Licensed Vocational Nurse- PACT
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Livermore
Posted on: July 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Summary The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is a direct-care
provider who has the technical proficiency and observation skills
necessary for initiating, performing, and completing assigned
duties in delivering comprehensive practical nursing care to
variable patient populations. The LVN is a member of the Patient
Aligned Care Team (PACT) and Expanded Team involved in providing
care to the patient and in developing the patient aligned care
plan. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting
applications
* Open & closing dates 10/15/2021 to 09/30/2022 * Salary $34,251 -
$85,920 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 3 - 6 * Help Locations many
vacancies in the following locations: * Capitola, CA * Fremont, CA
* Livermore, CA * Modesto, CA * Show more locations (5)
* Monterey, CA * Palo Alto, CA * San Jose, CA * Sonora, CA *
Stockton, CA * Remote job No * Telework eligible No * Travel
Required Not required * Relocation expenses reimbursed No *
Appointment type Permanent * Work schedule Full-time * Service
Excepted * Promotion potential 6 * Job family (Series) 0620
Practical Nurse * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Not
Required * Drug test Yes * Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk * Trust determination process
Credentialing Suitability/Fitness * Announcement number
CBCF-11263315-22-ANW * Control number 617452300 Help This job is
open to * The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe
allegiance to the U.S. * Veterans Videos Help Duties This is an
Open and Continuous announcement. Names will be referred to the
service every two weeks after the first cut off until position is
filled or until the announcement closes. The first cut off date is
November 2, 2021. Salary range for Livermore: $47,209-$85,920
Salary range for Palo Alto: $47,209- $85,920 Salary range for
Modesto: $41,717- $73,280 Salary range for Stockton: $43,008-
$78,274 Salary range for Sonora: $41,717- $73,280 Salary range for
Fremont: $47,209- $85,920 Salary range for San Jose: $47,209-
$85,920 Salary range for Capitola: $34,251- $62,337 Major duties
and responsibilities include, but not limited to: * Utilizes
judgement in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of
procedures and treatments.
* Demonstrates knowledge of "time out" process before invasive
procedures.
* Utilizes judgment in selecting the most appropriate application
of procedures and guidelines.
* Initiates and participates in preventative health screening and
instructions for ambulatory care patients.
* Observes, identifies and responds to patients' needs for care,
including medication and equipment-assisted care, and recognizes
deviations from normal.
* Performs venipuncture and inserts peripheral IVs, upon completion
of IV class or certification and competency where indicated. Work
Schedule: 8:00am- 4:30pm Monday- Friday Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Title/Functional
Statement #:Licensed Vocational Nurse- PACT/PD00000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change
of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not
required Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a
U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
* All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a
testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for
illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be
tested will be denied employment with VA.
* 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
* Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a
requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care
Personnel (HCP)
* Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans
Affairs Personnel Qualifications 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 or Training. Graduate of a school of practical or
vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State Agency and/or
accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
(ACEN); OR Received health care education/training in the military
service which is accepted by the licensing body in the jurisdiction
in which the individual is licensed as qualified for full LPN/LVN
licensure.
* 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. [NOTE: YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR LICENSE NUMBER OR SUBMIT
A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT LICENSURE WITH THE APPLICATION PACKAGE].
* 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 for employment, the following criteria must
be met when determining the grade of candidates: GS-3 Licensed
Vocational Nurse: * Experience and Education. None beyond the basic
requirements. GS-4 Licensed Vocational Nurse: * A) Experience. Six
(6) months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN. OR * B)
Education. Graduation from an approved school of at least 24 months
duration. [NOTE: TRANSCRIPT(S) MUST BE SUBMITTED IF EDUCATION IS
BEING USED TO QUALIFY. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) OK.] OR * C)
Education and Experience. 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. [NOTE: TRANSCRIPT(S) MUST BE SUBMITTED IF EDUCATION
IS BEING USED TO QUALIFY. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) OK.] GS-5
Licensed Vocational Nurse: Experience. One (1) year of
progressively responsible assignments and experience equivalent to
the GS-04 level which demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities
that are directly related to the specific assignment and fully
meets all of the performance requirements for the GS-04 LPN/LVN: *
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.
* 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.
* 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.
GS-6 Licensed Vocational Nurse: Experience. One (1) year of
progressively responsible assignments and experience equivalent to
the GS-05 level which demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities
that are directly related to the specific assignment and fully
meets all of the 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.
* 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.
* 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.
* 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. Preferred Criteria: *
Current BLS provider card issued by American Heart Association
(AHA) or Military Training Network (MTN). 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. References: VA Handbook 5005/3,
Part II, Appendix G13 Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse
Qualifications Standard, Physical Requirements: * This position
requires walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time.
Incumbent will be climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 pounds, use
dexterity of the hand and wrist and arm strength to perform
dispensing of medication orders. The full performance level of this
vacancy 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.
Education IMPORTANT: 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: 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: Additional information Receiving Service Credit or Earning
Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a
rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number
of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer
newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related
non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service.
This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which
they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved
prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This 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 or need to fax a document you do not have in
electronic form, view the following link for information regarding
an Alternate Application. Read more * Benefits Help A 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more
about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility 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 You Will Be Evaluated 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,
rsum, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect consideration for employment. 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.
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