Mental Health LPN: Compassionate Care Leader

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in West Haven, CT seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Mental Health Service within Nursing - Mental Health. The LPN will work under RN/MD supervision, providing medication administration, patient care, and education to Veterans.

The position emphasizes adherence to VA policies, safety, and collaborative care with the nursing team, focusing on high-quality patient outcomes in a mental health setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the State agency or ACEN at program completion.
• Licensure: active, current, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in US
• English proficiency for direct patient care as required by VA policy

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing duties under RN/MD supervision per established policies.
• Administer prescribed medications and document actions and patient responses.
• Recognize urgent or emergent situations and seek appropriate assistance.
• Provide education to patients and families on care, medications, and treatments.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Nursing assessment

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in West Haven, CT seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Mental Health Service within Nursing - Mental Health. The LPN will work under RN/MD supervision, providing medication administration, patient care, and education to Veterans.

The position emphasizes adherence to VA policies, safety, and collaborative care with the nursing team, focusing on high-quality patient outcomes in a mental health setting.