Practical Nurse (Telehealth Clinical Technician)

The Cincinnati VA Medical Center is looking for a Licensed Practical/License Vocational Nurse. The LPN/LVN is considered a novice and performs within their functional statement under close supervision of the Nurse Manager or designee. The LPN is expected to comply with all mandated annual review requirements, rotate to clinical areas as assigned and take responsibility for attending in-services and continuing education. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The Cincinnati VA Medical Center (CVAMC) is a two-division campus located in Cincinnati, OH and Fort Thomas, KY serving 15 counties in Southwest OH, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana with 6 Community Based Outpatient Clinics located in Bellevue, KY; Florence, KY; Lawrenceburg, IN; Hamilton, OH; Clermont County, OH, and Georgetown, OH. The CVAMC also supports two off main campus locations in the Cincinnati area via an Eye Center and Mental Health Outreach Community Division. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties: Demonstrates the continued development of technical knowledge and skills that are complex in nature and that contribute to the veteran's treatment plan and support the successful completion of the Telehealth visit. Demonstrates understanding of the effects and/or reactions caused by medications, treatments, and procedures. Records and reports these observations. Uses video-conferencing technologies, telehealth technology and scheduling software to coordinate and connect staff, resources, patients and providers in the manner effective to delivery of services, patient care, education and training. Delivers fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies. Possesses knowledge and skills to perform practical nurse data collections, procedures, practices, and techniques at a level determined by the Qualification Standards. Possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to: Communicate and interact appropriately and courteously with internal and external customers; Maintain confidentiality of written, electronic, and verbal patient/employee information; Work and function within a safe manner including infection control and use of equipment; Assure that patient safety is paramount in all aspects of patient care; Integrate and apply pertinent aspects of the Outpatient Clinic performance improvement program into his/her professional practice; Utilize nursing research and literature in practice; Integrate and apply aspects of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations National Patient Safety Goals as applicable to their area of practice; Schedule appointments for patients in collaboration with team members to ensure that all patients are scheduled within time constraints established by ACA guidelines and VHA policies especially adhering to priority access for service connected and OEF/OIF veteran populations. Administers medications accurately and promptly under the general supervision of a registered nurse. Demonstrates the ability to plan and organize assignments. Identifies subtle changes in patient condition, both physical and emotional. Demonstrates practical knowledge of human behavior, motivation and reactions to situations, reports these in a timely manner and initiates appropriate action. Participates in team meetings. Demonstrates nursing practice with clinical supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Restocks supplies as needed and maintains security of controlled items such as needles and syringes. Meets the needs of all customers while supporting the Medical Center and Service missions. Communicates consistently and treats customers (patients, visitors, volunteers, and all Medical Center staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Provides the customers with consistent information according to established policies and procedures. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately. Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who 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 whole health care to Veterans? "VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission St