Require Licensed Vocational Nurse- Same Day Surgery in Los Angeles, CA

Job title: Licensed Vocational Nurse- Same Day Surgery
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: Summary

The VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare (VAGLAHS) is seeking a highly skilled/experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to serve in our busy Same Day Surgery Unit. Must be able to carry out routine assignments independently in accordance with unit standards and established guidelines. Independently able to complete nursing assignments

Overview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

09/08/2023 to 09/21/2023

Salary

$66,730 - $86,743 per year

Pay scale & grade

GS 6

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

No

Travel Required

Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Appointment type

Permanent -

Work schedule

Full-time -

Service

Excepted

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

No

Security clearance

Drug test

Yes

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Announcement number

CBSX-12122507-23-MCS

Control number

748183100

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Greater Los Angeles Employees please apply to Vacancy number 12069794

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Duties

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Responsible for Clinical Reminder completion (including but not exclusive to):
Alcohol Screening, Tobacco Screening, PTSD Screening, Depression Screening, Advance
Directives, ACOVE, A1C Screening, COVID-19 Screening, Suicide Screening, Diabetes Foot
Exam, Nephropathy Exam, LDL 2. Completes vital signs and basic anthropometric measurements including pain level and
oxygen saturation and parameter documentation
3. Incorporates an understanding of principles of infection control and hand hygiene into
clinical practice
4. Demonstrates understanding of proper body mechanics as this position requires
walking, standing, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and turning
5. Improves organizational performance by creating a positive work culture and adheres to
principles of Nursing Ethics as supported by the American Nurses Association and the
mission, vision, values, human resource management, and culture of the organization
6. Works in Primary Care and Subspecialty clinics as assigned to arrange and clean the
clinic environment, screen patients, and assist with the provision of a variety of
patient care services adjusting for fluctuating patient load and staffing to ensure smooth
clinic operation and maintenance. The LPN is expected to meet clinic priorities and
deadlines and to provide quality care meeting optimal VHA Primary Care and clinic
designated standards of care and organizational policies and procedures
7. Assists with diagnostic and/or treatment procedures including obtaining and
preparing sterile equipment and a wide variety of specialized equipment as
performed on an outpatient basis
8. Provides nursing care to patients and families as members of specialized population
cohorts such as women Veterans, the homeless, dementia and Alzheimer patients,
victims of abuse, and those with military related trauma endured both physically and
psychologically
9. Participates in Federal clinical initiatives such as the vaccination of Veterans, their
spouses and caregivers, and significant others in our outpatient and drive-through
clinics
10. Administers medications using recognized rights of medication administration and the
bar-code system, if available, including nebulizer treatments
11. Collects routine laboratory specimens following organizational policies and
procedures
12. Performs standard clinical diagnostic screenings such as, but not limited to, blood
glucose monitoring, bladder scanning, venipuncture (as needed), minor dressing
changes, and electrocardiograms
13. Certified, and administers American Heart Association basic life support (CPR,
cardiopulmonary resuscitation) as necessary
14. Assists with clinic orientation of new employees
15. Participates in clinic in-service programs
16. Participates in continuing and in-service education programs as provided by NMV AHCS
17. Adheres to patient teaching protocols as appropriate
18. Assumes responsibility for occupational growth and development and completes assignments
in the Federal Talent Management System (TMS) learning platform which can be offered
locally, regionally, and nationally

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday. 11:30am to 08:00pm
Compressed Tour: Not Available
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required
Duty Location: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90073

Requirements

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 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure 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: Must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).
• Education or Training: Must be a graduate of a practical or vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate State accrediting agency and/or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing at the time the program was completed by the applicant, or have you completed Health care education in the military service or training in the military service.

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations:

GS-6 Experience: Completion of at least one year at the GS 5 level or equivalent of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN, fully meeting all performance requirements for the GS 5 LPN and be technically proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations. Completed work needs only a general review by a registered nurse (RN) or physician (MD/DO) for appropriateness and conformity with established policies/procedures.

References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G13

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-3 to GS-6.

Physical Requirements: Moderate Lifting (up to 44 lbs.); Light Carrying (under 15 lbs.); reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Walking (Up to 3 hours); Standing (Up to 3 hours); Kneeling (Up to 1 hour)

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: . If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: .

Additional information

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.

Due to COVID-19, VA is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement. Management officials will provide information about returning to the official, pre-pandemic worksite, when applicable. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework depending upon the terms of your organization's telework policy and the duties of the position.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an .

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
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Location: Los Angeles, CA

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