Contract LPN: Veteran Care Clinic with VA Standards

Valor Healthcare, Inc.; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Healthcare, Inc. seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinic team to provide patient care under physician direction. The role supports VA-related outpatient services and collaborates with the PACT team to deliver quality care to veterans.

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, med administration, patient education, and documentation in the electronic record. Must hold an active LPN license and BLS; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate of an accredited program of practical or vocational nursing as approved by the state.
• Minimum one-year experience as an LPN/LVN in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare environment preferred.
• Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency – e.g., AHA valid for two years) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor
• This is considered a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Actively assists with patient care, physical examinations and ancillary tests.
• Performs the annual and routine nursing assessments and preventive health services; records information in patient EMR.
• Administers medications, as appropriate or ordered by a medical provider, and notes time and amount in patient charts.
• Operates electrocardiograph (EKG) and other diagnostic equipment for routine tests and treatments.
• Dresses wounds and incisions, assists with emergencies, and collects lab specimens when needed.
• Maintains cleanliness of treatment rooms and handles supplies.
• Inputs patient information into VISTA/CPRS and completes clinical reminders.
• Assists with front desk tasks and coordination with VA and non-VA providers.
• Provides patient and family health education and links to community resources.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with training requirements.

Skills

LPN/LVN

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Job description

Valor Healthcare, Inc. seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinic team to provide patient care under physician direction. The role supports VA-related outpatient services and collaborates with the PACT team to deliver quality care to veterans.

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, med administration, patient education, and documentation in the electronic record. Must hold an active LPN license and BLS; ACLS preferred.