Summary The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. The LTC Charles S. Kettles VA Medical Center is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse assigned to the Dermatology Clinic at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System within Ambulatory Care service. The tour for this position is: Monday-Friday, day shift. Responsibilities LPN Dermatology Sub-Specialty Clinic Duties Include, but are not limited to: Initiates, performs, and completes more complex assigned duties in providing care. Appropriately carries out assigned patient care based on the patents' conditions; to use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments; performs procedures and treatments in accordance with MD/DO advice; accurately recognize, report, and record relevant patient information pertaining to procedure or treatment plan. Work is completed independently, with a general review by a registered nurse or physician for appropriateness and conformity with established policies/procedures, as necessary. Observes, identifies and responds using holistic medicine techniques, to address patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care, and operative procedures (patient/family education). Recognizes and considers emotional, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and age-related factors to positively impact the patient's care plan. Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and performs more comprehensive, complex treatments, including assisting with surgical/invasive procedures, according to established policies/procedures. Observes, responds to, and reports any physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medication/treatments, deviations from normal to RN or MD/DO. Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent and emergent patient care situation, acts independently to decrease likelihood of harm, and initiates and participates in appropriate emergency interventions as directed. Expert knowledge and understanding of human behavior, patient motivations/reactions to situations, and ability utilize this knowledge in working with patients, family, and staff. Establishes constructive relationships patients and their families and promotes positive relationships, communication, and socialization skills. Fosters an environment of respect for individual patient and family rights to privacy and dignity in all care delivery. Exhibits leadership in incorporating knowledge and understanding of established customer service standards in all interactions with patients, family members, and other stakeholders. Performs support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or surgical/invasive procedures, which include preparing the patients, assisting in the comprehensive diagnostic examination, preparing and handling specialized instruments/equipment, and monitoring the patient's condition before, during and after the procedure. Serves as a preceptor/mentor in orienting, educating, and training less experienced LPNs/Nursing Assistants (NAs)/or Health Technicians (HTs) related to support duties for these more complex, specialized tests/procedures, and initiates activities to foster competent support staff. Actively seeks out educational opportunities and completes mandated training, and shares with staff. Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with VHA policy. Practices good customer service in all work activities. Deploys the use of specialized equipment, technology, and/or knowledge in procedures performed in the Dermatology Clinic. Work Schedule: Day Shift, Monday-Friday, 8 hour days. Tour hours to be determined by supervisor. Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 92235-A 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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). 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 evaluation 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 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. Qualifications Basic Requirements: Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. Education. Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the National League for Nursing [Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) at the time the program was completed by the applicant. Verification can be obtained from the State approving agency [or] the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006. Additional information may also be obtained from the NLNAC Website. Exceptions include: Health care education in the military service or training in the military service which is accepted by the licensing body in the jurisdiction in which the individual is licensed as qualifying for full LPN/LVN licensure will be accepted as meeting the education requirements for VHA employment. Individuals granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school. See paragraph 4, section C. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Licensure. Full, active, current, unrestricted licensure as a licensed practical or vocational nurse in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or District of Columbia. An LPN/LVN who has or has ever had, any license(s) revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions in chapter 3, section B, paragraph 16 of this part. English Language Proficiency. Licensed practical or vocational nurses appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in [both] spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d)
