Licensed Practical Nurse-PACT (Intermittent)
Direct Jobs, Cape Coral, FL, United States
Summary
This position is an intermittent/PRN position at the Lee County Healthcare Center. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) GS7 in the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) performs complex nursing assignments within their setting. The LPN possesses comprehensive practical nursing knowledge and skills in specialized procedure and practices. The LPN work is of considerable difficulty and is performed under general supervision. Demonstrates knowledge - experience - to carry out complex patient assignments.
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
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
Grade Determinations: 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 appropriately recording patient's response to medications/treatments received
Knowledge and skill to promptly recognize potential urgent or emergent patient care situations
Assists individuals or groups of patients and their families to take an active role in promoting health lifestyles for more positive outcomes
Exercises skill in influencing and communicating with unusually difficult to care for or communicate with patients and/or family members who may exhibit problems with lack of self-control - resistant or abusive behaviors - or impediments in their ability to understand or follow instructions
Skill - creativity - and initiative in contributing to the improvement of overall care delivery and patient and/or family satisfaction levels
Comprehensive practical nursing knowledge and skills in specialized procedures and practices to serve as a resource person for other staff in organizing and implementing more complex/specialized patient care
Ability to support the RN or MD/DO in monitoring the practice of unlicensed nursing or non-medical staff in patient care delivery
Preferred Experience and Certifications
We are seeking an LPN with a minimum of 3 years of experience - preferably in primary care or an outpatient clinic
Reference
For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements
Physical exertion such as prolonged periods of standing - bending - reaching - crouching - stooping - stretching - and lifting moderately heavy items such as assisting patients - manuals - record boxes - or equipment
Above average agility and dexterity
May be required to travel between VA and/or CBOCs; possession of a valid driver's license required.
Duties
Documents care provided
Observations and responses on appropriate tools or forms - observing changes in patient's condition (e.g., behavior shifts, mood changes, skin coloring, appetite, etc.). Based on assigned area, performs nursing care procedures (e.g., sterile technique, blood glucose monitoring, wound care, oxygen therapy, deep breathing and coughing, and specimen collection) according to policy, guidelines, and oversight from senior nursing staff
Contribute to the development of the plan of care for assigned veterans outlining program modalities and updates per policy and as changes occur
Complies with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for pretreatment/cleaning Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) in applicable patient care setting
Promotes and demonstrates nursing concepts in the Medical Center
Works in collaboration with the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Health Care Provider (HCP)
Prepares and administers prescribed medications and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures
Assists other staff in order to prioritize the overall veteran care needs and adjusts the plan of care as needed
Has astute assessment skills - which allow for observation of obvious and subtle changes in the veteran health condition
Responds diligently to the veteran changes and deteriorating condition in emergent situations - notifying appropriate personnel in a timely manner
Reports and records significant veterans information received from other team members and is able to analyze and implement modifications based on these reports
Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and ability to perform treatments, procedures, and the use and reprocessing of reusable medical equipment appropriate to assigned duties
Responsible for participating within unit based and/or organizational level shared Governance councils - utilizing clinical expertise and evidence-based practice to assist with finding solutions to problems or issues to improve the quality care provided to veterans
Total Rewards for an Allied Health Professional may be eligible for Health Insurance and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) if expected to work over 130 hours per month for 90 days
Work Schedule: Intermittent - Monday-Saturday (Day Tour)
Telework: Not eligible for telework
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
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This position is an intermittent/PRN position at the Lee County Healthcare Center. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) GS7 in the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) performs complex nursing assignments within their setting. The LPN possesses comprehensive practical nursing knowledge and skills in specialized procedure and practices. The LPN work is of considerable difficulty and is performed under general supervision. Demonstrates knowledge - experience - to carry out complex patient assignments.
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
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
Grade Determinations: 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 appropriately recording patient's response to medications/treatments received
Knowledge and skill to promptly recognize potential urgent or emergent patient care situations
Assists individuals or groups of patients and their families to take an active role in promoting health lifestyles for more positive outcomes
Exercises skill in influencing and communicating with unusually difficult to care for or communicate with patients and/or family members who may exhibit problems with lack of self-control - resistant or abusive behaviors - or impediments in their ability to understand or follow instructions
Skill - creativity - and initiative in contributing to the improvement of overall care delivery and patient and/or family satisfaction levels
Comprehensive practical nursing knowledge and skills in specialized procedures and practices to serve as a resource person for other staff in organizing and implementing more complex/specialized patient care
Ability to support the RN or MD/DO in monitoring the practice of unlicensed nursing or non-medical staff in patient care delivery
Preferred Experience and Certifications
We are seeking an LPN with a minimum of 3 years of experience - preferably in primary care or an outpatient clinic
Reference
For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements
Physical exertion such as prolonged periods of standing - bending - reaching - crouching - stooping - stretching - and lifting moderately heavy items such as assisting patients - manuals - record boxes - or equipment
Above average agility and dexterity
May be required to travel between VA and/or CBOCs; possession of a valid driver's license required.
Duties
Documents care provided
Observations and responses on appropriate tools or forms - observing changes in patient's condition (e.g., behavior shifts, mood changes, skin coloring, appetite, etc.). Based on assigned area, performs nursing care procedures (e.g., sterile technique, blood glucose monitoring, wound care, oxygen therapy, deep breathing and coughing, and specimen collection) according to policy, guidelines, and oversight from senior nursing staff
Contribute to the development of the plan of care for assigned veterans outlining program modalities and updates per policy and as changes occur
Complies with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for pretreatment/cleaning Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) in applicable patient care setting
Promotes and demonstrates nursing concepts in the Medical Center
Works in collaboration with the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Health Care Provider (HCP)
Prepares and administers prescribed medications and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures
Assists other staff in order to prioritize the overall veteran care needs and adjusts the plan of care as needed
Has astute assessment skills - which allow for observation of obvious and subtle changes in the veteran health condition
Responds diligently to the veteran changes and deteriorating condition in emergent situations - notifying appropriate personnel in a timely manner
Reports and records significant veterans information received from other team members and is able to analyze and implement modifications based on these reports
Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and ability to perform treatments, procedures, and the use and reprocessing of reusable medical equipment appropriate to assigned duties
Responsible for participating within unit based and/or organizational level shared Governance councils - utilizing clinical expertise and evidence-based practice to assist with finding solutions to problems or issues to improve the quality care provided to veterans
Total Rewards for an Allied Health Professional may be eligible for Health Insurance and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) if expected to work over 130 hours per month for 90 days
Work Schedule: Intermittent - Monday-Saturday (Day Tour)
Telework: Not eligible for telework
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
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