team and may perform telehealth clinical technician duties in a
location separate from primary care when involved with telehealth.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship. Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
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 Commiss! ion (NLNAC) at the time the
proram was completed by the applicant O! R has health care education in the
military service which is accepted by the licensing body in the jurisdiction in
which licensed and is qualifying for full LPN/LVN licensure OR has a license
granted by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved
school
possess a current, full, active and unrestricted
licensure as a licensed practical or vocational nurse in a State, Territory, or
Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the U.S. or in the District of Columbia
proficient in spoken and written English (LVN/LPNs
appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and
written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d)).
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
GRADE DETERMINATIONS: (Actual grade will be based upon the qualifications of the selected candidate and the VA qualification st! andards.) These are the VA qualification standards:
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1) 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.
(2) GS-4. Employees may be appointed at or advanced to GS-4 if they meet any of the criteria 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.
(3) 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 appropri! ate 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 patientÂ's response to medication administered and the reporting of any noted change in patientÂ'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 pe! rsonnel 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.
(4) 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 patientsÂ' 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 gener! al 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 patientÂ'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 patientÂ'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 app! ropriate emergency interventions as directed. (g) Knowledge and underst! anding 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. (h) Establishes constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes, and to promote positive relationships, communication and socialization skills. 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. (i) 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 patientÂ's condition before, during, and following the procedure. Serves 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. (j) Actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills, sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice.
References:
VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G2, Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standard
PLEASE NOTE:
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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Depar! tment of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the followin! g website:
http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. 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.
Physical Requirements:
The position involves standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and turning.
It requires assisting with moving/transferring patients to and from wheelchairs.
The work may involve pushing or lifting weight in excess of 50 pounds.
The position requires visual and auditory acuity at a level to provide safe and effective nursing care and the ability to appropriately intervene with upset or out of control patients.
The work may involve exposure to biohazardous materials (personal protective equipment is provided).
Veteran! s' Preference:
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.
Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. For more information, please review the information for disabled Veterans in the application
checklist
or visit
http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Er! rors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
! BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at
http://www.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp
.
OTHER INFORMATION:
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please give us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of Veterans Affairs.
Interested on this occupation, just click on the Apply button, you will be redirected to the official website
This occupation starts available on: Thu, 15 Aug 2013 07:53:45 GMT
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