Licensed Vocational Nurse- Oncology (Intermittent)

Cancer Center/Infusion Licensed Vocational Nurse Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: The Cancer Center/Infusion Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides high-quality, evidence-based care for a culturally diverse Veteran population, emphasizing patient-centered care to veterans ages 18 to 75 and above in the outpatient care setting. They must be able to promote a safe environment for all patients, including those with altered sensorium due to medication or an acute or chronic illness. LVNs are to document using appropriate forms, follow protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and policies, and evaluate resources. The Cancer Center/Infusion LVN effectively implements patient activities towards health promotion and disease prevention, assisting the Veteran in the attainment of optimal levels of function through direct care and non-face-to-face communication, as well as provision of supportive measures for the palliative care for the patient and their significant others.

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems. (Works with the RN and/or MD/DO to appropriately orient/train less experienced LPNs/LVNs and/or NAs/HTs in relation to acceptable standards of practice in promoting optimal patient care delivery. Provides effective education to patients and/or family members in relation to common disease processes, medication, and/or prescribed treatment regimes.)
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a responsible member of the nursing team and interact with patients, family members, professional and supportive personnel who provide patient care, incorporating acceptable, established customer service standards into practice.
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to prepare, administer, and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and/or intravenous medications as permitted by approved local facility policies and procedures. Observation and documentation will include patient's response to medication administered and the reporting of any noted change in patient's condition to RN or MD/DO.
• Knowledge and ability to recognize the need for and to institute emergency measure when indicated, promptly seek the assistance of the RN or MD/DO, and assist in resuscitation procedures in cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest.
• Recognizes and appropriately responds to breakage/malfunction or loss of equipment, safety hazards, and supply deficiencies, promptly reporting to appropriate personnel for corrective action.
• Completed work is under the general supervision of an RN or MD/DO. Individuals at this grade level are expected to have a broad working knowledge of practical nursing procedures. However, completion of more complex practices or procedures may be subject to closer higher-level review.

Preferred Experience: Two years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in an outpatient clinic

Work Schedule: Intermittent. May vary to meet department/facility needs.

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

US Department of Veterans Affairs