LICENSED PRACTICAL/VOCATIONAL NURSE MENTAL HEALTH/MHRRTP

The primary purpose of the LPN/ LVN is to perform assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, positive customer service and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the veteran. The LPN/LVN also performs assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, outstanding customer service, and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the veteran.

Duties and responsibilities of the LICENSED PRACTICAL/VOCATIONAL NURSE MENTAL HEALTH/MHRRTP include, but are not limited to: Provides recovery-oriented care and implements interventions based on the Veteran's goal(s) in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and Veteran. Utilizes evidence-based tools in the assessment and measurement of symptoms of mental health and substance use disorders (e.g. CIWA, COWS, PHQ-9, GAD-7, CSSRS). Utilizes best practice in the management of Veterans at risk for suicide. Evaluates psychosocial functioning. Triages Veteran needs as they arise Has knowledge and understanding of program regulations and is able to carry out objectives of the Nursing program. In doing this, follows the guidelines to meet and maintain program requirements Provides direct nursing care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings Documents care provided; observations and responses on appropriate tools or forms, observing changes in patient's condition (e.g., behavior shifts, mood changes, skin coloring, appetite, etc.) Based on assigned area, performs nursing care procedures (e.g., sterile techniques, blood glucose monitoring, catheterization, suctioning, wound care, colostomy care, tube feeding, tracheotomy care, oxygen therapy, deep breathing and coughing, and specimen collection) according to policy, guidelines, and oversight from senior nursing staff. Complies with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for pretreatment/cleaning Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) in applicable patient care setting. Recognizes the patient's autonomy and promotes independence by means of respect, limit setting and individualized treatment Communicates information in a calm, non-judgmental, and non-threatening manner. Takes and accurately records vital signs, height and weight and records in Electronic Health Record. Assists health care providers with procedures by assembling equipment, positioning/holding the patient, and/or handling equipment/instruments. Prepares patient for diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures Uses appropriate therapeutic interventions tor all patients. Recognizes and appropriately responds to patients who require nursing care, e.g., seriously ill, disturbed, confused, and/or wandering Promotes performance improvement initiatives, identifies problems, collects data, and supports change Identifies, reports and documents changes in patient's behavior or condition to the RN and appropriate collaborative treatment team members Participates in structured activities (e.g., groups, orientation, and diversional activities),based on patient care needs Participates in the interdisciplinary treatment team meeting process, including sharing observations and patient's responses to interventions Responsible for participating within unit based and/or organizational level Shared Governance councils, utilizing clinical expertise, evidence-based practice, and knowledge to assist with finding solutions to problems or issues to improve the quality care provided to veterans VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 7:30am - 8:00pm This is a FT, Temp Appt, NTE 5/1/2028 Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized to highly qualified and eligible new federal appointees or former federal employees with at least a 90-day break in service. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 21004F, 21005F, 21006F, 21007F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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 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. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 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.