Licensed Practical Nurse- Norfolk Veterans' Home

State of Nebraska; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Nebraska’s Veterans Affairs - Agency 28 in Norfolk, NE seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for Evergreen facility. This part-time position offers 12-hour shifts with day or night options.

The role includes patient care, med administration, and charting; collaborates with RNs and staff, requiring Nebraska LPN licensure and strong clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Current Nebraska licensed practical nurse or authority under Nurse Licensure Compact is required.
• Knowledge of LPN theory and practice, meds, and use of medical equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 75 lbs; attend to shifting needs and charting.

Responsibilities

• Observe, evaluate, and chart patient behaviors, symptoms, and responses to treatments.
• Administer medications and document times and amounts.
• Assist in care planning with RNs and participate in interdisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain patient records and prepare for exams or physician visits.
• Train and supervise direct care staff as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Communication

Teamwork

Body mechanics

Education

Nebraska LPN license

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Veterans Affairs - Agency 28

Location:

Norfolk, NE

Hiring Rate:

$26.907

Job Posting:

JR2026-00027951 Licensed Practical Nurse- Norfolk Veterans’ Home (Evergreen) (Open)

Job Description:

Part time Opportunity! 12-hour shifts!

• Day Shift 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• NOC Shift 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Wage Info: $29.907 - $38.907 per hour (Breakdown $26.907 - $35.907/hr + $3.00 differential for every hour worked). In addition, shift differential of $1.00-$1.75/hour

Observes, evaluates, and charts patient’s behaviors, symptoms, reactions to medications, diet, the environment and patient needs. Responds to patient’s calls and/or requests. Prepares and administers therapies and/or treatments such as rehabilitation activities, dressing wounds, or other skin or breathing treatments. Documents care activities in patient’s medical record. May collect lab specimens. Administers medications, charts time given and amounts on patient records; is aware of potential and actual adverse medication reactions and responds appropriately when such occur. Assists or collaborates with Registered Nurses in developing nursing care plans; assists in implementing care plans. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input into patient care planning. Interprets care and treatment plans and approaches to other personnel. Reviews charting, evaluates and reports patient care to proper persons; keeps necessary records. May prepare patients for examinations, tests, or physician visits. Monitors direct care staff; assists in training and educating direct care staff. May act as assistant to charge nurse when necessary.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications : A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska is required.

Knowledge of: Licensed Practical Nursing theory and practice, principles and techniques of patient care and treatments, medication and medication administration procedures and practices, and care and use of medical equipment and supplies. Ability to: evaluate nursing needs and to exercise competent judgment; evaluate patient behaviors, symptoms, and effects of medications; plan, monitor work of direct care staff; apply proper body mechanics for heavy lifting; communicate effectively; follow oral and written instructions in exact detail; prepare and maintain records, charts and reports; maintain a helpful and sympathetic attitude toward patients. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and push/pull occasionally up to 75 lbs. on a daily basis. Ability to frequently bend at the waist and neck and frequently twist at the waist and walk or stand up to 90% of the shift. Ability to interact with members and others in a positive manner and be flexible to meet changing demands of the job.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.