Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical NurseThe Licensed Practical Nurse, is under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or physician with minimal supervision and is accountable to the Clinic Nurse Manager. He/she demonstrates self-direction and critical thinking skills in carrying out simple to the most complex practical nursing care assignments for variable patient populations. Major duties may include, but not limited to:Assist with intake of Veterans in preparation for provider visits.Assist providers with exams/procedures.Perform treatments and procedures such as electrocardiograms, vital signs, blood glucose readings, bladder scans, ear flushes etc.Tracking and administering of required immunizations.Administering ordered medications.Providing ordered wound care.Completion of pertinent clinical reminders.Assist in message management with the Nursing team team using the Secured Messaging System.Participate in the management of telephone messages related to the teams.Participation and coordination of group visits.Identification of additional services needed by Veterans and their families.Participation in daily huddles and team meetings.Provide guidance to Veterans who are new to the clinic services.Assist with Veteran and family education.Provide unit-based support through equipment and supply monitoring within the work area.Work with team members to obtain medical records from non-VA facilities.Provide back-up support to lab services at the Community Based Outreach Clinics (CBOCs).Provide other support as needed for the team within the scope of practice for an LPN.Assist with Monthly Audits, Chart, Duress, Out of date supplies, etc.Work Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:00 pmTelework: Not availableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 07530F, 07531F, 07532F, and 07533FRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized US Department of Veterans Affairs