Licensed Practical Nurse

Fadona; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a License Practical Nurse to deliver comprehensive nursing care to an aging adult population. The successful candidate will demonstrate clinical expertise and collaborate with a healthcare team to ensure quality patient services. This role involves monitoring patients, administering treatments, and providing education while working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Manager.

Qualifications

• Proficient in patient care and clinical assessments.
• LPN/LVN license must be current and unrestricted.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to adult and geriatric patients.
• Monitor workload and participate in quality improvement.
• Administer medications and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Clinical practice

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Patient care

Education

Graduate from an approved school of practical nursing

Job description

Summary

The License Practical Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to patients of an aging adult population. The incumbent demonstrates good clinical practice, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They provide a wide range of clinical and technical services to Veterans under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Manager within Patient Care Services (PCS). Individuals may work in our Primary Care - PACT Services or in our UAB Specialty Clinic.

Qualifications Basic Requirements:

• Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Education: Graduate from an approved school of practical or vocational nursing, accredited by the NLNAC or equivalent. Verification can be obtained from the State agency or NLNAC.
• Exceptions include: Military healthcare education or training accepted by the licensing jurisdiction, or individuals licensed without graduation from an approved school under specific conditions.
• Licensure: Full, active, current, and unrestricted licensure as an LPN/LVN in the U.S. or its territories.
• Experience: GS-6 level requires at least one year of qualifying experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent, demonstrating proficiency in patient care.
• Skills: Ability to initiate, perform, and complete assigned duties, recognize patient needs, and document appropriately. Capable of administering medications and performing treatments per policies.
• Knowledge: Understanding of human behavior, patient motivations, and reactions; ability to establish rapport; and to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Physical and Emotional Requirements: Visual acuity, hearing, speech, manual dexterity, physical stamina, emotional stability, and the ability to don protective gear as needed.
• Language: Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.

Duties

• Provide direct nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with complex needs.
• Monitor workload, develop reporting procedures, and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Perform clinical assessments, document findings, and provide patient education.
• Recognize urgent/emergent situations and respond appropriately.
• Administer medications, perform procedures, and ensure safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members and serve as a preceptor for less experienced staff.
• Participate in ongoing education to enhance skills and knowledge.