LPN - Outpatient Specialty Clinic Expert

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lexington VA Health Care System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care in the Out-patient Specialty Clinics at the Bowling Campus. The LPN must be technically proficient and able to perform assigned duties within the scope of licensure.

Applicants who have not yet completed education or licensure may be tentatively referred but cannot be hired until requirements are met. The full performance level is GS-6, with a selection range GS-3 to GS-6.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible under VA policy.
• Must be proficient in English (written and spoken).
• Graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program.
• Active, full, current, unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in a U.S. state or D.C.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care within scope of practice.
• Carry out patient care duties and administer medications as prescribed.
• Support a nursing team and coordinate with other staff.

Skills

Medication administration

Emergency response

Direct patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Graduate of practical or vocational nursing program

Job description

The Lexington VA Health Care System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care in the Out-patient Specialty Clinics at the Bowling Campus. The LPN must be technically proficient and able to perform assigned duties within the scope of licensure.

Applicants who have not yet completed education or licensure may be tentatively referred but cannot be hired until requirements are met. The full performance level is GS-6, with a selection range GS-3 to GS-6.