Licensed Practical Nurse (cboc)
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Hutchinson
Posted on: May 5, 2022
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Job Description:
SummaryThe area of consideration will be given to 1) current,
permanent Robert J. Dole VAMC employees, 2) current, permanent
employees of other VHA facilities, 3) will be given to the public
(U.S. Citizens and U.S. Nationals).IT IS HIGHLY SUGGESTED THAT YOU
CLEARLY DOCUMENT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES LISTED IN
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Please ensure your resume is formatted MM/YYYY
to MM/YYYY for all positions held to give you appropriate credit
for your experience. Learn more about this
agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing
dates04/13/2022 to 05/04/2022Salary$37,544 - $65,719 per yearPay
scale & gradeGS 3 - 6HelpLocation1 vacancy in the following
location:Hutchinson, KS1 vacancyTelework eligibleNoTravel
RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this
position. Travel to and from the Wichita, KS VA Medical Center will
be required for Orientation and Training.Relocation expenses
reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork
scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potential6Job family
(Series)0620 Practical NurseSupervisory statusNoSecurity
clearanceOtherDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and
riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination
processCredentialingSuitability/FitnessAnnouncement
numberCBSS-11463122-22-CHControl number648782700HelpThis job is
open toThe publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe
allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyThis
announcement is applying the provisions of 38 U.S.C. 7412, Annual
Determination of Staffing Shortages. Veterans' Preference does not
apply.VideosHelpDutiesThe Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center is
seeking to hire a Licensed Practical Nurse help serve our Veterans
at our Hutchinson, KS Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC).
Duties include but not limited to: Knowledge and ability to provide
a full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety
of physical and/or behavioral problems.Observes, identifies and
responds to the patients' needs for nursing, medication, and
equipment assisted care and recognizes deviations from
normal.Ability to serve as a responsible member of the health care
team and interact in an appropriate manner with patients, family
members, professional and other supportive personnel involved in
the delivery of patient care.Uses practical knowledge of human
behavior, motivations and reactions to situations in working
effectively with patients, family and other staff members.Knowledge
and skill sufficient to prepare and administer commonly prescribed
oral, topical, subcutaneous, intra-muscular, and/or intravenous
medications and other routes as permitted by Robert J. Dole VAMC
policy and procedure.Knowledge and ability to recognize the need
for and to institute emergency measures when indicated, promptly
seek the assistance of the Registered Nurse or the care provider
and assist in the 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.Interacts with patients in groups in
accordance with the patient's treatment plan. Work Schedule: Monday
- Friday, 0730-1600 Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a
virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change
of Station (PCS): Not authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not
required. Paid Time Off: Receive 13 to 26 days paid annual
(vacation/personal) leave per year, 13 sick days annual with no
limitation on accumulation, and 11 paid federal holidays.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years' vesting) and
federal 401k with up to 5% in contributions by VA. Insurance:
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal
insurance programs can be carried into retirement). For More
Information on Benefits:
https://www.vacareers.va.gov/Benefits/EmploymentBenefits/HelpRequirementsConditions
of EmploymentYou 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.Must be proficient in
written and spoken English.You may be required to serve a
probationary period.Subject to background/security
investigation.Selected applicants will be required to complete an
online onboarding process.Must pass pre-employment physical
examination.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.
QualificationsApplicants must meet the requirements of the position
by the closing date of the announcement.. 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.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. No education exceptions will be applied.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. Preferred Experience:
Phlebotomy experience is preferred. Grade Determinations: GS-03:
None beyond the basic requirements. GS-04: Employees may be
appointed at or advanced to GS-04 if they meet any of the criteria
below:Six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN;
ORGraduation 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; Graduation from an
approved school of at least 24 months duration. GS-05: Completion
of at least one-year of qualifying experience at the GS-04 level or
equivalent. AND You must demonstrate the below knowledge, skills,
and abilities.Demonstrate 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. Demonstrate 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 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. Recognize and appropriately respond to breakage/malfunction
or loss of equipment, safety hazards, and supply deficiencies,
promptly reporting to appropriate personnel for corrective action.
Complete work 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: Completion of at least
one-year of qualifying experience at the GS-05 level or equivalent,
fully meeting all performance requirements for the GS-05 LPN/LVN.
AND You must demonstrate the below knowledge, skills, and
abilities.Be 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. Prepare and administer 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. Establish 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 Appendix G13 Licensed Practical or
Vocational Nurse Qualification Standards. The full performance
level of this vacancy is GS-06. The actual grade at which an
applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-03
to GS-06. Physical Requirements: The work requires some physical
exertion such as prolonged periods of standing, bending, reaching,
crouching, stooping, stretching, and lifting moderately heavy items
such as manuals, record boxes, equipment or assisting patients. The
work requires above average agility and dexterity. The incumbent
may be required to travel between VA and/or Non-VA clinical care
sites and possession of a valid driver's license may be
requiredEducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with
your application. 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
informationReceiving 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. 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. As
required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required
to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the
employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework,
remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law.
If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before
your start date. The agency will provide additional information
regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how
you can request a legally required exception from this requirement
using the reasonable accommodation process. 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 moreHelpA 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 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 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, 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. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to
those that have faced financial hardships or periods of
unemployment. 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.HelpA 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 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.As a new or existing
federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of
benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have -
whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent
employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however,
check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their
policies.To apply for this position, you must provide a complete
Application Package which includes:Resume (required) - Resume must
include the following information for each job listed: job title,
duties, start and end dates, full time or part time status (include
hours worked per week). Be sure that your resume clearly supports
your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work
experience in detail. We cannot make assumptions regarding your
qualifications.MOST CURRENT SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action
(if a current federal employee) - Must show your current title,
series, grade, step, salary, and tenure. (This is used to determine
you meet an area of consideration for internal to agency employee
or a federal employee. You can obtain a copy from your Electronic
Official Personnel File (eOPF) athttps://eopf.opm.gov/va/, which
can only be accessed from a VA networked computer.)Transcripts
(required): Transcript must include the following information to be
considered acceptable: student's name, college/ university name,
degree obtained, and date degree conferred. Diplomas will not be
accepted.Strongly preferred: Copy of current license: Full, active,
current and unrestricted licensure as a registered nurse in a
State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United
States, or District of Columbia Strongly preferred: VA Form
10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found
at: https://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf.
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklistto 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 LetterDD-214/ Statement of
ServiceDisability Letter (VA)LicenseVA Form 10-2850cPerformance
AppraisalProfessional CertificationResumeSF-15SF-50/ Notification
of Personnel ActionTranscript 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 r
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