Licensed Practical Nurse - Wound & Ostomy Team

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Responsibilities This position will support the Wound & Ostomy Team which may be located in Seattle or American Lake depending on team needs. Duties may include, but not limited to: Advanced Clinical Practice: Independently performs complex wound care procedures, including advanced dressing applications, negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) support, and ostomy care, in accordance with provider orders and evidence-based protocols. Manages a dedicated LPN/LVN clinic grid (as appropriate), prioritizing care and completing all documentation and encounters in CPRS by the end of the day. Assists with wound cultures, lab coordination, and patient education related to wound healing, skin integrity, and ostomy management. Measures and fits patients for custom compression garments and stockings, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up. Leadership and Coordination: Serves as a clinical resource for other LPNs/LVNs and support staff in the wound care setting. Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and collaborates with PACT, Same Day, Vascular, and other specialty services to coordinate care. Supports curbside consults and facilitates communication between teams to ensure continuity of care. Escorts patients to other departments or the Emergency Department when necessary. Administrative and Communication Responsibilities: Responds to Outlook and Secure Messages, manages voicemails, and returns patient calls promptly and professionally. Updates the Wound & Ostomy Team using appropriate communication tools to ensure accurate information sharing across the team. Completes return-to-clinic (RTC) orders and assists with scheduling follow-up care. Quality Improvement and Education: Participates in wound care quality improvement initiatives, including data collection and tracking of pressure injuries and JPSRs. Assists with onboarding and mentoring of new staff, including orientation to wound care protocols and documentation standards. Maintains a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical environment, ensuring readiness for patient care. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 (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. 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

Created: 2025-11-24