Advanced LPN: Veteran Care Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) at the GS-7 level to support comprehensive patient care for Veterans.

The role emphasizes collaboration with registered nurses and physicians to implement and adjust care plans, administer medications, and monitor patient responses in a clinical setting. The position requires graduation from an approved practical nursing program and an active, unrestricted license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a practical or vocational nursing program approved by the state.
• Current, active, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in the United States.
• English proficiency in spoken and written form.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN/MD in prioritizing patient needs and modify care plans as directed.
• Administer prescribed medications and document responses.
• Monitor patients for changes requiring higher level intervention.
• Support patient education and healthy lifestyle choices.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient care

Nursing assessment

Communication

Education

LPN/LVN program graduate

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) at the GS-7 level to support comprehensive patient care for Veterans.

The role emphasizes collaboration with registered nurses and physicians to implement and adjust care plans, administer medications, and monitor patient responses in a clinical setting. The position requires graduation from an approved practical nursing program and an active, unrestricted license.