Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Experience with patient care monitoring, like observing self-administering medication; Experience with crisis intervention in situations of a medical/psychiatric/behavioral nature; Experience with performing direct patient care activities including, but not limited to blood glucose monitoring, 12-lead EKG, blood pressure monitoring, and pulse oximetry monitoring; Experience with obtaining/preparing laboratory specimens; Demonstrates the ability to recognize signs/symptoms of drug overdose or being under the influence of illicit drugs or alcohol. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidates abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.