Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Quick Facts

• Full-time permanent Licensed Practical Nurse role in a Community Living Center (CLC)
• General supervision by an RN or physician
• Schedule: 6:00 am–6:30 pm; rotating days/weekends; every other holiday

Description

Provide direct practical nursing care by documenting patient observations and responses, escalating changes in condition to the RN or physician, and supporting patient-driven care. Deliver patient and family health education, complete mandatory nursing reviews (including motivational interviewing), and maintain Joint Commission-related standards. Use electronic systems to document and manage patient information and participate in unit quality and process improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients and thoroughly document care and responses
• Seek assistance/guidance when patient condition changes require higher-level intervention
• Provide patient and family health education for self-management, prevention, and wellness
• Assist multidisciplinary/PACT teams and support patient-driven care
• Advocate for patient and family rights and privacy
• Complete mandatory nursing reviews, including motivational interviewing
• Monitor and respond to equipment breakage/malfunction/loss, safety hazards, and supply deficiencies
• Use computers to enter/retrieve electronic data (e.g., CPRS, VISTA) and manage patient information
• Participate in process improvement and unit quality improvement activities
• Maintain Joint Commission standards (end-of-life care, ethics, restraints, rights, informed consent, education, privacy)
• Complete annual nursing mandatory reviews, competencies, and continuous learning
• Use correct body mechanics and assistive devices for lifting/moving/transferring
• Initiate patient calls and follow-up per facility policy
• Monitor and restock exam room medical/clerical supplies
• Perform other assigned duties within scope of training and abilities

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Full, active, current, unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in a U.S. state/territory or DC
• Graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Subject to background/security investigation and must pass a pre-employment physical exam
• Seasonal influenza vaccination is required
• Complete VA online onboarding and pre-employment requirements (including acceptable identification)
• Selective Service registration required for eligible males
• Urinalysis may be required for testing-designated positions
• May be required to serve a 1–2 year trial period with certification to continue employment

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular salary increases
• Paid time off: 37–50 days annual paid time offer per year (annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays)
• Paid parental leave after 12 months
• Child care subsidy eligibility after 60 days (based on income and qualifying children)
• Traditional federal pension (with vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% contributions
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance options