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Licensed Practical Nurse Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Oklahoma City VA Healthcare System Apply Print Save
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Summary The LPNLVN promotes quality health care exceptional customer service and a supportive environment dedicated to serving veterans. Responsibilities include observing recording and reporting patient condition changes assisting in developing and revising patient-centered care plans and collaborating with the interdisciplinary and expanded care teams to ensure coordinated holistic and effective patient care at the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System.
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 02122026 to 09302026 Salary40731 to - 74129 per year Per Special Salary Rate Tables V06Q V115 and V07A Pay scale & gradeGS 3 - 6 Locations Enid OK 1 vacancy Lawton OK 2 vacancies Oklahoma City OK 1 vacancy Stillwater OK 2 vacancies Show morefewer locations 1 Yukon OK 1 vacancy Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time - Tour of Duty varies based on location. See Duties section for more details. Service Excepted Promotion potential6 Job family Series 0620 Practical Nurse Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NSLow Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number CBSU-12885158-26-TLK Control number 857513300
Duties Help VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse httpsyoutube.comembedAe85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a VA Career Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Provides direct high-quality nursing care within LPNLVN scope for diverse veteran populations. Demonstrates technical proficiency in assigned duties including patient monitoring documentation and use of required computer systems. Accurately observes records and reports changes in condition recognizes and responds to deviations. Utilizes aseptic technique universal precautions and infection control standards. Assists with diagnostic procedures and specialized treatments prepares and maintains instruments and equipment. Provides support with activities of daily living bathing feeding hygiene mobility. Records vital signs intakeoutput pain scores and neurological checks. Collects and processes lab specimens monitors patients receiving blood products or with chest tubes. Promotes safety and therapeutic environment for all patients including those with behavioral challenges. Demonstrates teamwork professionalism and positive interactions with patients families and colleagues. Completes clinical reminders encounters and documentation in a timely manner. Adheres to infection control and safe patient handling policies practices safe body mechanics. Reports and documents significant patient information contributing to plan of care updates. Performs treatments and reusable medical equipment reprocessing per policy. Maintains a safe therapeutic environment and applies knowledge of emergency procedures. Recognizes urgent or emergent situations seeks RNMDDO guidance and initiates interventions. Provides appropriate care for patients at high risk falls restraints EOD suicidal ideation. Ensures compliance with safety rules body mechanics and mechanical aids to prevent injury. Adheres to Safe Patient Handling service line and nursing program policies. Demonstrates self-directed safety practices and continuous vigilance. Administers medications safely following the six rights of administration. Prepares and administers oral topical subcutaneous intramuscular IV and rectal medications. Performs venipuncture line care dressing changes and tubing maintenance per competency. Monitors for adverse reactions and reports deviations promptly. Assists with PCA pumps and blood product monitoring. Educates patients on prescribed medications and compliance. Aligns practice with VA mission vision and goals. Engages in self-assessment and communicates development needs to the Nurse Manager. Pursues education to enhance clinical knowledge shares learning with peers. Completes all TMS competencies and mandatory training on schedule. Participates in in-services huddles and performance improvement activities. Supports infection control and contributes to staff education efforts. Assists in orienting and mentoring new LPNLVNs or support staff. Promotes VA values through courteous respectful and professional conduct. Participates in interdisciplinary team IDT meetings and contributes to care planning. Builds constructive relationships with veterans families and staff to support positive outcomes. Encourages patient participation independence and engagement in care. Incorporates patient rights and customer service standards into all interactions. Actively supports process improvement and committee participation. Provides and develops educational materials for veterans families and caregivers. Perform other duties as assigned depending on grade level.
Work Schedule Lawton M-F 730am to 430pm OKC M-F 0730am to 4pm Stillwater M-F 730am to 430pm Yukon M-F 8am to 430pm Enid M-F 8am to 430pm
Pay Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year 13-26 days of annual leave 13 days of sick leave 11 paid Federal holidays per year Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience.
Parental Leave After 12 months of employment up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth adoption or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy After 60 days of employment full time employees with a total family income below 144000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25 of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of 416.66.
Retirement Traditional federal pension 5 years vesting and federal 401K with up to 5 in contributions by VA
Insurance Federal healthvisiondentalterm lifelong-term care many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement
Functional Statement 635-54518-A 635-54519-A 635-54520-A 635-54521-A
Requirements Help Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12311959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to backgroundsecurity investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements httpswww.uscis.govi-9-centralform-i-9-acceptable-documents. Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider your performance and conduct the needs and interests of the agency whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Qualifications Help Applicants pending the completion of educational or certificationlicensure 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. English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402d and 7407d no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. Education. Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency andor accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission NLNAC at the time the program was completed by the applicant. Exceptions include 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 LPNLVN licensure will be accepted as meeting the education requirements for VHA employment. OR Current GS-0620 LPNLVN employee of the Veterans Health Administration VHA who was converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C. 74013 in implementation of Public Law 98-160 enacted November 21 1983 or who was converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law 99-576 enacted October 28 1986. OR Individual granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school. Licensure.