Licensed Practical Nurse - PACT Albany Clinic

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) serves within Primary Care at the New Albany VA Clinic (New Albany, IN) as a member of a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT). The role provides a full range of practical nursing care and performs non-standard and specialized nursing activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

• United States citizenship (non-citizens may be considered only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited, in accordance with VA policy).
• English language proficiency; must be able to communicate both spoken and written English (38 U.S.C. 7402(d)).
• Education:
  
  Graduation from a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate state agency or accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
• Licensure:
  Active, full, current, and unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth (e.g., Puerto Rico) or the District of Columbia.
• Grade determinations (GS-3 to GS-6):
  • GS-3: meets basic requirements.
  • GS-4: six months of qualifying experience as an LPN/LVN or a year of nursing-care experience in a supervised clinical setting.
  • GS-5: completion of at least one year of qualifying experience at the GS-4 level or equivalent.
  • GS-6: one additional year of qualifying experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent; full performance level of this vacancy.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care, including medication administration, emergency interventions, patient education, and coordination with the nursing team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain constructive relationships with patients, families, and staff.
• Preferred experience in a primary or physician office setting; experience caring for patients of varying ages and conditions.

• Provide independent nursing care, including assessments, medication administration, specimen collection, and documentation.
• Perform and supervise specialized nursing procedures such as blood draws and laboratory specimen collection.
• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse and other team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Teach patients and families health promotion practices and coordinate with physicians and other providers.
• Participate in nursing reports, care team meetings, and unit committees.
• Respond to emergency situations and initiate emergency measures as directed.
• Maintain patient privacy, confidentiality, and uphold VA customer-service standards.
• Assist in the preparation and routine maintenance of diagnostic equipment and specialized instruments.
• Serve as a preceptor for junior LPNs, satellite staff, and new technology procedures.
• Travel may be required to support workforce needs.

• Competitive base salary with potential for higher step rates.
• Paid time off: 37–50 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 federal holidays.
• Parental leave: up to 12 weeks of paid leave after 12 months of employment.
• Child-care subsidy: eligible employees may receive up to 25 % of childcare costs (up to $416.66 per month).
• Retirement: federal pension (5‑year vesting) and 401 K with up to 5 % employee match.
• VA insurance package: health, vision, dental, term life, long-term care.
• Telework/virtual work: not available.

Applicants must be physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the position, including lifting 30 lbs or more, twisting and/or bending, and standing or walking almost constantly.

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