Licensed Practical Nurse

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until 9/30/2026. The first cut-off dates for referral of eligible applications will be 11/28/2025. All eligible applicants will be reviewed and referred to the hiring manager no later than 12/8/2025. Eligible applications received after 12/6/2025 date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis.

Note:

This announcement could close before the closing date, if selections are made before.

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The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical/License Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) is to perform assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, positive customer service and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the veteran. The LPN/LVN also performs assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, outstanding customer service, and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the veteran.

Duties for GS-3, GS-4, GS-5, GS-6 level

Makes observations and thoroughly documents care and the patient's response. Appropriately seeks assistance and guidance by informing RN or medical provider of changes in the patient's condition requiring higher-level intervention. The LPN performs, reports and documents assigned nursing care in the Primary Care Clinics for both in person and virtual care modalities, including, but not limited to:

* Oxygen administration if applicable

* Adhere to the PACT Nursing Protocols within scope of practice.

* Medication administration to include Immunizations.

* Clinical reminders with appropriate consults and alerts as indicated.

* Check expiration dates of meds and supplies.

* Delegated procedures and treatments

* Documentation

* Assists with minor procedures, including obtaining and arranging necessary equipment, positioning patient, ensuring comfort and privacy. Monitors patient during the procedure.

* Promote whole health initiatives to include but not limited to - Tele-MOVE - Guided imagery

* Conduct chart audits as assigned.

* Participates in performance improvement initiatives.

* Facilitates Clinical Video Technology appointments.

* Check in and Check out Veterans on daily basis.

* Collaborates with PACT team review future appointments.

* Participates in daily huddles.

* Secure Messaging with appropriate response and recommendation within scope

* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, can be Assistant Nurse Manager or Nurse Manager

* Adheres to standards of practice and safe techniques in preparation and administration of medication.

* Demonstrates understanding of age-and population-specific characteristics that affect the health care needs of the Veteran.

* Promptly recognizes urgent or emergent patient care situations, seeks assistance, and effectively intervenes as directed when appropriate.

* Based on the patient's goals and as assigned by the RN, provides patient and family health education, to include self-management, prevention, and wellness.

* Phlebotomy and lab duties to include: accessioning of specimens from computer system; venipuncture for blood specimens; collection and acceptance of other bodily fluids such as urine/sputum/stool; proper labeling of specimens.

* Performing proper lab technique of spinning, pouring off plasma and/or serum, and freezing samples collected with proper packaging of specimens for shipment to Columbia VA HCS.

* Interacts and communicates appropriately with patients and family members incorporating acceptable, established customer service standards into practice.

* Demonstrates professional behavior (i.e., respect, civility, ability to accept constructive criticism), effective communication and interpersonal skills.

* Adheres to principles of infection control, safety, and universal precautions.

* Possesses knowledge and demonstrates proficiency in the proper handling and pre- cleaning of reusable medical equipment. Demonstrates competence utilizing special equipment needed to perform job duties.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus):
Not Authorized

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