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Licensed Vocational Nurse SCIUrology Outpatient
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Summary The Spinal Cord Injury LVN is a position within Inpatient Nursing Services at VA San Diego Healthcare System. Under the supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse RN the LVN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team assisting with the delivery of care to patients in the outpatient setting. The primary purpose of this Spinal Cord Injury LVN position is to provide a full range of services and nursing care to Spinal Cord Injury patients in the SCI Urology Clinic.
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Summary The Spinal Cord Injury LVN is a position within Inpatient Nursing Services at VA San Diego Healthcare System. Under the supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse RN the LVN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team assisting with the delivery of care to patients in the outpatient setting. The primary purpose of this Spinal Cord Injury LVN position is to provide a full range of services and nursing care to Spinal Cord Injury patients in the SCI Urology Clinic.
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Overview Help Accepting applications Location 1 vacancy in the following location
San Diego CA
1 vacancy
No matching locations found.
Work site options Telework eligible No
Remote job No
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Salary 58741 - 93292 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 3 - 6 Promotion potential 6
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time
Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series 0620 Practical Nurse
Supervisory status No
Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes
Security clearance Other
Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type Credentialing Suitability Fitness
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number CBSX-13098632-27-RCa Control number 889763000
This job is open to Help The public
U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency NOTE The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position.
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The Spinal Cord Injury LVN GS-6 assumes the following roles and responsibilities
Preferred Experience At least 2 years of LVN experience Spinal Cord Injury andor Urology experience.
Work Schedule 0730-1600
Telework Not Available
Virtual This is not a virtual position.
Permanent Change of Station PCS Not Authorized
Requirements Help Conditions of employment 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 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 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 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 Requirements United 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-05 Completion of at least 1 year of qualifying experience at the GS-4 level or equivalent
Knowledge 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-06 Completion of at least one 1 year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent fully meeting all performance requirements for the GS-5 LPNLVN.
Proficiency 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 information
Ability 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.
References VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G13 Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse Qualification Standard
Physical Requirements Moderate lifting up to 44 pounds Moderate carrying up to 44 pounds Straight pulling and pushing reaching above shoulder use of fingers both hands required walking kneeling and standing up to 1.5 hours repeated bending both legs required Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to 1 to 4 Far vision correctable in one eye to 2020 and to 2040 in the other both eyes required depth perception ability to distinguish basic colors ability to distinguish shades of colors Hearing aid permitted.
Education Note Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges universities schools or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here httpope.ed.govaccreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information visit httpssites.ed.govinternationalrecognition-of-foreign-qualifications.
Additional information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual Vacation Leave Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate 4 6 or 8 hours per pay period which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
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 information Candidates 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.
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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 benefits Eligibility 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 evaluated You 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.
Benefits Help
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 benefits Eligibility 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 documents Required Documents Help
To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes Resume
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 Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Disability Letter Schedule A Disability Letter VA License Other 1PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice RIF SF-15 SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action Transcript
Veterans Preference 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 Apply Help All 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 10302026 to receive consideration.
To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13098632.
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 information Ruben Cabral Phone 858 642-3553 Email Ruben.Cabralva.gov
Address San Diego VA Medical Center 3350 La Jolla Village Drive San Diego CA 92161 US
Next steps Once 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 transparent The 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 Documents Help
To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes Resume
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 Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Disability Letter Schedule A Disability Letter VA License Other 1PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice RIF SF-15 SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action Transcript
Veterans Preference 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 Apply Help All 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 10302026 to receive consideration.
To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13098632.
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.
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Agency contact information Ruben Cabral Phone 858 642-3553 Email Ruben.Cabralva.gov
Address San Diego VA Medical Center 3350 La Jolla Village Drive San Diego CA 92161 US
Next steps Once 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.
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Fair and transparent The 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
Veterans Health Administration
OUR MISSION To fulfill President Lincolns promise To care for those who have served in our nations military and for their families caregivers and survivors - by serving and honoring the men and women who are Americas Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans
Agency contact information Ruben Cabral Phone 858 642-3553 Email Ruben.Cabralva.gov
Address San Diego VA Medical Center 3350 La Jolla Village Drive San Diego CA 92161 US
Visit our careers page Learn more about what its like to work at Veterans Health Administration what the agency does and about the types of careers this agency offers.
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Summary The Spinal Cord Injury LVN is a position within Inpatient Nursing Services at VA San Diego Healthcare System. Under the supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse RN the LVN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team assisting with the delivery of care to patients in the outpatient setting. The primary purpose of this Spinal Cord Injury LVN position is to provide a full range of services and nursing care to Spinal Cord Injury patients in the SCI Urology Clinic.
Learn more about this agency
Overview Help Accepting applications Location 1 vacancy in the following location
San Diego CA
1 vacancy
No matching locations found.
Work site options Telework eligible No
Remote job No
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Salary 58741 - 93292 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 3 - 6 Promotion potential 6
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time
Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series 0620 Practical Nurse
Supervisory status No
Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes
Security clearance Other
Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type Credentialing Suitability Fitness
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number CBSX-13098632-27-RCa Control number 889763000
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