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About the Role

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider. You will collaborate with the core PACT Team and expanded PACT Team to develop patient care plans.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care, physical examinations, and ancillary tests.
• Performs annual and routine nursing assessments and authorized preventive health services.
• Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions.
• Operates diagnostic equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests and treatments.
• Dresses wounds and incisions, interprets physician’s instructions, and assists with emergencies.
• Collects lab specimens for testing and may perform waived laboratory tests.
• Cleans treatment rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Submits laboratory and radiology results to medical providers.
• Inputs all patients’ information into VISTA/CPRS.
• Completes clinical reminders due at the time of each patient visit.
• May assist with front desk for check-in, check-out, and phone coverage.
• Assists in co-managed care collaboration with non-VA providers and facilities.
• Provides patient and family health education with a focus on self-management, prevention, wellness, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Maintains confidentiality of veterans’ data and information.
• Complies with all VA and company training requirements.
• Fulfills compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, and lab compliance.
• Remains focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through specified VA guidelines.
• Provides excellent customer service to each veteran, colleagues, and clinic visitors.
• Establishes and maintains a warm, welcoming, and professional atmosphere.
• Collaborates with Clinic leadership to resolve veteran concerns or complaints.
• Participates in clinic outreach events to support enrollment initiatives.
• Supports patient enrollment and retention in appointments, follow-up visits, or nurse visits.

Requirements

• Diploma or certificate from an accredited program of practical or vocational nursing.
• Minimum one-year experience as an LPN/LVN in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare environment preferred.
• Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) as specified by individual VAMC contract.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Strong computer skills, including EMR experience.
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor.
• This is considered a safety-sensitive position.

Skills

• EMR experience

Location

• Oswego, NY

Work Type

• Outpatient

Experience Level

• Minimum one-year experience

Education Level

• Diploma or certificate of an accredited program of practical or vocational nursing

Equal Opportunity

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.