Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Specialty Care

Quick Facts

• Role: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Specialty Care

• Schedule: 0800–1630, Monday–Friday

Description

Provide direct specialty care nursing to Veterans in a clinic setting. You will administer medications and treatments, assist with diagnostic services and specialty procedures, educate patients and families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care: obtain vital signs, administer medications, and perform assigned treatments and procedures.

• Observe, assess, document, and report changes in patient condition; communicate timely concerns to RNs and providers.

• Assist with complex diagnostic tests and specialty procedures by preparing patients, managing equipment, supporting examinations, and monitoring status before, during, and after procedures.

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per established policies; monitor and document patient responses.

• Provide patient and family education on treatment plans, specialty care services, disease management, and care goals.

• Recognize urgent or emergent situations and initiate appropriate actions while coordinating with the healthcare team.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Active, full, current, unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (training provided)

• Pass pre-employment physical evaluation

• Subject to background/security investigation

• Complete required online onboarding and pre-employment documentation (I-9)

• Participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program

• Select appropriate Selective Service registration if required

• May be required to undergo urinalysis drug screening prior to appointment

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular salary increases; potential above-minimum step rate based on qualifications

• Paid time off: 37–50 days annual paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays)

• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment

• Child care subsidy after 60 days for eligible full-time employees (subject to income and child eligibility limits)

• Retirement: traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions

• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance options, many carryable into retirement