Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) – EDRP Eligible

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP program

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/LVN) for patient care roles in Temple, TX. The position supports a multi-grade nursing team and involves medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with RNs and physicians.

Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) is included; licensure must be active and unrestricted. English proficiency required for direct patient care and VA policies apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or NLNAC.
• Active, full, current and unrestricted licensure as an LPN/LVN in the United States or D.C.
• English proficiency for direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of practical nursing care to patients under RN/MD supervision.
• Administer prescribed medications and document patient responses.
• Assist in patient education and orientation of less experienced staff.
• Recognize emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Identify equipment safety hazards and report deficiencies promptly.

Skills

Citizenship

English proficiency

Education

Graduate LPN/LVN program

LPN/LVN licensure (active)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/LVN) for patient care roles in Temple, TX. The position supports a multi-grade nursing team and involves medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with RNs and physicians.

Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) is included; licensure must be active and unrestricted. English proficiency required for direct patient care and VA policies apply.