Licensed Practical Nurse

The Licensed Practical Nurse position is in Neurology Service as part of the Headache Centers of Excellence (HCoE) at the West Haven Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC) located in West Haven, CT. This position is full time at 40 hours per week.

VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The individual filling this position will work closely with the Headache Center of Excellence (HCoE), which includes a multidisciplinary team with staff from Neurology, Pharmacy, Psychology, Nursing, and Physical and Rehabilitative Medicine Services, as well as lnterfacility sites. Duties include, but are not limited to: Recognizes and quickly responds to emergency situations and makesappropriate and timely interventions. Observes and reports on patient's status and records objective and subjective data in the patient's record. Demonstrates the ability to observe, identify, and respond to patient needs for nursing, medication and equipment assisted care and to recognize deviations from normal. Actively contributes to the interdisciplinary team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's treatment plan and promotes patient participation by fostering self-reliance and independence. Performs support duties for diagnostic or treatment procedures which may include preparing the patient, assisting in the procedure, preparing and passing materials, and monitoring the patient's condition. Assists in scheduling and monitoring patients receiving care in the HCoE Infusion Center (in the ATU} and who are receiving specialized headache treatment on the inpatient Neurology service. Communicates and identifies anticipated patient care problems or problems which may impede the patient care. Identifies and contributes to the learning and cultural needs of patients which may be influenced by differences in social, religious customs and dietary habits. LPN assigned to HCoE will perform duties which may include but not limited to: 1. Scheduling appointments. 2. Coordinating with support staff in Neurology to manage patients who are seen both in HCoE and General Neurology or Neurology Subspecialty clinics. 3. Monitoring the TMP system used for interfacility scheduling, and managing this program for providers who see consults throughout VISN-1 4. Collaborate with providers and GPM regarding clinic profile management and performance improvement initiatives, including clinic slot utilization, reducing no-show rates, and addressing open encounters. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 689-F08720 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): 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.