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* Demonstrates the following core informatics functions to include content management, application support, health information technology system optimization, enterprise data management, business architecture management, partnership management, requirements management, and change management.

* The RN functions directly to support the activities of the local Office of Community Care (LOCC).

* The Community Care Registered Nurse is responsible for the planning, integrating, implementing, modifying and evaluating the effectiveness of the Veteran's care.

* The LOCC foundational elements will serve to support delivery of high quality, timely care to the Veteran receiving services in the community.

* The Community Care RN is the lead of the integrated care team established by the VA Community Care Operating Model.

* He/she is responsible for providing clinical leadership and expertise on community care processes and regulations.

* The Registered Nurse will serve as a liaison to both internal and external providers and will be responsible for managing the care of the Veteran and the seamless transition to and from the community.

* He/she possesses the knowledge related to VHA guidelines, utilization review criteria, current evidence-based standards of care, compliance guidelines and local policy related to Delegation of Authority as established by the facility Chief of Staff. Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in unit/program level quality improvement processes and initiatives as well as customer service programs.

*The incumbent is responsible to the assigned grading and approving Health Informatics Supervisor and is accountable to the appropriate member of the facility executive leadership team.

* The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, or community.


VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
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)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
Telework: Available per agency policy.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

The VISN 15 Network Office is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Overall responsibility for the development and employment of strategies that ensure effective coordination, integration and implementation throughout Environmental Management.
• Reviews and evaluates technical data, directives and guidance developed by private industry and government contractors, relevant to all aspects of the environmental programs, and keeps management informed of significant changes and/or problems which may impact the accomplishment of the VA mission.
• Visits medical centers, healthcare centers and clinics to determine efficiency of environmental programs and projects and makes recommendations for corrective actions.
• Consults and coordinates with environmentalists, engineers, economists, scientists and lawyers who are also considered subject matter experts.
• Serves as an advisor to the Network Director, recommends policy direction and provides program oversight on assigned areas of responsibility.
• Serves as a clearinghouse for facilitating the accurate and timely external regulatory reporting of environmental information to federal, state and local agencies, and internal VA and VHA EMS (ISO 14001 Environmental Management System) compliance reporting and national deficiency tracking (CP-TRACK database).
• Evaluates the VISN Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) program effectiveness and compliance with applicable U.S. environmental and waste management laws and regulations, and VA/VHA directives and technical requirements, by conducting or coordinating comprehensive facility environmental audits and periodic surveys to identify regulatory deficiencies and program gaps, and to recommend corrective actions.
• Audits or surveys include a review of environmental program documentation (e.g., permit applications, permit-required monitoring reports [e.g., wastewater]; hazardous waste manifests and land disposal restriction notifications).
• Routinely reviews and identifies program deficiencies and regulatory vulnerabilities and determines and pursues appropriate corrective actions.

Serves as a Medication Technician in a Federal Bureau of Prisons Institution.

Responsible for the administration and distribution of medication to inmates in various locations, including the Health Services Unit, Special Housing Units, or other designated areas within the institution.

Administers medications to include but not limited to Oral, Topical, Nebulized, Meter Dose Inhaler, and Insulin, in a manner consistent with nationally recognized safe medical practices, to include accurate identification of the patient, medication, dosage, time, and route.

Reports and records adverse medication reactions.

Assists Pharmacist or other appropriate staff member in a variety of pharmacy related activities, including, but not limited to, entry of physician orders into a computerized pharmacy information system, preparation of medications for Pharmacist review, preparation of medication administration records, storage and inventory of pharmacy supplies, etc.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Major duties and responsibilities include:

- Oversees, guides, manages and integrates supply chain operations across the organization;
- Plans and coordinates fiscal, acquisition, clinical and administrative operations;
- Establishes, monitors and manages the performance and measurement of logistics functions for all aspects of the supply chain;
- Conducts logistics audits, compliance reviews and program effectiveness/efficiency reviews;
- Manages all activities involved in the supply chain management to include sourcing, procurement and logistics management activities;
- Responsible for linking major business functions and processes within the organization into a cohesive and high performing business model;
- Forecast planning and budget execution for supplies, subsistence, durable medical equipment, medical gases, expendable/non-expendable and capital equipment, inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation and distribution;
- Leads and/or participates in regular meetings, ensuring logistics needs and requirements are being met;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework: Not Suitable
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Logistics Management Specialist (Asst Chief) / PD19130O
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
Financial Discloser Report: Not required

Major duties and responsibilities include:

- Oversees, guides, manages and integrates supply chain operations across the organization;
- Plans and coordinates fiscal, acquisition, clinical and administrative operations;
- Establishes, monitors and manages the performance and measurement of logistics functions for all aspects of the supply chain;
- Conducts logistics audits, compliance reviews and program effectiveness/efficiency reviews;
- Manages all activities involved in the supply chain management to include sourcing, procurement and logistics management activities;
- Responsible for linking major business functions and processes within the organization into a cohesive and high performing business model;
- Forecast planning and budget execution for supplies, subsistence, durable medical equipment, medical gases, expendable/non-expendable and capital equipment, inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation and distribution;
- Leads and/or participates in regular meetings, ensuring logistics needs and requirements are being met;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework: Not Suitable
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Logistics Management Specialist (Asst Chief)/ PD19130O
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
Financial Discloser Report: Not required

The Associate Chief Nurse (ACN) provides senior leadership and oversight for daily clinical and administrative operations within nursing as directed by the Associate Director for Patient Care Services
(ADPCS.) The ACN supports the integration and collaboration of nursing with other professional
disciplines and functional areas in the mutual achievement of patient-centered and organizational goals. They champion a High Reliability Organization (HRO) with a culture of safety founded on a systems approach to developing evidence-based health care solutions based on prevention, not punishment, with collective mindfulness.

The ACN collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, including other program and service leaders at the facility and network. They work closely to establish and maintain effective relationships with all levels of Veteran Affairs (VA) staff nationwide. The ACN relates effectively with customers, families, and the community as well as program and service leaders at the local and network levels. They assist the ADPCS with healthcare operations and the functions and activities expected of them. The ACN contributes ideas and recommendations for the establishment of standards of care, policies, and objectives for the enhancement of nursing.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards
Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
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)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
Telework: Ad - Hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

• Reads and interprets prescriptions/orders accurately, obtains proper medication or material in the proper strength and dosage form; determines proper amount and counts, pours, or measures the medications; affixes proper label; and records required data on electronically or via the Pharmacy's copy of prescription/order. After a final check by a pharmacist, dispenses medication correctly per protocols.
• Ensure deliveries of medications are made prior to the specified times outlined by the supervisor or pharmacist. If unable to complete by specified time, communicates to appropriate peer, pharmacist, or supervisor prior to the deadline.
• Inventories replenished emergency carts without a second view. Collects drug use evaluation data for quality improvements purposes. Operates and maintains complicated pharmacy equipment (including routine cleaning on equipment).
• Establish knowledge of hospital computer system(s) currently in use by the facility (examples: electronic health record, automated dispensing equipment, etc.) and execute troubleshooting or technical support as required. Understands downtime contingencies.
• After prescription/order(s) are reviewed by a pharmacist for therapeutic propriety, reviews orders for technical accuracy and converts the order, if necessary, so that the item dispensed corresponds to the drug and dose ordered.
• Answers questions from pharmacy and non-pharmacy personnel regarding drug distribution. Identifies basic therapeutic problems such as duplicate therapy with drugs in the same class and alerts the pharmacist to the possible need for clinical intervention.
• Monitors refrigerator temperature daily in assigned areas.
• Conducts periodic ward inspection of clinic care areas, nursing medication rooms, and/or Pharmacy areas as assigned.
• Maintains, verifies, stocks, and replaces outdates in patient care area automated dispensing machines.
• Routinely delivers to all medication areas within the Hines Campus and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC)s as assigned.

The Marion VA Health Care System is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
Places and receives local calls; places and receives regular and special long distance calls over commercial circuits, tie lines, or other systems and various networks, consisting of wide area commercial system, a civilian Federal system, and a Federal overseas exchange system; provides directory service assistance to callers by retrieving organizational information from computerized directory databases; keeps records of calls for computing charges; provides primary or alternate routing service for high precedence calls; handles calls of varying precedence and preempting circuits if necessary; keeps statistics on system use to inform management of trends concerning capacity and utilization, operates associated equipment. Places personal calls (LD) for senior employees, physicians, bed-restricted patients, and visiting dignitaries and other personnel at the facility.

Prepares and records long distance and local information regarding the facility's communications management system and other special telephone studies utilizing toll tickets and summary sheets, as required. Makes periodic peg counts of all types of traffic including incoming, outgoing, off-net, information, and other types. Totals monthly tickets and files with appropriate data at the end of the month.

Monitors vital circuits and incoming emergency type calls such as those to security, the police, the fire department, etc., to assure call completion and proper disposition. Responsible for issuing emergency keys and for the security of the Dial Central Office (DCO) after normal duty hours. Serves as telephone trouble desk operator after normal duty hours, reporting all emergency communication outages to the maintenance section. Responsible for retrieving and/or updating relevant information in computerized databases using detailed procedural instructions and established guidelines pertaining to customers assistance, record keeping, and call receiving, placing, and monitoring.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Various hours between 7:00AM - 6:00PM
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for adhoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Telephone Operator Comm Care/PD05207A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

• Responsible for the monitoring of HAS functions performed by HAS and Non-HAS staff.
• Participates in data validation activities which include the analysis of resource allocation data, extracting workload and funding information, which impacts the hospital as well as those areas supported by HAS software (e.g., outpatient clinics, bed services, etc.)
• Develops and implements ongoing monitors relative to RPM data validation to ascertain the accuracy of data provided to VA Headquarters for allocation purposes.
• Presents findings of these monitors to management, service chiefs, physicians, and others who would benefit from this information.
• Responsible for determining and granting access to HAS VISTA software applications.
• Coordinates granting of access to Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) databases for purpose of eligibility determination.
• Responsible for local support of National Enrollment software and activities.
• Coordinates workload capture and transmissions from all treatment locations and services, including remote Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) ensuring successful workload transmission prior to established close out dates.
• Assists staff in analyzing workload trends, projecting inpatient and outpatient activities, compares and contrasts current and historical budget and workload data.
• Reviews, verifies, and analyzes data submitted for consistency with financial and program objectives and assures adherence to VA and VISN directives.
• Responsible for generation and validation of data collected as it relates to HAS and makes statistical analyses of the data collected. Reliability of this function is key to VlSN in measurement of the Medical Center.
• Ensures that all HAS-related VISTA patches are installed in a timely manner, coordinating efforts with Information Management service.
• Serves as site administrator for the PRN system and is responsible for managing and updating the system.
• All other duties as assigned.

The Lead MSA is assigned to a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model within the Marion VA Health Care System. The Lead MSA monitors work assignments, provides input on performance, resolves daily workplace issues and maintains efficient workflow. Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to: assuring coverage of all areas of responsibility; conducting ongoing reviews to ensure quality of work and that staff are in compliance with applicable policies and procedures i.e., Scheduling Directive, Patient Information Collection Management (PICM), Insurance Capture, Pre-Registration, Open Encounter management, etc.; ensuring accurate and timely scheduling of appointments by conducting and documenting routine scheduling audits; providing guidance to staff members to include changes in policies and procedures; distributing and balancing workload; creating and maintaining employee work schedules; orienting and providing on-the-job training for new and current employees; ensuring all training requirements are met; organizing the work structure of his/her assigned areas; and acting as liaison between MSAs and staff in order to resolve day to day conflicts.

Other assignments include, but are not limited to:

• Provide training, mentoring and coaching to other frontline MSAs
• Assist with cancelling, rescheduling and notifying patients as requested
• Ensure coverage for PACT MSAs when on scheduled or unscheduled leave
• Maintain and assist with clinic access contingency plans by adjusting appointment times, location or dates
• Maintain and assist with cancelling and rescheduling patients for various clinics in supervisor's absence.

The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Medicine Specialty Clinics within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL.

The incumbent will primarily be assigned to the Medical Specialty Department administering nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. The incumbent may be required to rotate tours and duties during low/high census or complete administrative tasks established by the immediate supervisor.

Not all duties may be listed, so other duties may be assigned.

The incumbent is responsible to ensure the highest possible quality of care is achieved and that a safe therapeutic environment is provided.

The incumbent provides care that is in accordance with established standards, hospital policies and procedures.

The incumbent communicates with patients, family members, internal and external co-workers and customers in a courteous, tactful, helpful, and understanding manner. He/she is administratively responsible to the Nurse Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: These positions require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If selected, Applicants will provide proof of current certifications prior to employment. Only BLS certification which included Automated External Defibrillator (AED) obtained from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Treatment Training Network (MTN) will be accepted.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal holidays.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact VISN15EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Functions of the Position:
The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, will be involved in the independent professional practice of pharmacy in accordance with the guidance set forth in FHCC policies and procedures, VA/DoD regulations, and state and federal laws governing the practice of pharmacy. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, may be scheduled and assigned to all areas of pharmacy practice and must possess the required knowledge and skills in order to perform the required functions. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, is responsible for both direct and indirect patient care, patient education, drug therapy monitoring, quality assurance, staff education, and consultation, and acts as pharmacy liaison with physicians and other health practitioners. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, promotes and manages drug therapy based on current clinical knowledge that is consistent with policies established at the National, VISN, and local levels.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Program Manager

• Ensures compliance with USP<797> Pharmaceutical Compounding Preparations, USP<800> Hazardous Drugs - Handling in Healthcare Settings, USP<795> Pharmaceutical Compounding - Nonsterile Preparations, VHA Inpatient Services Directives, Policies, and Handbooks relating to CSPs, VHA Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) Guidance for CSPs, Guidelines for Safe Preparation of Sterile Compounding (2013) published by Institute of Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), American Society of Heath-System Pharmacists(ASHP), and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, or any other accrediting bodies or best practices recommends are require for safe compounding of CSP and handling of hazardous drugs (HD)for all activities and functions for the CSPs. Ensures the pharmacy service has written procedures for compliance with these standards.
• Ensures that the decision to outsource CSP prescriptions or to prepare CSPs in the medical facility pharmacy follows the VHA PBM decision-making hierarchy
• Ensures the competency of Pharmacy personnel in the preparation and handling of sterile and non-sterile compounded products as required by USP <795>, <797>, and <800>standards. Monitors pharmacy staff trainings are maintained and documented with acceptable skills & competency and assists with training all incoming pharmacy personnel on all matters related to the compounding CSPs, HDs, and IV room procedures.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Inpatient Pharmacy (and Outpatient Pharmacies, when applicable) for the IV room, compounding CSPs and non-sterile preparations, develops policies and procedures for the Hospital for safe handling of HD, conducts training, and provides educational in-services

• Is directly involved in the design, implementation, and monitoring of therapeutic drug plans to achieve definite outcomes through direct interactions with patients and providers in assigned areas.
• Obtains medication histories from patients and summarizes significant findings in the patient medical record and/or to the provider as appropriate.
• Actively involved in reviewing patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes as required. Communicates findings with prescribers and provides appropriate alternatives to current treatment plans as needed.

• Provide annual training for all pharmacy staff in aseptic technique, pharmaceutical calculations, position specific competencies, and reviews modules and updates as needed.
• Provides accurate and adequate orientation and explanation of policies and procedures regarding sterile and non-sterile compounded preparations, IV admixture program, and performance improvement to pharmacy employees.
• Conduct and/or participate in an ongoing in-service education program for pharmacy personnel and other medical personnel as required.
• Provide training for incoming pharmacy personnel, and assure competency prior to full assignment.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in pharmacy practice and drug therapy by reading the pharmacy and medical literature and participating in continuing education programs.
• Responsible for providing the FHCC staff with accurate, comprehensive information about drugs and their use and shall serve as the FHCC primary resource for meeting its drug information responsibilities.
• Serves as a preceptor and role model for pharmacy resident and or students during their rotations and in accordance with established protocols.

Functions of the Position:
The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, will be involved in the independent professional practice of pharmacy in accordance with the guidance set forth in FHCC policies and procedures, VA/DoD regulations, and state and federal laws governing the practice of pharmacy. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, may be scheduled and assigned to all areas of pharmacy practice and must possess the required knowledge and skills in order to perform the required functions. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, is responsible for both direct and indirect patient care, patient education, drug therapy monitoring, quality assurance, staff education, and consultation, and acts as pharmacy liaison with physicians and other health practitioners. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, promotes and manages drug therapy based on current clinical knowledge that is consistent with policies established at the National, VISN, and local levels.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Program Manager

• Ensures compliance with USP<797> Pharmaceutical Compounding Preparations, USP<800> Hazardous Drugs - Handling in Healthcare Settings, USP<795> Pharmaceutical Compounding - Nonsterile Preparations, VHA Inpatient Services Directives, Policies, and Handbooks relating to CSPs, VHA Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) Guidance for CSPs, Guidelines for Safe Preparation of Sterile Compounding (2013) published by Institute of Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), American Society of Heath-System Pharmacists(ASHP), and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, or any other accrediting bodies or best practices recommends are require for safe compounding of CSP and handling of hazardous drugs (HD)for all activities and functions for the CSPs. Ensures the pharmacy service has written procedures for compliance with these standards.
• Ensures that the decision to outsource CSP prescriptions or to prepare CSPs in the medical facility pharmacy follows the VHA PBM decision-making hierarchy
• Ensures the competency of Pharmacy personnel in the preparation and handling of sterile and non-sterile compounded products as required by USP <795>, <797>, and <800>standards. Monitors pharmacy staff trainings are maintained and documented with acceptable skills & competency and assists with training all incoming pharmacy personnel on all matters related to the compounding CSPs, HDs, and IV room procedures.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Inpatient Pharmacy (and Outpatient Pharmacies, when applicable) for the IV room, compounding CSPs and non-sterile preparations, develops policies and procedures for the Hospital for safe handling of HD, conducts training, and provides educational in-services

• Is directly involved in the design, implementation, and monitoring of therapeutic drug plans to achieve definite outcomes through direct interactions with patients and providers in assigned areas.
• Obtains medication histories from patients and summarizes significant findings in the patient medical record and/or to the provider as appropriate.
• Actively involved in reviewing patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes as required. Communicates findings with prescribers and provides appropriate alternatives to current treatment plans as needed.

• Provide annual training for all pharmacy staff in aseptic technique, pharmaceutical calculations, position specific competencies, and reviews modules and updates as needed.
• Provides accurate and adequate orientation and explanation of policies and procedures regarding sterile and non-sterile compounded preparations, IV admixture program, and performance improvement to pharmacy employees.
• Conduct and/or participate in an ongoing in-service education program for pharmacy personnel and other medical personnel as required.
• Provide training for incoming pharmacy personnel, and assure competency prior to full assignment.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in pharmacy practice and drug therapy by reading the pharmacy and medical literature and participating in continuing education programs.
• Responsible for providing the FHCC staff with accurate, comprehensive information about drugs and their use and shall serve as the FHCC primary resource for meeting its drug information responsibilities.
• Serves as a preceptor and role model for pharmacy resident and or students during their rotations and in accordance with established protocols.

The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Medicine Specialty Clinics within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL.

The incumbent will primarily be assigned to the Medical Specialty Department administering nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. The incumbent may be required to rotate tours and duties during low/high census or complete administrative tasks established by the immediate supervisor.

Not all duties may be listed, so other duties may be assigned.

The incumbent is responsible to ensure the highest possible quality of care is achieved and that a safe therapeutic environment is provided.

The incumbent provides care that is in accordance with established standards, hospital policies and procedures.

The incumbent communicates with patients, family members, internal and external co-workers and customers in a courteous, tactful, helpful, and understanding manner. He/she is administratively responsible to the Nurse Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: These positions require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If selected, Applicants will provide proof of current certifications prior to employment. Only BLS certification which included Automated External Defibrillator (AED) obtained from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Treatment Training Network (MTN) will be accepted.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal holidays.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact VISN15EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Medicine Specialty Clinics within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL.

The incumbent will primarily be assigned to the Medical Specialty Department administering nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. The incumbent may be required to rotate tours and duties during low/high census or complete administrative tasks established by the immediate supervisor.

Not all duties may be listed, so other duties may be assigned.

The incumbent is responsible to ensure the highest possible quality of care is achieved and that a safe therapeutic environment is provided.

The incumbent provides care that is in accordance with established standards, hospital policies and procedures.

The incumbent communicates with patients, family members, internal and external co-workers and customers in a courteous, tactful, helpful, and understanding manner. He/she is administratively responsible to the Nurse Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: These positions require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If selected, Applicants will provide proof of current certifications prior to employment. Only BLS certification which included Automated External Defibrillator (AED) obtained from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Treatment Training Network (MTN) will be accepted.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal holidays.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact VISN15EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized