The James A. Haley VA is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to work in Nursing Medicine Specialty Service. The Licensed Practical Nurse in the Nursing Medicine Service is a member of the nursing team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs assignments requiring licensure as a practical nurse. The LPN recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations, promotes virtual care modalities based on need, and is able to keep up with fast paced environment. Duties include but not limited to: Provides direct nursing care to the patients of Specialty Surgical and Medicine clinics. Document care provided, observations and responses on appropriate tools or forms observing changes in the patient's condition (e.g., behavior shifts, mood changes, skin coloring, appetite, etc.). Rooms patients/checks vital signs for clinic visits including group visits. Completes nurse-driven clinical reminders during check-in and informs the provider of any positive behavioral screens (via highlighting, communication sheets, or instant messaging. Performs clinical reminder driven patient education. Coaches patients in health behavior related changes. Rooms patients/checks vital signs and check blood sugars, EKGs, bladder scans, and other data collecting activities as indicated or ordered within scope of practice. Administers medications to be given in clinic if ordered including nebulizer treatments, injections (LPN). Administers and documents immunizations before and/or after visit with provider. Performs wound care within the scope of practice. Assists providers with exams/procedures. Patient education- glucometer skills, home blood pressure cuff, injection techniques, immunization education (LPN). Continues to assess and address the Veteran's care needs throughout his or her time in the clinic that day, recognizes and reports any changes in patient's condition that may be urgent or emergent, promptly responds and alerts to care team. Keeps the Veteran informed if the provider is running more than 15 minutes late and keeps Veteran updated regularly until seen by the provider. Assists the RN with patient care when needed. Assists with call backs for normal labs, follow up care calls, and general telephone education calls. Follows up with no-show patients to identify care needs and rationale for missed appointments. Follows-up with patient education and self-management based on provider recommendations in collaboration with the RN. Work Schedule: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, May vary depending on deployment and/or assigned facility needs Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Not Available Travel: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized NOTE: Prior to accepting a final employment offer, all selected applicants will be required to sign a Memorandum of Understanding regarding deployment responsibilities 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. 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 dentification 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 and maintain CDT physical readiness. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Must be able to meet physical demands which include strenuous physical activity to include carrying persons and equipment, walking long distances over difficult terrain, running, climbing, working long hours in primitive or arduous conditions, long periods of standing, and bending and stooping. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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