Compassionate PRN LPN - Veteran Care

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; McCandless (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Military & Veterans Affairs seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN) to provide high‑quality, compassionate care at the Southwestern Veterans Center. The role supports the RN with health assessments, medication administration, and comprehensive resident care in a respectful environment.

Per DIEM as needed, telework not available. Starting hourly rate is $29.35; additional details will follow via email.

Qualifications

• Active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• If you hold a temporary practice permit, you must obtain LPN licensure within one year as defined by the PA State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN by checking resident health status and documenting findings.
• Administer medications and treatments; verify pharmacy orders and maintain records.
• Observe residents for changes and report findings; document daily care activities.
• Work with RN to plan and adjust resident care; participate in nursing committees as needed.
• Ensure residents are clean, safe, and well groomed; support infection control practices.
• Provide focused care for residents in specialty units such as Alzheimer care.

Skills

LPN license

Health assessment

Medication administration

Documentation

Care coordination

Infection control

Education

Active PA LPN license

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Military & Veterans Affairs seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN) to provide high‑quality, compassionate care at the Southwestern Veterans Center. The role supports the RN with health assessments, medication administration, and comprehensive resident care in a respectful environment.

Per DIEM as needed, telework not available. Starting hourly rate is $29.35; additional details will follow via email.