Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – EDRP Debt-Relief Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP program

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC seeks a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) for direct patient care. Eligible for EDRP; will administer medications, document care, and collaborate with the nursing team.

Strong English proficiency and active licensure required. Various shifts; comprehensive federal benefits. Basic requirements include education from an approved program and active licensure; grandfathering provisions may apply for current VHA staff.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency is required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program.
• Active, full, current, and unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure.
• Grandfathering provisions may apply for current VHA employees in this occupation.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers, and documents medications as directed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medication effects, dosages and safety.
• Collaborates with RN/MD to orient/train less experienced staff.
• Provides patient education about medications and care plans.
• Maintains documentation of patient conditions and responses to treatments.

Skills

English language proficiency

LPN/LVN communication

Nursing care

Education

Approved LPN/LVN nursing program graduate

Active unrestricted LPN/LVN license

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC seeks a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) for direct patient care. Eligible for EDRP; will administer medications, document care, and collaborate with the nursing team.

Strong English proficiency and active licensure required. Various shifts; comprehensive federal benefits. Basic requirements include education from an approved program and active licensure; grandfathering provisions may apply for current VHA staff.