Intermittent Licensed Practical Nurse

Veterans Health Administration

Hackensack (NJ)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 76,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in New Jersey is seeking an Outpatient Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse to provide foundational, patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of an RN or provider. The role supports safe, efficient clinical operations and contributes to high-quality care within the healthcare team.

The LPN is expected to perform duties within the scope of their license, participate in the nursing process, assist in health promotion and disease prevention, and

Qualifications

Must hold a valid LPN license.

Responsibilities

Provide foundational, patient-centered nursing care under supervision.
Support safe, efficient clinical operations within the healthcare team.
Assist in the nursing process and health promotion across the patient lifespan.
Perform duties within the license scope with supervision.

Skills

LPN licensure

Education

LPN license

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The primary purpose of the Outpatient Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse is to provide foundational, patient-centered nursing care under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse (RN) or provider, supporting safe, efficient clinical operations and contributing to high-quality care within the healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major Duties: The LPN is expected to perform all duties within the scope of their license; however, completed work may require routine or detailed higher-level review depending upon the complexity of the duties involved.

The LPN shall function within the limits of educational preparation and experience, function in promotion of and in the maintenance of good health, aid in preventing disease and disability, care for and rehabilitate individuals who are experiencing an altered state of health and contribute to the ultimate quality of life until death.

Considering unique patient preferences, the applicable standard of care and legal considerations, the LPN uses a clinical problem-solving process (the nursing process) to collect and organize relevant health care data, assist in the identification of the health needs/problems throughout the patient's life span and contribute to the interdisciplinary team in a variety of settings. The LPN performs basic tasks under close supervision of the Nurse Manager or designee.

The LPN may perform other related duties as assigned which are appropriate for this grade and assignment. Work Schedule: Intermittent Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD99264F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $39614 – $76171/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.