Licensed Practical Nurse - Sub Specialty Clinics
Company: Nurse.com
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: September 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
a. Citizenship. Citizen of the United States.
b. 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.
Verification can be obtained from the State approving agency [or]
the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61
Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006. Additional information
may also be obtained from the NLNAC Website. Exceptions
include:
(1) 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.
(2) VHA employees who were converted to appointments under 38
U.S.C. 7401(3) in implementation of Public Law 98-160, enacted
November 21, 1983, and for VHA employees converted to appointments
under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law 99-576,
enacted October 28, 1986; and for their future personnel actions
under this authority. The waiver will not apply to persons
appointed under 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) or 7405 after these
conversions.
(3) Individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not
require graduation from an approved school. See paragraph 4,
section C.
c. 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. An LPN/LVN who has or has ever had, any license(s)
revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed
in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with
the provisions in chapter 3, section B, paragraph 16 of this
part.
d. 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 REQUIREMENTS:
Grade Determinations. In addition to the basic requirements, the
following criteria must be met when determining the grade of
candidates:
GS-3: None beyond the basic requirements listed above. 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:1. Six months of qualifying
experience as an LPN or LVN; or2. 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; or3. Graduation from an approved school of at least
24 months duration.
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: Completion of at least 1 year of qualifying experience at the
GS-4 level or equivalent.1.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.2.
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.3. 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.4. 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. 5. 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 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.1. Technically
proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties
in providing care to variable patient populations.2. 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.3. 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.4. Prepares and administers prescribed
medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or
intravenous) and performs treatments according to established
policies/procedures. 5. 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.6.
Establishes constructive relationships with individual patients and
their families to elicit feelings and attitudes, and to promote
positive relationships, communication and socialization skills.7.
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 instruments.8. Actively seeks
out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and
skills.
References: VA Handbook 5005/3, Part II, Appendix G13.
Preferred Experience: Outpatient experience preferred.
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this
vacancy is in the range of GS-3 to GS-6.
Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 lbs and over); Heavy
carrying (45 lbs and over); Straight pulling and pushing; reaching
above shoulder; use of fingers; both hands required; walking and
standing up to 8 hours; repeated bending; Ability for rapid mental
and muscular coordination simultaneously; hearing aid
permitted.
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: 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.
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