Licensed Practical Nurse (Whole Health)

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical/License Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) GS-7 performs more complex nursing assignments within their practice setting. Possesses comprehensive practical nursing knowledge in specialized procedures and practices. The LPN/LVN work is of considerable difficulty and responsibility is performed under general supervision. Demonstrates the ability to exercise independent technical judgment. NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position.

The LPN/LVN GS-7 is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice. Possesses the knowledge and skills to carry out more specialized patient care activities. This knowledge base includes the use of Veteran care data to initiate active contributions to the Veteran's overall health plan. Knowledgeable of program regulations and performs objectives of the nursing program. Promotes and demonstrates nursing concepts in the Medical Center. Works in collaboration with the Registered Nurse (RN), and or Health Care Provider (HCP). Demonstrates the ability to work independently without the need for readily available supervision and communicates effectively with the Veteran, families, caregivers, professionals, and other supportive staff. Promotes therapeutic alliances between patients and their personal support persons by using health education interventions, health coaching, motivational interviewing, and self- care strategies. In addition, the Whole Health LPN refers patients to community resources to encourage, guide, and support health behavior changes that promote wellness and reduce the risk of chronic illness and adverse health events. The LPN is responsible for the facilitation of care coordination and integration of care of the whole health model by leading mind-body skills groups, workshops, and individual sessions for patients and staff to promote physical and emotional wellness, decrease burn-out, and improve morale. Provides Health and Wellness Clinical Coaching and Mind-Body Skills Training though various VHA approved methods that meets the patient need and preference, including telephonic, tele-video, electronic, in-person individual and group settings Documents care, coaching, and skills training provided, observations and responses on appropriate tools or forms, observing changes in patient's condition, personal health preferences and values, and readiness for change (e.g. behavior shifts, motivation, personalized health plan, etc.) Contacts eligible participants for enrollment and explains the health coaching process. Utilizes motivational interviewing and health coaching techniques and processes, learned through training, to assist veterans in developing a realistic plan to accomplish their goals. Knowledgeable in Complementary Integrative Health modalities to include Yoga, Tai Chi, and meditation classes. The Whole Health LPN coordinates with class instructors and organizes the scheduling of these classes. The LPN documents veteran class participation in the electronic health record and ensures workload capture. The LPN conducts outreach activities to inform Veterans, and family members, of available programs. They represent the VA Health Care System, and Integrated Health Program, at community programs and outreach events. VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Full time; 8am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday Relocation/Recruitment Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases 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)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 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 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.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.