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Licensed Practical Nurse- VA Community Living Center
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 12 days ago
About the Role
At the Fargo VA Health Care System, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses play a vital role in helping Veterans achieve their highest functional potential. In this restorative care setting, you will use advanced practical nursing skills, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and make a meaningful impact on the health, safety, and independence of those who served our nation
What You'll Do
- →The LPN GS-7 work is of considerable difficulty and responsibility is performed under general supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or provider.
- →The LPN is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Community Living Center clinic and possesses the knowledge and skills for ongoing support, and role development of the LPN.
- →Individuals in these positions will be self-directed in planning, implementing and evaluating tasks and programs assigned.
- →In this restorative nursing role, you will provide specialized, hands-on care that supports Veterans' physical, emotional, and therapeutic goals.
- →Working both independently and alongside Registered Nurses and other health professionals, you will help guide mobility, medication administration, rehabilitation techniques, and continuity of care.
- →This position offers the opportunity to build strong clinical judgment while making a direct difference in Veterans' daily functioning and quality of life.
- →Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major Duties include, but are not limited to: Performs specialized practical nursing care and adapts procedures based on patient condition.
- →Applies restorative nursing concepts to support Veteran functioning in the Community Living Center and Medical Center.
- →Reports and documents significant patient information accurately and consistently.
- →Collaborates with rehabilitation disciplines to meet Veterans' therapeutic goals.
- →Prepares and administers medications and monitors patients for physical or emotional changes.
- →Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
- →Assesses and supports continuity of care by identifying needs for supplies and equipment.
- →Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team regarding equipment and restorative modalities.
Requirements
- ✓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 trial period.
- ✓Subject to background/security investigation.
- ✓Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- ✓Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 1786e7aa-2544-4952-b57e-ede291802b88
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