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LPN-07 Community Living CenterDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview
##### Open & closing dates
09/04/2019 to 09/19/2019
##### Service
Excepted
##### Pay scale & grade
GS 00
##### Salary
$43,732 to $63,377 per year
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocation2 vacancies in the following location:-Fayetteville, NCRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThe GS-7 grade is for select, complex Licensed Practical Nurse
positions. Although the position is under the supervision of an RN,
employees i successfully and consistently exercise independent
technical judgment without the need for readily available
supervision, have comprehensive knowledge of complex practices.Work Schedule: Shifts 4:00 pm -12 midnight, 12 midnight - 8:00
am or 12hrs based on the need of the unit. This candidate must be
willing to share rotation of weekends and holidays.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities
GS-7 LPNs are accountable to Registered Nurses, Nurse Managers,
Chief Nurse, and Associate Director of Patient Care Services.
LPNs receive assignments fro Registered Nurse and are evaluated
based on direct patient care, medication administration/skills,
safety, customer service/service recovery communication and
documentation, education, and work habits.
The incumbent is expected to comply with all mandated annual
review requirements, rotate to clinical areas as assigned and take
responsibility for attending in-services and continuing education.
Responsible for gathering data and charting patient-related
information.
Responsible for accurately reporting and recording vital signs
and performing patient assessments.
Interprets mental and physical changes based on theoretical and
practical understanding of psychology, anatomy, and physiology.
Copes quickly and decisively with emergency situations and
unpredictable behavior.
Prepares and administers prescribed medications, oxygen and
inhalation therapy with emphasis on accuracy and safety. Assists the
RN with validation of medications as assigned.
Participates in nursing care conferences and in development of
nursing care plans. Demonstrates ability to use initiative and
resourcefulness in adapting the nursing care plan and treatment
plan, taking into consideration of each patient's developmental
stage progressing from young adult to geriatric.
Admits, transfers, discharges, patients on and off-station
utilizing appropriate safety devices and transport techniques.
Utilizes therapeutic one-on one, interpreting appropriately.
Positions, turns, holds, ambulates, and transfers patients in and
out of beds, wheelchairs on and off scales, lifts, stretchers,
utilizing proper body mechanics. Provides post-mortem care.
Communicates effectively with patients, families, and
professional staff. Assumes a positive person-to-person relationship
designed to motivate the patient to accept appropriate care, to
educate and obtain the cooperation of the patient's family in
helping him/her achieve emotional and social judgment.
Others duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: 8 or 12 hour shifts depending on the need of the
unit, shared rotation of weekends and holidays
Financial Disclosure Report: Not requiredTravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion Potential00
#### Job family (Series)
0620 Practical NurseSimilar jobs
Licensed Practical Nurses
Lpns
Lvns
Nurses, Licensed Practical
- RequirementsConditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after
12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to a background/security investigation
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online
onboarding process
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements
by the closing date of this announcement, Close Date.
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.Experience: 3-5 years of current LPN experience. 3-5 years of
long term care experience preferredGrade Determinations:
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 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-06(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.(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 patient'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.GS-7. The GS-7 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.(a) 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.References: VA Handbook 5005 reference and appropriate VA
Qualification StandardThe full performance level of this vacancy is GS-07. The actual
grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in
the range of GS-06 .EducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application
if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.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. For further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have
faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer
competitive status.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.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at
VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service members.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application.Physical Requirement: This position requires visual acuity, keen
hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. This
position requires potentially long periods of continued walking,
standing, stooping, sitting, bending, pulling, and pushing.
Transferring patients and objects may be required. Mechanical
inpatient lifts are provided. The incumbent may be exposed to
infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to
don protective clothing in isolation situations, operative/invasive
procedures, or home settings. The incumbent may occasionally be
exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium,
dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The incumbent must be a mature,
flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in
stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient
needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as
annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment. The
incumbent who provides care in home settings or other off-site
locations may be required to drive and/or ride in GSA-vehicles.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou 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, C.V., 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 review the selected candidate's education and experience and
recommend the grade and salary at which the candidate will be
placed. For internal selectees eligible for promotion, the board
will recommend grade and HR will determine step in accordance with
policy.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer
work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps,
AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredYesPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processCredentialing- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:ResumeVA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can
be found at:
http://www.va.gov/vaforms/searchaction.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search.The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all
documents required for your application, such as a copy of your
transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former
Federal employees), etc.Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible
Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or
for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must
provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and
character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are
currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or
discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to
your active duty service which reflects the dates of service,
character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and 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 Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.
Documentation is required to award preference. For more information
on Veterans' Preference, please visit
http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: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.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.- How to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this
position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The
complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on
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from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a
condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals
who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where
patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as
part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,
VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers
(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary
units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA
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and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to
receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a
face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationTerry HenryPhone910-488-2120EmailTERRY.HENRY@VA.GOVAddressFayetteville NC VA Medical Center
2300 Ramsey Street
Fayetteville, NC 28301
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