Licensed Practical Nurse - PACT

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 78,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Child Care Subsidy

Federal health/vision/dental benefits

Federal retirement/401K

Job summary

The Kansas City VA Medical Center, part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Primary Care team in Kansas City, MO.

This full-time position offers a structured schedule and comprehensive federal benefits. Responsibilities include providing patient-centered nursing care under supervision, supporting efficient clinic operations, and serving as a preceptor for junior staff.

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse requires current state license.
Experience in primary care or outpatient settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide technically proficient, patient-centered nursing care under supervision of RN or provider.
Carry out procedures and treatments per patient conditions while recognizing and reporting relevant information.
Assist with clinic operations, rooming patients, and visit preparation; support preceptors and training for less experienced staff.
Manage scheduling, monitor appointments, and support post-discharge follow-up as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical operations

Team collaboration

Precepting

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Kansas City VA Medical Center is recruiting for one (1) Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Primary Care team at the following location: Kansas City VA Medical Center located in Kansas City, MO NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include, but not limited to: Providing technically proficient, patient-centered nursing care under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse (RN) or provider, supporting safe, efficient clinical operations and contributing to high-quality care within the healthcare team. Demonstrating the knowledge and ability to appropriately carry out patient care based on the patients' conditions.

Utilizing judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments; and to accurately recognize, report and record relevant patient information. Completing preventive procedures, nursing tasks, chart reviews, panel scrubbing, daily huddles, and visit preparation. Serving as a preceptor in orienting, educating, and training less experienced LPNs/LVNs or nursing assistants (NAs)/health technicians (HTs).

Supporting efficient clinic operations by completing screening reminders, rooming patients, assisting providers, managing room turnover, and conducting pre-visit calls to prepare patients for labs and procedures. Performing support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures.

Performing schedule management by reviewing upcoming appointments, identifying opportunities for alternate care modalities, facilitating consult tracking, and serving as backup for post-discharge calls. Using clinic tools and workflows, participating in PACT meetings and helping maintain continuity, coordination, and quality of care across the team.

Work Schedule: 7:45am - 4:15pm, Monday - Friday Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: FS #99267 (GS-03); FS #99266 (GS-04); FS #99265 (GS-05); FS #99264 (GS-06) Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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 $49874 – $78163/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.