Licensed Practical Nurse (Podiatry Clinic)

Quick Facts

• Role: Licensed Practical Nurse (Podiatry Clinic)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

Description

This LPN role supports the podiatry clinic by providing nursing care to surgical patients and assisting the RN with individualized patient needs. You will perform clinical assessments and non-invasive podiatry-related services—such as nail fungus care, trimming, toenail debridement, callus/corn removal, topical medication application, and foot soaks—within scope and under podiatry supervision. You will triage patients, measure vital signs, assist during procedures, apply/remove post-operative dressings, and document all care using CPRS.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for non-invasive podiatry treatments (nail care, debridement, callus/corn removal, and topical treatments)

• Apply podiatric wraps/dressings for ulcers and support podiatric wound care

• Perform foot padding and sports medicine taping for soft tissue injuries

• Support post-operative care, including dressing application/removal and removal of splints/casts when instructed

• Triage patients on intake; take vital signs and document findings

• Prepare procedure rooms, assist during procedures, and pass instruments/medications/ointments

• Complete and maintain CPRS progress notes and accurate charting/encounter documentation

• Support administrative clinical operations (consult management, chart reviews, scheduling/utilization review)

• Communicate professionally and report clinical changes or operational problems promptly through supervisory channels

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Full, active, unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in the U.S. (state/territory/commonwealth or D.C.)

• Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Subject to background/security investigation and pass pre-employment physical evaluation

• Complete required VA onboarding and employment conditions (including trial period)

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular salary increases

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

• Paid parental leave (after 12 months)

• Child care subsidy eligibility (after 60 days, based on income)

• Retirement: federal pension and federal 401(k) with up to 5% contributions

• Insurance: health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care options

• Telework: ad hoc at supervisor discretion (not a virtual position)