Licensed Practical Nurse

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Montrose; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare agency in Scotland is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for Long Term Care positions at their Montrose and Castle Point Campuses. The role involves providing patient-centered care to Veterans, participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning, and demonstrating technical nursing skills. Applications will be accepted continuously, and candidates will be referred as vacancies arise. This position does not allow for telework or virtual options.

Benefits

Recruitment incentives may apply

Qualifications

• Independent technical judgment in nursing practices.
• Knowledge of complex nursing procedures.
• Ability to interact and provide care to Veterans in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care to assigned Veterans.
• Participate in developing and evaluating treatment plans.
• Collaborate with providers and registered nurses.

Job description

Overview

This is an Open & Continuous Announcement and will remain open until 4/8/2026 to fill current and future LPN - Long Term Care vacancies for various shifts at the Montrose and Castle Point Campuses. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be referred for consideration as vacancies become available.

Note: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

Duties

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will work in a Long Term Care Unit at either the Montrose or Castle Point Campus. The LPN works under the supervision of an RN for the administration and evaluation of nursing care delivery to assigned Veterans. The LPN participates in the interdisciplinary team with the development, implementation and evaluation of the Veterans' treatment plan while utilizing Veteran centered care. Interacts with Veterans in various groups in accordance with the treatment plan; observes, identifies and responds to Veterans' needs for nursing, medication and equipment-assisted care. Must successfully and consistently demonstrate the exercise of independent technical judgment (without the need for readily available supervision) and possess a comprehensive and thorough working knowledge of the most complex or difficult practices and procedures within the LPN scope of nursing practice. The incumbent will also administer vaccinations, complete screenings, take vital signs, ensure delivery of excellent, safe, Veteran centered care, collaborate with various providers and registered nurses and comply with documentation standards.

Work Schedule

Days/Evenings/Nights; may require rotation to other shifts (Required tour of duty will be discussed during the interview process). There will be an opportunity to apply for an Alternate Work Schedule in the form of 12 hour shifts.

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Recruitment Incentives: May be applied

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Note: The description includes sections for Duties and Work Schedule with no additional qualifications listed. If qualifications are provided in other sections or documents, they should be included here. Current description does not specify explicit required credentials beyond the LPN role described above.