Licensed Practical Nurse (Pact)

Veterans Health Administration

Riverview (FL)

On-site

USD 61,000 - 79,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Federal pension

Job summary

James A Haley Veterans Hospital and Clinics, part of the Veterans Health Administration, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for a full-time role in the South Hillsborough Clinic in Riverview, FL. The position includes a competitive federal benefits package and opportunities to contribute to veterans' health plans under supervision.

Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting with care plans, and coordinating with RN/HCP to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Ambulatory care experience preferred.
1-2 years LPN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Carry out specialized patient care activities under supervision with appropriate training.
Contribute to development of the plan of care for assigned veterans with updates per policy.
Prepare and administer prescribed medications (oral, topical, IM, IV) and perform treatments.
Observe and document changes in patient health; report deviations to RN/HCP.
Collaborate with RN/HCP to adjust the plan of care and ensure safe, effective care.

Skills

Ambulatory care experience

LPN experience

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

James A Haley Veterans Hospital and Clinics has a Licensed Practical Nurse vacancy within our South Hillsborough Clinic.

Key Responsibilities

VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-CareerBrochure.pdf LicensedPractical Nurse - vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-LPN-Career-Flyer.pdf All duties performed will be completed under close supervision with appropriate training and competencies for assigned task. Duties: Possesses the knowledge and skills to carry out more specialized patient care activities.

This knowledge base includes the use of veteran care data to initiate active contributions to the veteran's overall health plan. Observations of veteran's present status are made and interventions implemented to improve, restore or maintain the optimal function of the veteran. Has knowledge of program regulations and is able to carry out objectives of the Nursing program. In doing this, follows the guidelines to meet and maintain program requirements.

Contributes to the development of the plan of care for assigned veterans outlining program modalities and updates per policy and as changes occur. This plan of care is completed with general review and co-signature by the RN or MD, utilizing a broad knowledge base and expertise to develop and modify treatment plans to meet the veteran and the family's expectations. Promotes and demonstrates nursing concepts in the Medical Center.

Works in collaboration with the Registered Nurse (RN), and or Health Care Provider (HCP). Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, Intramuscular, and/or intravenous) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures.

The LPN/LVN observes for physical and/or emotional changes in patient's health condition, which may include prescribed medications/treatments, to promptly and accurately documenting identified changes, and reporting any deviations from normal to RN/HCP. Takes appropriate actions based upon communications, observations, veteran care reports, provider/staff discussion.

Reports changes to provider and demonstrates the knowledge and ability to effectively intervene and recommend and implement strategies that assure optimal, safe and effective care. Assists other staff to prioritize the overall veteran care needs and adjusts the plan of care as needed. Has astute assessment skills, which allow for observation of obvious and subtle changes in the veteran health condition.

Responds diligently to the veteran changes and deteriorating condition in emergent situations, notifying appropriate personnel in a timely manner. Accurately and consistently reports and records significant veteran information received from other team members and can analyze and implement modifications based on these reports.

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 0800 - 1630
Functional Statement #:22635
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
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 towards 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
VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Telework: Not available
Preferred: -Ambulatory Care experience -1-2 years LPN experience

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

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 $61017 – $79323/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.