Ambulatory LPN: Advance Care & Patient Support

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, in Bangor, ME, seeks a Practical Nurse to join the clinic team. The role provides nursing care under RN/MD supervision in an outpatient setting, including medication administration, documentation and direct patient support.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an approved nursing program, holds an active LPN/LVN license, and demonstrates English proficiency for direct patient care.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship as required for VA employment.
• Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program.
• Active, current, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in the US.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English for direct patient care.
• Ability to meet GS-grade level requirements and demonstrate nursing competence.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical nursing care under RN/MD guidance in ambulatory settings.
• Observe, document patient condition and respond to changes promptly.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient responses.
• Collaborate with RN/MD to orient/train staff and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate from approved school of practical or vocational nursing

Active, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in US territory

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, in Bangor, ME, seeks a Practical Nurse to join the clinic team. The role provides nursing care under RN/MD supervision in an outpatient setting, including medication administration, documentation and direct patient support.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an approved nursing program, holds an active LPN/LVN license, and demonstrates English proficiency for direct patient care.