LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

The Cheyenne VA Medical Center is seeking one (1) LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE in the Nursing, Geriatrics and Extended Care service at the Community Living Center (CLC). PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The LPN/LVN is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice. The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of an RN and is responsible for delivering direct patient care. The LPN will function at the top of his or her license. The LPN is responsible for observing, recording and reporting changes in the patient's condition, as well as assisting in the development and revision of the patient-driven holistic life care plan. The LPN demonstrates active collaboration, communication and problem solving with the entire CLC Care team, the Veteran, and family. The LPN has a broad working knowledge of practical nursing procedures. The LPN recognizes culture differences in patients and demonstrates ability to understand and respect the patients' cultural values, beliefs, and practices. The LPN is responsible for observing, recording and reporting changes in the patient's condition, as well as assisting in the development of the patient-driven holistic life care plan. The LPN will assist in direction patients in restorative techniques to preserve function and prevent complications through exercise, ambulation, gate training, bowel/bladder training, socialization, and ADL training. The LPN/LVN is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice. Technically proficient in initiating, performing, and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations. Knowledge and ability to appropriately carry out assigned patient care based on the patents' conditions; to use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments; and to accurately recognize, report and record relevant patient information. The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of an RN and is responsible for delivering direct patient care. The LPN will function at the top of his or her license. The LPN is responsible for observing, recording, and reporting changes in the patient's condition, as well as assisting in the development and revision of the patient-driven holistic life care plan. The LPN demonstrates active collaboration, communication and problem solving with the entire CLC Care team, the Veteran, and family. The LPN recognizes culture differences in patients and demonstrates ability to understand and respect the patients' cultural values, beliefs, and practices. The LPN is responsible for observing, recording, and reporting changes in the patient's condition, as well as assisting in the development of the patient-driven holistic life care plan. The LPN will assist in direction patients in restorative techniques to preserve function and prevent complications through exercise, ambulation, gate training, bowel/bladder training, socialization, and ADL training. Work Schedule: 12 hour shift that vary, per the needs of the service 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 contribu

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? Are you interested in a career that offers a true work-life balance? Look no further! Cheyenne VA Health Care System offers a perfect mix of professional growth and personal fulfillment. With opportunities to provide integrated, patient-centered care to Veterans using state-of-the-art methods, you can thrive professionally while enjoying life outside of work. Located in Cheyenne, Wyoming's capital and largest city, Cheyenne VA is located conveniently to stunning natural attractions like Curt Gowdy State Park, Medicine Bow National Forest, Pole Mountain, and Vedauwoo. These areas offer endless outdoor activities and host historic and cultural events, making Cheyen