Practical Nurse - Mental Health
Other duties include but are not limited to:
Perform procedures, collections, treatments and assistance while monitoring and observing the patient, under the supervision of a RN. Provide patient care in compliance with policy, procedure and standards set forth by the Medical Center. Identify, initiate and actively participate in safety and emergency measures related to patient internal and external issues. Respond appropriately in accordance to medical center regulations. Document observations and information related to patient care via computer while reporting to the RN on required hospital forms per policy and procedure. Conduct daily wellness checks which include taking vitals, blood glucose and assess for suicidal/homicidal ideation as well as general well-being. Consult with and assisting veterans who have questions about their medications. Facilitate compliance with medications. Facilitate groups on physical health and wellness topics. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:
30am-4pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Recruitment/Relocation Incentive:
Not authorized. PCS/Reimbursement:
Not authorized. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. Education:
Must be a graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the National League for Nursing (NLNAC)/Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). NOTE:
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. (Transcripts/documentation required with your application 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. (Copy of your license/registration is required with your application). 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). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements listed above, the following criteria must be met for each grade. 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. Qualifying experience includes:
a. Technically proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations; b. 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. c. Ability to observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education. d. 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; e. 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; f. 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; g. Establishes constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes, and to promote positive relationships, communication and socialization skills. h. 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; i. 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 5005/3, Part II, Appendix G13, Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standard, dated April 10, 2003. The full performance level of this vacancy is 06. Physical Requirements:
The work involves long periods of moving about the unit, to include performing safety rounds at designated intervals. Work requires regular and requiring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, lifting and repositioning of patients and similar activities.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Perform procedures, collections, treatments and assistance while monitoring and observing the patient, under the supervision of a RN. Provide patient care in compliance with policy, procedure and standards set forth by the Medical Center. Identify, initiate and actively participate in safety and emergency measures related to patient internal and external issues. Respond appropriately in accordance to medical center regulations. Document observations and information related to patient care via computer while reporting to the RN on required hospital forms per policy and procedure. Conduct daily wellness checks which include taking vitals, blood glucose and assess for suicidal/homicidal ideation as well as general well-being. Consult with and assisting veterans who have questions about their medications. Facilitate compliance with medications. Facilitate groups on physical health and wellness topics. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:
30am-4pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Recruitment/Relocation Incentive:
Not authorized. PCS/Reimbursement:
Not authorized. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. Education:
Must be a graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the National League for Nursing (NLNAC)/Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). NOTE:
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. (Transcripts/documentation required with your application 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. (Copy of your license/registration is required with your application). 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). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements listed above, the following criteria must be met for each grade. 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. Qualifying experience includes:
a. Technically proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations; b. 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. c. Ability to observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education. d. 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; e. 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; f. 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; g. Establishes constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes, and to promote positive relationships, communication and socialization skills. h. 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; i. 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 5005/3, Part II, Appendix G13, Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standard, dated April 10, 2003. The full performance level of this vacancy is 06. Physical Requirements:
The work involves long periods of moving about the unit, to include performing safety rounds at designated intervals. Work requires regular and requiring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, lifting and repositioning of patients and similar activities.
- Department:
0620 Practical Nurse - Salary Range:
$40,952 to $53,238 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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