Practical Nurse

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - Wilmington, DE

Job Title: Practical Nurse

Position: LPN at Wilmington VA Medical Center

Job Type: Full Time

Pay:

Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Work Type: On-Site

Address:

City: Wilmington

State: DE

ZIP Code:

Provide nursing care to patients with chronic, acute, and terminal health problems, under minimal supervision of a registered nurse/provider.
Implement basic and advanced LPN procedures as defined by policies and procedures of WVAMC.
Collect data on the physical and psychological needs of assigned patients and assist in prioritizing immediate needs.
Safely handle, prepare, administer, and record medications and treatments in accordance with policy.
Recognize subtle abnormal signs and symptoms and/or changes in patients' condition and notify the RN Care Manager.
Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
Provide patient and family health education and execute skills, such as motivational interviewing to promote self-management.
Perform nursing care procedures and support duties for complex diagnostic tests and specialized practices.
Document care appropriately in CPRS and clear all clinical reminders.
Perform venipuncture and handle lab specimens according to WVAMC policies.
Establish professional relationships with patients and co-workers.
Serve as a mediator for patient, families, and colleagues to improve communication.
Report potential or actual medication errors to supervising RN timely.
Identify infection control issues and intervene appropriately.

Experience: At least 1 year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent.

Education: Graduate of an approved school of practical or vocational nursing.

License & Certification:

Active, full, current and unrestricted licensure as a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse.

Schedule:

COVID-19 Requirements: Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required.

U.S. Citizenship is required to apply.
All applicants are subject to urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
May require serving a probationary period.