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Summary
This is an Open Continuous Announcement that will be used to fill vacant LPN positions throughout the facility throughout the year to meet hiring needs expeditiously. Resumes will be referred to hiring managers as a vacancy occurs. You will receive an email notification when your resume has been referred for a vacancy. Facility Bargaining Unit (BU) employees will receive first consideration.
NOTE: Resumes will only be referred to the hiring manager for consideration as vacancies occur.
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
01/28/2022 to 06/01/2022
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Salary
$41,331 - $64,413 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 6
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Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
Not required
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
6
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
Yes
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
CBTA-11372655-22-KAB
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Control number
633807300
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This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency
Open to U.S. Citizens. Open to current, permanent employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs (including the facility and CBOCs where this vacancy is located). "VA remains committed to honoring our Nation's Veterans by ensuring a safe environment to deliver exceptional health care."
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Outpatient and Procedural Care
The primary responsibilities of the LPN may vary by assignment. Duties may include but are not limited to:
Telework schedules: Typically not authorized
Virtual work schedules: This is not a virtual position
Financial Disclosure Report: NOT required
Duties
The LPN provides effective education and support to patients and/or family members in relation to general and/or mental health disease process and management, medications and lifestyle influences, always within the framework of wellness and recovery principles. Demonstrates active collaboration and communication with the patient/caregiver, providers (internal and external), RN's, peers and medical support assistants in providing care to the patient. Appropriately prioritizes overall patient care needs and adjusts plans as needed. Makes astute observations of physical and or mental/emotional changes in patient's condition, notifies RN and/or provider and accurately and thoroughly documents care delivered and patient's response to care.
Exhibits skills, creativity and initiative in contributing to the improvement of overall care delivery and patient and/or family satisfaction levels through active participation in committees/task forces, performance improvement projects or in developing educational materials/media. Actively promotes and effectively incorporates established customer service standards in all aspects of their practice. The LPN is expected to exercise independent technical judgements to possess and apply a comprehensive working knowledge of the principles, art and science of practical nursing. Work of considerable difficult and responsibility is performed under general supervision. Should be proficient in the understanding of and administration of long-acting injectable medications.
There are vacancies for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in a variety of specialty areas to include:
Acute Care
- 5 West (Surgical)
- 4 West (Medical/Cardiology)
- 5 East Warrior's Recovery Unit (Inpatient Mental Health)
- Specialized Work Assignment Team (SWAT)
Outpatient and Procedural Care
- Primary Care
- Specialty Clinic
- Community Living Center (CLC) 1 - long term care
- Community Living Center (CLC) 2 - short stay rehab
- Rutherfordton CBOC
- Franklin CBOC
- Hickory CBOC
The primary responsibilities of the LPN may vary by assignment. Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Must be able to function independently and autonomously according to established policies, procedures and practices.
- Must demonstrate the ability to observe, identify and respond to the Veteran's needs for nursing, medication and emotional care and to recognize deviations from normal.
- Responsible for Veteran and Family/Caregiver assessment for health literacy and educational needs, including health coaching and provision of education; and is self-directed.
- Complete the Health Promotion/clinical reminders as appropriate, documents accordingly.
- Performs care that is demographically and environmentally appropriate; uses techniques to de-escalate disruptive patients appropriately.
- Ongoing, continuous care of assigned panel(s) of Veterans.
- Participating in team performance improvements and sustainment activities to optimize team efficiency of care delivery with Veterans.
- Adeptly managing telephone, secure messaging, face to face and virtual communications to effectively meet patient care needs.
- Providing general health and mental health education and coaching on wellness, disease prevention/management, and self-management skills with Veterans and their caregivers as appropriate.
- Effective in using formal and informal communications that are respectful, timely and collaborative with all team members, including the Veteran and Family/Caregivers to convey significant, clinically relevant information for the care of the Veteran.
- Assesses records and reports vital signs, mental/emotional state, weight and responses to medications/therapies. Appropriately determines and prioritizes patient needs as routine, urgent or emergent in the clinic setting and modifies patient care/treatment as needed.
- Serves as a first aid resource for clinic patients or staff that sustain minor injuries. Responds appropriately to crises that may arise in the clinic setting.
- Collaborates with the BHIP team and other interdisciplinary services in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Assists Assistant Nurse Manager with planning and organizing specialized unit projects (i.e. flu clinic, injection clinic, performance improvement projects).
Telework schedules: Typically not authorized
Virtual work schedules: This is not a virtual position
Financial Disclosure Report: NOT required
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Requirements
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 12/31/1959
- You may be required to serve a probationary period
- Subject to a background/security investigation
- Must be proficient in written and spoken English
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
- 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)
- Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel
- Cover Letter indicating area of interest
- Maintaining BLS certification is a condition of employment.
- 10-2850c Application HIGHLY recommended to assist hiring managers in determining all your skill sets among a large pool of candidates
- Must meet Education and Licensure requirements of the position
Qualifications
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.
- Education: Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) at the time the program was completed by the applicant.
- Licensure: Full, active, current and unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Practical or vocational nurse in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or District of Columbia.
- English Language Proficiency: Licensed practical or vocational nurses appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in both spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
- 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 LPN/LVN.
- 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 patients' 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. Completed work should need only a general review by a registered nurse (RN) or physician (MD/DO) for appropriateness and conformity with established policies/procedures.
- Ability to observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education. In organizing and delivering care, the LPN/LVN recognizes and considers emotional, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and age-related factors.
- Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures. Observes for physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medications/treatments, promptly and accurately documenting noted changes, and reporting any deviations from normal to RN or MD/DO.
- Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.
- Knowledge and understanding of human behavior, patient motivations and reactions to situations, and 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, and 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 established customer service standards in all interactions with patients, family members, and/or other internal/external customers.
- Knowledge and skill in performing support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient's condition before, during, and following the procedure. Serves as a preceptor in orienting, educating, and training less experienced LPNs/LVNs or NAs/HTs related to support duties for these more complex, specialized tests/procedures.
- Actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills, sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice.
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
Veterans preference will not be applied to this announcement per VA Human Resources Management Letter Annual Determination of Staffing Shortages dated October 26, 2021.
Testing Designated Position: 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.
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.
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.
As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required exception from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Benefits
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.
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, résumé, C.V., and/or 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.
NOTE: Candidate's education, scope, and experience will be reviewed to determine the grade and salary of the applicant selected. The recommended salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.
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
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.
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
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Cover Letter (Identifying the Specialty Area you wish to be considered for.)
- License
- Resume
THE 10-2850c is NOT a required document but it is preferred. (You will need to upload a completed copy to your application package) VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: http://www.va.gov/vaforms/search_action.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search. * Please remove your social security number from the form before submitting.
*If you are a current, permanent employee of the VA or other Federal agency, please attach a copy of your most recent SF-50 (non-award) to your application package.
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- 10-2850-c Application (Preferred)
- Resume
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Veterans' Preference Note: Veterans' Preference will not be applied to this announcement per VA Human Resources Management Letter Annual Determination of Staffing Shortages dated October 26, 2021.
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 and/or 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
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 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/01/2022 to receive consideration.
- 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 and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
.If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Agency contact information
Karen Branch
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Charles George VA Medical Center
1100 Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC 28805
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 certificate(s) 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.
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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THE 10-2850c is NOT a required document but it is preferred. (You will need to upload a completed copy to your application package) VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: http://www.va.gov/vaforms/search_action.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search. * Please remove your social security number from the form before submitting.
*If you are a current, permanent employee of the VA or other Federal agency, please attach a copy of your most recent SF-50 (non-award) to your application package.
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
Veterans' Preference Note: Veterans' Preference will not be applied to this announcement per VA Human Resources Management Letter Annual Determination of Staffing Shortages dated October 26, 2021.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Cover Letter (Identifying the Specialty Area you wish to be considered for.)
- License
- Resume
THE 10-2850c is NOT a required document but it is preferred. (You will need to upload a completed copy to your application package) VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: http://www.va.gov/vaforms/search_action.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search. * Please remove your social security number from the form before submitting.
*If you are a current, permanent employee of the VA or other Federal agency, please attach a copy of your most recent SF-50 (non-award) to your application package.
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- 10-2850-c Application (Preferred)
- Resume
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Veterans' Preference Note: Veterans' Preference will not be applied to this announcement per VA Human Resources Management Letter Annual Determination of Staffing Shortages dated October 26, 2021.
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 and/or 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.
Help
.If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
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 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/01/2022 to receive consideration.
- 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 and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
.If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Agency contact information
Karen Branch
- Address
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Charles George VA Medical Center
1100 Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC 28805
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 certificate(s) 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.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Veterans Health Administration
Asheville located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains is known for its Art scene and Great Architecture. It is also a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts who have a vast array of activities to partake in. The Beauty of the Mountains, Community activities and seasonal festivals make this city such an attractive place to live.
Schools: Three Asheville-area schools placed among North Carolina's top 100 high schools in the newly released 2020 rankings from the U.S. News & World Report.
Weather: In Asheville, the summers are warm and humid, the winters are short and very cold, and it is wet and partly cloudy year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 28°F to 83°F and is rarely below 14°F or above 89°F.
Population: The metro area population of Asheville in 2021 was 360,000, a 1.69% increase from 2020.It is considered the states most populous city.
Transportation: The average one-way commute in Asheville takes 17.8 minutes.
Cost of Living-Asheville: North Carolina's cost of living is 4% lower than the national average.
VHA Mission Statement: Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. VHA Vision Statement: VHA will continue to be the benchmark of excellence and value in health care and benefits by providing exemplary services that are both patient centered and evidence based.
Core Values - "I CARE" Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence
Agency contact information
Karen Branch
- Address
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Charles George VA Medical Center
1100 Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC 28805
US