Licensed Practical Nurse - Southwestern Veterans' Center (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shift)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 62,022 - 75,805; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DMVA Nursing Referral Program up to $4,000

Full-time schedule with consistent hours

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Southwestern Veterans Center. This full-time role offers a chance to provide compassionate care to veterans and their spouses. You will be responsible for health assessments, medication management, and ensuring resident safety and hygiene.

The position requires active licensure in Pennsylvania and a commitment to quality care. Shifts include day, evening, and night rotations with 40 hours per week. Join us and make a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• Active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Applicable for recent graduates within 60 days.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RN in health assessments and documentation.
• Administer medications and maintain patient records.
• Observe residents for changes and report findings.
• Coordinate care in collaboration with the RN.
• Ensure residents' safety and hygiene.
• Provide specialized care as needed.

Skills

Health Assessment Support

Medication Management

Resident Observation

Care Coordination

Safety and Hygiene

Specialized Care

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse role at the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs offers a chance to make a real difference every day. At the Southwestern Veterans Center, you will support veterans and spouses by providing dependable and compassionate care, building strong connections while working in a team that values respect and service.

Responsibilities

• Health Assessment Support: Assist the RN by checking resident health status and ensuring accurate and confidential documentation
• Medication Management: Administer medications and treatments, verify pharmacy orders, and maintain accurate records
• Resident Observation: Observe residents for changes or concerns and report findings while documenting daily care activities
• Care Coordination: Work with the RN to help plan and adjust resident care and participate in nursing committees when needed
• Safety and Hygiene: Ensure residents are clean, safe, and well‑groomed while supporting infection control practices
• Specialized Care: Provide focused care for residents in specialty units such as Alzheimer care

Work Hours and Additional Information

• Full‑time employment: 8 hours/day; 40 hours/week.
• Positions are available on the following shifts:
  • 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) with a 30‑minute lunch
  • 2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) with a 30‑minute lunch
  • 3rd shift (10:00 PM – 6:30 AM) with a 30‑minute lunch
• Rotating days and weekends. Working every other weekend is required.
• Telework: Not available.
• Salary: Starting annual salary $68,914.00 (before taxes) for new hires in Pennsylvania.
• DMVA Nursing Referral Program: Eligible employees and referred candidates may receive payments of up to $4,000.

Qualifications

• Active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Temporary practice permit holders must obtain licensure within one (1) year as defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• PA residency requirement is waived for this title.
• If you have completed a licensed practical nursing program within 60 days, you may apply. Proof of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or Licensed Practical Nurse license must be shown at appointment.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• Falls under the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory criminal history reports (e.g., PA State Police and FBI clearance).
• A conditional offer of employment may require satisfactory completion of a medical examination.

How to Apply

• Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be reviewed; eligibility must be demonstrated on the application.
• Provide unofficial transcripts if claiming educational credits.
• Submit all required materials by the posting closing date.
• Failure to comply with application requirements may eliminate you from consideration.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect your own experience and qualifications. Generative AI may be used only for preparation; not for misrepresentation.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.
• Learn more at www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• Contact 711 for hearing or speech impairment accommodations.

Examination Information

• Completing the application with all supplemental questions serves as the exam; no further written test is required.
• Your score is based solely on the information you provide.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• Inaccurate or incomplete information may lower your score or lead to disqualification.
• Only one application/test is allowed per posting.
• Results will be emailed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.