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CategoryHealthcare
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No of Jobs1
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Apply Before10/01/2025
Description
Licensed Practical Nurse
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - Tampa, FL
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Position: LPN at the Primary Care Annex Outpatient Clinic
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
Shift: Monday through Friday - 7:30 am to 4:00 pm or 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Work Type: On-Site
Location
Address:
City: Tampa
State: FL
ZIP Code:
Job Responsibilities
- Accountable to the Nurse Manager in the ambulatory care setting/Primary Care/PACT.
- Work under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN).
- Responsible for the treatment, observation, and care of the Veteran within the scope of LPN functions.
- Assist in overall PACT clinic management, functions, and operations.
- Facilitate patient flow and thorough check-in and checkout processes.
- Provide patient education and/or instructions.
- Demonstrate independent technical judgment and knowledge of complex practices and procedures.
- Assist RN and/or Provider to prioritize overall Veteran care needs.
- Administer prescribed medications/treatments according to established policies/procedures.
- Record administration and Veteran's response to medications/treatments received.
- Recognize potential urgent or emergent Veteran care situations and seek assistance as needed.
- Document care delivered and Veteran's response to care accurately and thoroughly.
Required Skills
Core Skills
- Proficient in patient care and practical nursing
- Ability to exercise independent technical judgment
- Knowledge of administering medications and treatments
- Ability to observe subtle physical and emotional changes in patients
- Strong documentation and communication skills
Preferred Skills
- Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in preventive health management
- Demonstrated leadership skills
Requirements
Experience: At least one (1) year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-6 level or equivalent.
Education: Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency.
License & Certification:
- Full, active, current and unrestricted licensure as a licensed practical or vocational nurse
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday - 7:30 am to 4:00 pm or 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
COVID-19 Requirements: Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required.
Benefits
- 37-50 days of annual paid time off per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays).
- Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment.
- Child care subsidy up to 25% for eligible children.
- Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions.
- Access to federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance.
Supplemental Pay
- Not specified
Special Notes
- Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply.
- Applicants may be required to serve a trial period.
- Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
- Selected applicants are subject to background/security investigation.
Facility Details
Name: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Description: Outpatient clinic providing care to Veterans.
Specialties:
- Ambulatory care
- Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT)
Mission: Not Specified
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