Licensed Practical Nurse - CLC

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Village of Northport (NY)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 88,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The Northport VA Medical Center, part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for the Community Living Center.

The role involves providing essential patient care under RN supervision and ensuring timely documentation. Responsibilities include medication administration, maintaining standards of practice, and coordinating with the interprofessional team to support Veterans.

Qualifications

Must have LPN license and be licensed in New York.
Education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; foreign education requires equivalency.
Experience in geriatrics or hospital settings preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to established policies, procedures, standards of care and practice.
Work under the supervision of the registered nurse who provides guidance and direction.
Prepare daily assignments as reviewed by the RN.
Document in the medical record and report observations to RN/physician.
Administer medications as ordered.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

LPN license

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Northport VA Medical Center is hiring for one, full-time, permanent Licensed Practical Nurse to work in the Community Living Center.

Key Responsibilities

LPN duties include, but are not limited to: Accountable for adhering to established policies, procedures, standards of care and standards of practice, and for maintaining competencies consistent with role and responsibilities. Works under the supervision of the registered nurse who provides guidance and direction. Daily assignments are prepared by the registered nurse and reviewed with the licensed practical nurse.

Documents in the medical record and reports observations and findings to the registered nurse and if appropriate, to the physician. Utilizes therapeutic communication with Veterans, families and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Assumes responsibility and accountability for individual nursing judgments and actions and acts as a patient advocate. Administers medications as ordered.

VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Work Schedule: Full-Time, 7:30pm-8:00am Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

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 $51437 – $87921/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

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