Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice/CLC

Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice/CLCDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview

##### Open & closing dates

10/17/2019 to 11/07/2019

##### Service

Excepted

##### Pay scale & grade

GS 00

##### Salary

$27,030 to $49,200 per year

##### Appointment type

Permanent

##### Work schedule

Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Clarksburg, WVRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryOUR 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. How would you like to become a part of a team

providing compassionate care to Veterans?Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesWork Schedule:

Evenings and Night shifts (1130 -2400, 1530-2400, 1930-0800 and

2400-0800) and float shift coverage, weekends and holidays, but

subject to change based on facility and service needs.Major Duties:An LPN on the Hospice/CLC (Community Living Center) must demonstrate

knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing

care to patients with a variety of complex physical and/or

behavioral problems.Ability to observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for

nursing interventions and recognizes the need to consider emotional,

spiritual, socio-economic and age related factors.

In collaboration with the RN, participate in the assessment,

planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing care that

expedites the patient's return to, or maintenance of, optimal

functioning.

Administers and documents medications.

Adheres to infection control guidelines in patient care including

use of PPE and accurate collection of specimens.

Assists/provides patients with bathing, toileting, feeding,

positioning, grooming and wound care, that promotes optimal level of

functioning.

Practices aseptic technique (i.e. trach and sterile dressings)

according to policy.

Other duties as assignedFunctional Statement Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) GS

3-6.Travel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion Potential6

#### Job family (Series)

0620 Practical NurseSimilar jobs

Licensed Practical And Licensed Vocational Nurses

Licensed Practical Nurses

Licenses Vocational 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

QualificationsBasic Requirements:

· U.S. citizenship. Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not

possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA

Policy.

· Must be a graduate of practical or vocational nursing approved by

the appropriate State accrediting agency and/or the National League

for Nursing at the time the program was completed by the

applicant.

· Must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38

U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).

· Must have a full, current, active and unrestricted license as a

graduate licensed practical or vocational nurse in a State,

Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States

or District of Columbia.

· Must pass a pre-employment examination if selected.Preferred Experience:

- A minimum of 1 year of successful clinical nursing practice as a

LPN is preferred

- Demonstrated skill in performing multiple tasks, managing

assignments, and expediting oral and written communications

- Demonstrated ability to interact with others effectively and

appropriately, presenting a professional image of the service and

the VAGRADE 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 below:

· 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.

GS-5: Completion of at least 1 year of qualifying experience at

the GS-4 level or equivalent.

· 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 NAs/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.

· 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.

· 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.

· 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.

· Recognizes and appropriately responds to breakage/malfunction or

loss of equipment, safety hazards, and supply deficiencies, promptly

reporting to appropriate personnel for corrective action.

· 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: Completion of at least 1 year of qualifying experience at

the GS-5 level or equivalent, fully meeting all performance

requirements for the GS-5 LPN/LVN:

· 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 (RN) or physician (MD/DO) 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

LPN/LVN recognizes and considers emotional, cultural, spiritual,

socio-economic, and age-related factors.

· 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

· 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

· 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 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

· 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.

· 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 5005/3, Part II, Appendix G-13 Licensed

Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standard. This can be

found in the local Human Resources Office.EducationNote: 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.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.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 processSuitability/Fitness- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application

Package which includes:

Resume

SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

VA 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.

Cover Letter

Disability Letter (Schedule A)

Disability Letter (VA)

VA Form 10-2850c

Resume

Separation Notice (RIF)

SF-15

SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

Transcript

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

11/07/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire

click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10632853.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log

in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your

USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete

the occupational questionnaire.

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and

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Application Status link and then select the more information link

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announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents

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

licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and

unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee

basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,

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 informationWilliam ThomsenPhone304-623-3461 [email protected] A Johnson VA Medical Center

1 Medical Center Drive

Clarksburg, WV 26301

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