Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) — Ambulatory Care

Quick Facts

• Role: Licensed Practical Nurse (Ambulatory Care)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00

Description

Provide practical nursing care for a culturally diverse veteran patient population in an ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a Nurse Manager/RN. Perform assigned practical nursing measures in accordance with medical center policies and within legal/licensure responsibilities, including medication administration, IV site care, documentation, infection control, and emergency support. Assist with patient comfort and education, and report clinical observations and technical issues that may affect care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical nursing care with precision and efficiency per policy/procedure
• Follow infection control standards and safely operate/maintain equipment
• Seek guidance from RN and/or provider to resolve clinical issues
• Assist during emergent situations; initiate/assist with CPR and other emergencies
• Administer medications accurately under general supervision of an RN
• Document and report medication effects/reactions and changes in patient condition to RN/provider
• Provide personal care and diagnostic support duties/treatments under RN direction
• Support patient involvement in the care continuum; provide patient/family education
• Initiate, administer, assess, monitor, and report IV sites and intravenous fluids/“piggyback” solutions prepared by Pharmacy; manage IV tubing/dressings; discontinue IVs/blood products; document care
• Independently prioritize tasks and adjust care sequencing based on patient response with limited supervision
• Recognize equipment/safety hazards/supply deficiencies and report promptly

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Full, active, current, unrestricted LPN or vocational nurse licensure
• Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Subject to background/security investigation; pass pre-employment physical
• Participate in seasonal influenza vaccination program
• Complete required online onboarding and pre-employment documentation
• Serve a 1–2 year trial period per VA employment conditions

Benefits

• 37–50 days of annual paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, and paid Federal holidays)
• Parental leave (up to 12 weeks paid after 12 months)
• Child care subsidy (after 60 days for eligible employees)
• Federal retirement pension and 401(k) with up to 5% contributions
• Comprehensive federal health/vision/dental and other insurance options, including life and long-term care
• Non-telework; not a virtual position