Oncology Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Quick Facts

• Role: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Oncology (Intermittent)

• Setting: Cancer Center/Infusion outpatient care

• Oversight: Works under general supervision of an RN or MD/DO

Description

Provide patient-centered, evidence-based oncology nursing care for a diverse veteran population in the outpatient setting. Document care using approved forms and follow facility protocols/SOPs, including administering and recording oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and/or intravenous medications as permitted. Monitor patient responses, recognize urgent/emergent situations, assist with resuscitation as needed, and support palliative and preventive health measures.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of practical nursing care for patients with physical and/or behavioral problems

• Assist RN/MD/DO by orienting/training less experienced nursing staff and educating patients and families on disease processes, medications, and treatment regimens

• Document actions and evaluate/report medication effects and condition changes to RN/MD/DO

• Recognize the need for emergency measures, promptly seek higher-level assistance, and assist in cardiac/pulmonary resuscitation

• Promote patient safety by responding to equipment breakage/malfunction, safety hazards, and supply deficiencies and reporting for corrective action

Requirements

• U.S. citizen

• Proficient in written and spoken English

• Active, full, current, unrestricted licensure as a Graduate Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

• Graduate of an approved school of practical/vocational nursing

• Must meet VA employment conditions (onboarding, background/security investigation, pre-employment physical)

Benefits

A comprehensive federal benefits package is available; eligibility depends on the position details.