LPN - Direct Patient Care & Teaching Roles

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Garner (NC); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Garner Primary Care clinics within the Durham VA Health Care System delivers nursing care to Veterans under RN/MD supervision. The role encompasses medication administration, patient assessment, and routine nursing tasks across adult to geriatric ages, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and teamwork.

Applicants must meet VA basics: state licensure, U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and nursing education from an approved program; opportunities

Formación

• Graduation from an approved practical/vocational nursing program.
• Full, active, unencumbered LPN/LVN license in the United States or DC.
• English language proficiency is required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care under RN/MD supervision.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document responses.
• Assist with minor procedures and patient preparation.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and treatments.
• Precept and orient less experienced staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and patient safety.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Medication administration

Emergency response

Staff training

Documentation

Customer service

Educación

LPN/LVN education (state-approved program)

Current, unrestricted LPN license

NLNAC accreditation (preferred)

English proficiency

Descripción del empleo

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Garner Primary Care clinics within the Durham VA Health Care System delivers nursing care to Veterans under RN/MD supervision. The role encompasses medication administration, patient assessment, and routine nursing tasks across adult to geriatric ages, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and teamwork.

Applicants must meet VA basics: state licensure, U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and nursing education from an approved program; opportunities