LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Veterans Health Administration; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Federal pension & 401K

Health/vision/dental insurance

Telework: Not Available

Job summary

The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Surgical Care team in the PAVE clinic. You will provide comprehensive nursing care under supervision, support wound care, med administration, and documentation for veterans.

As a PAVE-certified LPN, you will independently manage your own clinic in line with VA standards, assisting the podiatrist and coordinating patient care within a dedicated care team.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license.
• PAVE certification and podiatry nursing experience.
• Knowledge of CPT/ICD coding and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in the PAVE clinic and podiatry setting.
• Assist podiatrist with minor procedures while ensuring patient safety, comfort and privacy.
• Prepare and administer medications per policy; monitor for adverse reactions and document care.
• Maintain clinic operations and patient records; coordinate scheduling and throughput.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and universal precautions; participate in quality improvement.

Skills

LPN license

Podiatry clinic care

Infection control

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System is currently recruiting one (1) LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE for Surgical Care

Key Responsibilities

VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Podiatry/PAVE Clinic provides comprehensive nursing care for Veterans, utilizing practical nursing skills under the supervision of a Podiatrist or Registered Nurse.

The LPN will be PAVE certified and independently manages their own PAVE clinic in accordance with VA standards and guidelines, and performs, reports, and documents assigned patient care duties including, but not limited to: 1. Patient Care & Clinical Duties: Performs, documents, and reports assigned nursing care, including non-invasive procedures (such as dressing changes, routine nail/foot care, debridement of nails, corns, calluses; blister, wound care).

Assists Podiatrist with minor procedures, ensuring patient safety, position, comfort, and privacy. Recognizes and responds promptly to urgent or emergent care situations; seeks guidance and escalates care as needed. Monitors and documents change in patient conditions and response to care. Notifies provider of significant findings.

Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous) according to policy; observes for and reports adverse reactions. Evaluates and records nursing interventions, ensuring timely and complete data collection, including CPT/ICD coding. Follows infection control, safety, and universal precaution protocols. 2.

Patient Education & Advocacy: Provides health education to patients and families on preventive care, self-management, and wellness, supporting patient-driven individualized care plans. Advocates for patient and family rights; maintains confidentiality of all patient information. Demonstrates respect for diversity in all patient and staff interactions. 3.

Administrative & Clinic Operations: Independently manages their own PAVE clinic and coordinates care for assigned patients in accordance with PAVE certification requirements. Manages workload, adjusts priorities based on dynamic clinic needs, while maintaining established patient care timelines and satisfaction. Schedules and coordinates appointments according to VHA directives and established business rules, utilizing Electronic Wait List as appropriate.

Ensures exam and treatment rooms are stocked with necessary supplies and equipment. Checks expiration dates, disposes of expired items, and dates medications upon opening. Performs pre-cleaning and appropriate handling of reusable medical equipment. Participates in quality improvement activities, data reporting, and ongoing education requirements. Adheres to all policy and procedures relating to patient care, safety, infection control, and emergency preparedness. 4.

Professionalism: Maintains a professional attitude, communicates effectively, and demonstrates teamwork and adaptability. Completes mandatory training, reviews, motivational interviewing, and continuing education to remain current in clinical practice.

The LPN functions both independently and collaboratively as a PAVE certified member of the Podiatry/PAVE healthcare team, ensuring delivery of efficient, high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care in accordance with VA standards.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.

Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 623-50675A

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 $65176 – $84731/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.