Practical Nurse

LPN Position in PACT/Medical Specialty Clinics

The LPN assigned to PACT/Medical Specialty clinics are held accountable for delivering direct patient care to adult through geriatric Veterans for both acute and chronic diseases in an outpatient clinic setting. S/he recognizes age related needs and demonstrates knowledge and care appropriate to those age groups. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Observes and reports changes in patients' physical and emotional conditions utilizing elements of the nursing process of signs and symptoms identification, observation, perception, clinical measurements, screening protocols, and prescribed history taking
• Performs health history screenings per pre-formatted documentation, e.g., ambulatory care 10-10, prevention notes, and clinical reminders
• Screens, intervenes, and follows through for acute/chronic medical and emotional conditions for adult through geriatric populations with minimal supervision of a registered - nurse/provider. Implements basic and advanced LPN procedures as defined by policies and procedures
• Performs patient education and documentation for prevention, healthier lifestyle, functionality, and disease management factors
• Distinguishes between normal changes that accompany the aging process vs. pathological changes
• Recognizes priorities and adjusts patient care accordingly
• Demonstrates ability to vary the order and sequence of assigned procedures based on the patient's condition.
• Delivers patient care in a timely manner and according to approved policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and intervenes appropriately for urgent and emergency patient needs
• Demonstrates ongoing improvement as an experienced LPN in recognizing, assessing, and intervening in both acute and chronic medical conditions, and minor surgical.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:45am - 4:15pm

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 02569F, 02634F, 02673F, 02657F

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized