LPN/LVN Nurse — Primary Care (Full-Time)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse/License Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide direct patient care in a VA Eastern Colorado Health Care setting.

The role emphasizes clinical nursing duties, patient safety, and compassionate service to Veterans within an organized healthcare environment. The position requires completion of an approved practical nursing program and an active license, with English proficiency and adherence to VA standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved practical or vocational nursing program.
• Active, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in the United States.
• U.S. citizenship; non-citizens may be considered only as allowed by VA policy.
• English language proficiency for direct patient care.
• GS-6 requires one year of additional qualifying experience at the GS-5 level.

Responsibilities

• Provide the full range of practical nursing care to patients with diverse physical and behavioral conditions.
• Perform routine patient evaluations, observe symptoms, and monitor responses to treatments.
• Document in patient records and report significant deviations to RN or provider.
• Educate patients and families about diseases, medications, and treatment plans.
• Coordinate ordering and maintenance of supplies and medications; manage data in patient records.
• Recognize urgent or emergent care needs and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.

Education

Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the State agency

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse/License Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide direct patient care in a VA Eastern Colorado Health Care setting.

The role emphasizes clinical nursing duties, patient safety, and compassionate service to Veterans within an organized healthcare environment. The position requires completion of an approved practical nursing program and an active license, with English proficiency and adherence to VA standards.