Licensed Practical Nurse - Long-Term Care with EDRP

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligibility

Loan repayment program

Job summary

United States Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse/LN (LPN/LVN) at the GS-6 level to provide direct patient care in a facility setting. The role requires completion of an approved practical nursing program, an active licensure, and proficiency in English. Eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).

Prior long-term care experience is preferred. General duties include medication administration, patient monitoring, and collaboration with RN/MD

Qualifications

• US citizenship required per VA policy.
• Graduate of an NLNAC-accredited practical nursing program.
• Full, active, current and unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in the U.S. or DC.
• English language proficiency in speaking and writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care to diverse patient populations as assigned.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Observe, identify, and report changes in patient condition to RN/MD.
• Document patient information accurately and promptly.
• Maintain patient safety, privacy, and dignity in all interactions.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Assessment skills

Safety and infection control

Education

Pract Nursing education (LPN/LVN)

Job description

United States Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse/LN (LPN/LVN) at the GS-6 level to provide direct patient care in a facility setting. The role requires completion of an approved practical nursing program, an active licensure, and proficiency in English. Eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).

Prior long-term care experience is preferred. General duties include medication administration, patient monitoring, and collaboration with RN/MD