Licensed Practical Nurse - Community Living Center

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

erie, PA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$3–$6 Per Hour
SKILLS
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Acute Care, Ambulatory Care, Cardiac Arrest, Career Counseling, Catheterization, Clinical Assessment, Coaching, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, Diabetes, Disciplinary Action, Disease, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrocardiogram, Electronic Medical Records, Emergency Response, English Language, Equipment Safety, Federal Assistance, Federal Government, Fitness, Government, Government Organizations, HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure), Healthcare, Hospital, Human Resources, Incident Response, Laboratory Analysis, Legal, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Long-Term Care, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Medications, Military, National League for Nursing (NLN), Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Nursing Home, Nursing Management, Order Picking/Packing, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Physical Demands, Prescription Drugs, Prosthetics, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality of Care, Record Keeping, Reference Verification, Registered Nurse (RN), Reporting Skills, Specimen Collection, Subcutaneous Injections, Training/Teaching, Vaccination, Volunteer Experience, Wound Care
LOCATION
erie, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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MENU Sign inNEWMy jobsProfileResumes & documentsSearch preferencesNotifications NEWSign outMy jobsProfileResumes & documentsNotifications NEWSearch preferencesSign outEventsHelp CenterSearch Keywords Location or Remote Search Search tips Back to resultsApplyLicensed Practical Nurse - Community Living CenterDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Health AdministrationErie VA Medical CenterApply Print Share Save Summary This job is open to Duties Requirements How you will be evaluated Required documents How to apply SummaryThis is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT for Licensed Practical Nurses LPN vacancies in the Community Living Center CLC at the Erie VA Medical Center & will remain open until 12312025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 11242025 with subsequent cut-off dates weekly. LPN is responsible for providing competent evidence-based care to assigned patients and oversight of licensed vocational nursesnursing assistants as appropriate to the setting.SummaryThis is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT for Licensed Practical Nurses LPN vacancies in the Community Living Center CLC at the Erie VA Medical Center & will remain open until 12312025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 11242025 with subsequent cut-off dates weekly. LPN is responsible for providing competent evidence-based care to assigned patients and oversight of licensed vocational nursesnursing assistants as appropriate to the setting.OverviewHelpOpen & closing dates 11142025 to 12312025 Salary45968 to - 79953 per year Pay scale & gradeGS 3 - 6Location10 vacancies in the following location Erie PA Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potential6 Job family Series 0620 Practical Nurse Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceOtherDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive NSLow RiskTrust determination processCredentialingSuitabilityFitnessFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberCBSZ-12831182-26-TGControl number850047500This job is open toHelpThe public U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Veterans Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse widow widower or parent of a veteran who may be eligible for derived preference Clarification from the agencyThis position is currently open to all applicants internal to VA the public and Veterans.VideosDutiesHelp This position will report directly to the Manager Community Living CenterDuties include but are not limited toExplains procedures to patients using language which they understand and displays consideration of individual age related and gender specific patient needs.Ensures that the physical and emotional environment is consistent with the vision for patient centered care.Maintains self-control and responds consistently to the requirements of the work situation.Maintains a positive attitude in accepting temporary reassignment to meet patient care needsResponds to patients calls for assistance promptly and interacts with the patient in a tactful courteous manner making customer service the focus of all interactions.Communicates respectfully and works effectively with administrative staff the Patient Aligned Care Team PACT patients and visitors. Orients patients to the clinic.Provides emotional support to patients and familiessignificant others to assist them in adjusting to changes brought about by illness or change in health status.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary for concentrated effort and self-direction in carrying out the most complex practical nursing assignments including assignments for selected acute care long-term or ambulatory care or psychiatric patients requiring skilled nursing care.Completes assigned duties and responsibilities which involve performing non standard and specialized practical nursing activities requiring broad work experience and demonstrated skill sufficient to resolve a range of nursing problems.Demonstrates ability to accurately report and record significant patient information and uses good judgment in selecting the most appropriate application of procedures and guidelines varying the order and sequence of assigned procedures based on the patients condition. Completed work needs only a general review by a RN for technical soundness appropriateness and conformity with policy and nursing assignments.Prepares and administers prescribed oral topical subcutaneous inhaled injectable and suppository medications according to policy and procedure. Correctly documents medications given or omitted in Computerized Patient Record System CPRS according to established policy and procedures. Documents effects of medications.Recognizes emergent or acute situations responds appropriately and reports to the RN or provider promptly. Reports untoward patient incidents including medication errors to Charge NurseNursing Supervisor and initiates incident report. Responds appropriately to emergency situations including cardiopulmonary arrest choking and disaster or fire drills.Demonstrates practical knowledge of human behavior motivations and reactions to situations. Uses this knowledge in working effectively with patients family and other staff members.Provides teaching in activities of daily living ADLs to patients and encourages them to participate in ADLs leading to increased independence. Provides or reinforces patient teaching related to medications disease process procedures and self-care activities. Participates in more complex teaching for patient self-care such as diabetic care self-catheterization etc.Performs the most complex treatments and procedures according to policy including but not limited to range of motion exercises application of heat and cold wound care changing complex sterile and clean dressings weights vital signs. Collects specimens such as blood urine sputum and stool for laboratory analysis.Sets up for and performs treatments that require auxiliary equipment for example oxygen spirometry nebulizer treatments and standard 12 lead EKGs after demonstrating competence.Adheres to and appropriately utilizes the Safe Patient Handling Program standards practices and recommendations. Lifts and transfers according to policy and procedure seeking assistance when appropriate to prevent injury to the patient and self.Prepares patients for tests examinations and treatments.Applies assistiveprotective devices such as splints binders or prosthetic appliances.Documents observations therapeutic measures performed and care provided following established policy and procedure. Collects subjective and objective data which contributes to the RN assessment andor the patient reassessment.Work Schedule 0730-2000. Rotating weekends and holidays. Position will be either daysevenings or eveningsnights not sure how you want to word this but there are multiple openings on each shift.Telework Not AvailableVirtual This is not a virtual position.Position TitleFunctional Statement Licensed Practical Nurse - Community Living CenterPD000000RelocationRecruitment Incentives Not AuthorizedPermanent Change of Station PCS Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure Report Not required RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentNOTE Prior to accepting a final employment offer all selected applicants will be required to sign a Memorandum of Understanding regarding deployment responsibilitiesYou 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 12311959.Must be proficient in written and spoken English.Subject to backgroundsecurity investigation.Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements httpswww.uscis.govi-9-centralform-i-9-acceptable-documents. Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.Must pass pre-employment physical examination and maintain CDT physical readiness.Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP.Must be able to meet physical demands which include strenuous physical activity to include carrying persons and equipment walking long distances over difficult terrain running climbing working long hours in primitive or arduous conditions long periods of standing and bending and stooping.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-year 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 consideryour performance and conductthe needs and interests of the agencywhether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government andwhether 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. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certificationlicensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.Basic RequirementsUnited States Citizenship Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402d no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.Education - Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency andor accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission NLNAC at the time the program was completed by the applicant. Exceptions include health care education in the military service or training in the military service which is accepted by the licensing body in the jurisdiction in which the individual is licensed as qualifying for full LPNLVN licensure will be accepted as meeting the education requirements for VHA employment OR granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school AND have at least one year of successful practice as an LPN LVN.Licensure - Active full current and unrestricted licensure as a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse in a State Territory or Commonwealth i.e. Puerto Rico of the United States or the District of Columbia.Grade Determinations In addition to the basic requirements stated above the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade. The candidates qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade.GS-03 None beyond the basic requirements. LPNs at this grade level are expected to perform all duties within the scope of their license e.g. medication administration however completed work may require routine or detailed higher level review depending upon the complexity of the duties involved.GS-04 a Six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN orb Graduation from an approved school which may be waived as provided in paragraph 4 of Section C and one year of experience that involved nursing care work in a hospital outpatient clinic nursing home or other supervised medical nursing or patient care facility that provided a practical knowledge of human body structure and sterile techniques and procedures or c Graduation from an approved school of at least 24 months duration.GS-05Knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety of physical andor behavioral problems.Ability to serve as a responsible member of a nursing team and interact in an appropriate manner with patients family members professional andor other support personnel involved in the delivery of patient care.Knowledge and skill sufficient to prepare administer and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribed oral topical subcutaneous intramuscular andor intravenous medications. This includes observing and documenting patient responses to medication and reporting noted changes in the patients condition.Knowledge and ability to recognize the need for and to institute emergency measures and assist in resuscitation procedures in cardia andor pulmonary arrest.Recognize and appropriately respond to breakagemalfunction or loss of equipment safety hazards and supply deficiencies.GS-06Proficiency 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 patients conditions using judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments and accurately recognizing reporting and recording relevant patient informationAbility to observe identify and respond to a patients needs for care including medication equipment-assisted care and patientfamily education. In organizing and delivering care the LPNLVN recognizes and considers emotional socio-economic and age-related factors.Prepares and administers prescribed medications oral topical subcutaneous intramuscular andor intravenous and performs treatments according to established policiesprocedures. Observes for documents and reports physical andor emotional changes in the patients condition from prescribed medicationstreatments.Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations and initiating appropriate emergency interventions as directed.Knowledge and understanding of human behavior patient motivations and reactions to situations and the ability to appropriately utilize this knowledge in working effectively with patients family members and other staff.Establishes constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes to promote positive relationships communication and socialization skills. Fosters an environment of respect for individual patient and family rights to privacy and dignity in all aspects of care delivery. Effectively incorporates knowledge and understanding of customer service standards in all interactions with patients family members andor other internalexternal customers.Knowledge and skill in performing support duties for complex diagnostic tests andor specialized practices or procedures which includes preparing the patient and assisting in the diagnostic examination preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment and monitoring the patients condition before during and following the procedure. Serves as a preceptor in orienting educating and training less experienced LPNsLVNs or NAsHTs related to support duties for these more complex specialized testsprocedures.Actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice.Preferred Experience and Certifications2-3 years of experience as in LPNLVN experience related to the area of deploymentBasic Life Support BLSEducationReference For more information on this qualification standard please visit httpswww.va.govohrmQualificationStandards.NOTE Current GS-0620 LPNLVN employee of the Veterans Health Administration VHA who were converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C. 74013 in implementation of Public Law 98-160 enacted November 21 1983 or who was converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law 99-576 enacted October 28 1986 are considered to have met the Education requirement. The waiver does not apply to persons appointed under 38 U.S.C. 74013 or 7405 after these conversions. Additional informationPhysical Requirements Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation without hazard to themselves or others. Depending on the essential duties of a specific position usable vision color vision hearing or speech may be required. However in most cases a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid.During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38 and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process visit Human Resources and AdministrationOperations Security and Preparedness HRAOSP at The Fair Chance Act.ExpandHide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsHelp A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How you will be evaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application resume C.V. andor supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps and other organizations e.g. professional philanthropic religions spiritual community student social. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate e.g. on resume or during interview or hiring process gain additional knowledge regarding a candidates abilities and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA career development services for our existing Veterans and coaching and reintegration support for military service members. BenefitsHelp A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.Required documentsRequired DocumentsHelp To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includesResumeSpecial Note for Applications To complete your application please use the following link httpsvacareers.va.govwp-contentuploadssites5Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted Resume document upload field.Your full resumeCV may be uploaded without page limitation into the Other document upload field.The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility andor qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s currentformer Federal employees etc.Cover LetterDD-214 Statement of ServiceDisability Letter Schedule ADisability Letter VALicenseOther 1Performance AppraisalProfessional CertificationResumeSeparation Notice RIFSF-15SF-50 Notification of Personnel ActionTranscriptVeterans Preference Note Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt TP 10pt CPCPSXP or for Sole Survivor Preference SSP in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214s which shows dates and character of service honorable general etc.. If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service character of service honorable general etc. and dates of impending separation. Additionally disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans Preference. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance andor degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 12312025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire12831182.To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. Agency contact informationTanisha GravesPhone614 747-4049EmailTanisha.Gravesva.govAddress Erie VA Medical Center 135 East 38th Street Erie PA 16504 US Next stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages including all required documents and the vacancy announcement closes we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.NOTE Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who during the influenza season work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include but are not limited to VA hospitals and associated clinics community living centers CLCs community-based outpatient clinics CBOCs domiciliary units Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed clinical and administrative remote and onsite paid and without compensation full- and part-time employees intermittent employees fee basis employees VA contractors researchers volunteers and health professions trainees HPTs who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents interns fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.Fair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required DocumentsHelp To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includesResumeSpecial Note for Applications To complete your application please use the following link httpsvacareers.va.govwp-contentuploadssites5Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted Resume document upload field.Your full resumeCV may be uploaded without page limitation into the Other document upload field.The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility andor qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s currentformer Federal employees etc.Cover LetterDD-214 Statement of ServiceDisability Letter Schedule ADisability Letter VALicenseOther 1Performance AppraisalProfessional CertificationResumeSeparation Notice RIFSF-15SF-50 Notification of Personnel ActionTranscriptVeterans Preference Note Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt TP 10pt CPCPSXP or for Sole Survivor Preference SSP in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214s which shows dates and character of service honorable general etc.. If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service character of service honorable general etc. and dates of impending separation. Additionally disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans Preference. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance andor degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 12312025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire12831182.To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.ExpandHide how to applyAgency contact informationTanisha GravesPhone614 747-4049EmailTanisha.Gravesva.govAddress Erie VA Medical Center 135 East 38th Street Erie PA 16504 US Next stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages including all required documents and the vacancy announcement closes we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.NOTE Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who during the influenza season work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include but are not limited to VA hospitals and associated clinics community living centers CLCs community-based outpatient clinics CBOCs domiciliary units Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed clinical and administrative remote and onsite paid and without compensation full- and part-time employees intermittent employees fee basis employees VA contractors researchers volunteers and health professions trainees HPTs who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents interns fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.ExpandHide next stepsFair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request SummaryThis is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT for Licensed Practical Nurses LPN vacancies in the Community Living Center CLC at the Erie VA Medical Center & will remain open until 12312025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 11242025 with subsequent cut-off dates weekly. LPN is responsible for providing competent evidence-based care to assigned patients and oversight of licensed vocational nursesnursing assistants as appropriate to the setting.OverviewHelpOpen & closing dates 11142025 to 12312025 Salary45968 to - 79953 per year Pay scale & gradeGS 3 - 6Location10 vacancies in the following location Erie PA Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potential6 Job family Series 0620 Practical Nurse Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceOtherDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive NSLow RiskTrust determination processCredentialingSuitabilityFitnessFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberCBSZ-12831182-26-TGControl number850047500 Previous resultNext result Your session is about to expire Your USAJOBS session will expire due to inactivity in 8 minutes. 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