Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Quick Facts

• Work schedule: Monday–Friday; 08:00–16:30
• Telework: Ad-hoc (not a virtual position)
• Grade: GS-06
• Sign-on/relocation incentives: Not authorized

Description

The primary purpose of the LPN/LVN position is to perform assigned duties that promote quality health care and positive customer service while maintaining an environment committed to serving veterans. The role focuses on safe, accurate care delivery, including recognizing, recording, and reporting relevant patient information—especially in urgent or emergent situations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in initiating, performing, and completing assigned duties for diverse patient populations.
• Use clinical judgment to carry out assigned patient care based on the patient’s condition; select appropriate orders, procedures, and treatments.
• Observe, identify, and respond to patient needs for medication, medical equipment, and patient/family education, considering emotional, socio-economic, and age-related factors.
• Prepare, administer, and document prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and/or intravenous medications as permitted by local facility policies.
• Build constructive relationships with patients and families to promote open communication and socialization.
• Respect patient/family rights to privacy and dignity by applying customer service standards in all interactions.
• Support complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized procedures, including preparing the patient, assisting with examinations, and monitoring before, during, and after procedures.
• Precept less experienced LPNs, Nursing Assistants, and Health Technicians and provide support for more complex, specialized procedures.
• Continuously pursue education opportunities and share knowledge with peers to advance nursing practice.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program
• Full, active, current, unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in a U.S. state/territory/commonwealth or District of Columbia
• Written and spoken English proficiency
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pass pre-employment physical evaluation
• Complete required onboarding and pre-employment documentation (I-9 with acceptable identification)
• Comply with urinalysis drug testing if selected for a testing-designated position
• Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement for VA Health Care Personnel
• Selective Service Registration required for eligible males
• Ability to recognize urgent/emergent situations, seek RN/MD/DO assistance, and initiate emergency interventions as directed

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 37–50 days of annual paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, and paid federal holidays)
• Parental leave: up to 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment
• Child care subsidy: possible eligibility after 60 days (income-based)
• Retirement: federal pension (with 5-year vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions
• Insurance: health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many options can continue into retirement)
• Federal benefits package for employees and eligible family members (depends on position type)