Outpatient LPN — Patient-Centered Care in Ambulatory

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Hackensack, NJ seeks an Outpatient Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse to provide foundational patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of an RN or provider, supporting safe and efficient clinical operations within the healthcare team.

The LPN performs basic nursing tasks, contributes to high-quality care, and engages in patient education, documentation, and collaborative practice to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program.
• Must hold full, active, unrestricted LPN licensure in the U.S. or DC.
• English language proficiency required for direct patient care.
• GS-3 to GS-6 progression criteria apply per VA standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide foundational, patient-centered nursing care under supervision.
• Support safe and efficient clinical operations within the healthcare team.
• Document nursing actions and monitor patient conditions per policy.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Ambulatory care

Education

Graduate of practical/vocational nursing program

LPN licensure (unrestricted)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Hackensack, NJ seeks an Outpatient Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse to provide foundational patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of an RN or provider, supporting safe and efficient clinical operations within the healthcare team.

The LPN performs basic nursing tasks, contributes to high-quality care, and engages in patient education, documentation, and collaborative practice to ensure continuity of care.