Licensed Practical Nurse - Varied Clinics, Growth & PTO

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Federal pension and 401K

Childcare subsidy

Telework not available

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to join the clinical team. The role covers inpatient and outpatient care across multiple clinics, with emphasis on safety, patient education, and coordinated nursing care.

Work involves collaboration with RNs and physicians within the Veterans Health Administration system. The position emphasizes accurate medication administration, documentation, and response to

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved practical or vocational nursing program
• Licensure as a licensed practical or vocational nurse in the United States
• English language proficiency

Responsibilities

• Provide comfort measures and activities of daily living during clinic visits
• Perform complex nursing procedures and wound care as required
• Document medications and patient responses in CPRS/EMR

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Education

Graduate of a state-approved practical/vocational nursing program

Current LPN/LVN license in the United States

Tools

VISTA

CPRS

Clinical reminders

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to join the clinical team. The role covers inpatient and outpatient care across multiple clinics, with emphasis on safety, patient education, and coordinated nursing care.

Work involves collaboration with RNs and physicians within the Veterans Health Administration system. The position emphasizes accurate medication administration, documentation, and response to