Practical Nurse (Primary Care) Garner VA Clinic

Summary The primary purpose of the LPN/LVN 6 in the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Garner VA Clinic 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. Responsibilities The incumbent participates in implementing the healthcare plan by performing tasks delegated by and performed under the supervision and directions of an RN. The incumbent must complete a competency based orientation and annual mandatory review. Daily assignment, supervision, and review of work for technical soundness and conformity to policy, procedure, and standards are provided by the RN. The incumbent performs duties of the position in a manner that is appropriate to the age of patients/families served. The Veteran population ranges from 18 years and over, through the geriatric life span. 1. Technically proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations. 2. Knowledge and ability to appropriately carry out assigned patient care based on the patents' conditions; to use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments; and to accurately recognize, report and record relevant patient information. Completed work should need only a general review by a registered nurse or physician for appropriateness and conformity with established policies/ procedures. 3. Ability to observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for care including medication equipment-assisted care and (patient/family education). In organizing and delivering care, the LPN/LPN/LVN recognized and considers emotional, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and age-related factors. 4. Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures. Observes for physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medication/treatments, promptly and accurately documenting noted changes, and reporting any deviations from normal to RN or LIP. 5. Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent and emergent patient care situation, seek assistance of the RN and/or LIP, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed. Performed other assigned duties. VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hour tours between the hours of 7am-6: 00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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. Must pass pre-employment physical 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

Created: 2026-02-05