Practical Nurse

Veterans Health Administration; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration in Springfield, IL seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in outpatient clinics, focusing on adult through geriatric Veterans with acute and chronic conditions.

You will perform nursing duties, document findings, educate patients on prevention and disease management, and work within defined policies to ensure timely care. This is a full-time, day-shift position.

Qualifications

• Transcript must be submitted with your application.
• If using foreign education, you must provide a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript.
• Education verification per VA requirements and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care to adult through geriatric Veterans in outpatient clinics.
• Observe and report changes in patients' physical and emotional condition using nursing process.
• Perform health history screenings and patient education on prevention and disease management.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical Nurse is to perform assigned duties in a manner that promotes quality health care, positive customer service and the maintenance of an environment committed to serving the veteran. The LPN also performs assigned duties in a manner that provides chronic disease education and qualify of life in the outpatient setting.

Key Responsibilities

The LPN assigned to PACT/Medical Specialty clinics are held accountable for delivering direct patient care to adult through geriatric Veterans for both acute and chronic diseases in an outpatient clinic setting. S/he recognizes age related needs and demonstrates knowledge and care appropriate to those age groups.

Duties include but are not limited to: Observes and reports changes in patients' physical and emotional conditions utilizing elements of the nursing process of signs and symptoms identification, observation, perception, clinical measurements, screening protocols, and prescribed history taking Performs health history screenings per pre-formatted documentation, e.g., ambulatory care 10-10, prevention notes, and clinical reminders Screens, intervenes, and follows through for acute/chronic medical and emotional conditions for adult through geriatric populations with minimal supervision of a registered - nurse/provider.

Implements basic and advanced LPN procedures as defined by policies and procedures Performs patient education and documentation for prevention, healthier lifestyle, functionality, and disease management factors Distinguishes between normal changes that accompany the aging process vs. pathological changes Recognizes priorities and adjusts patient care accordingly Demonstrates ability to vary the order and sequence of assigned procedures based on the patient's condition.

Delivers patient care in a timely manner and according to approved policies and procedures. Recognizes and intervenes appropriately for urgent and emergency patient needs Demonstrates ongoing improvement as an experienced LPN in recognizing, assessing, and intervening in both acute and chronic medical conditions, and minor surgical. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:45am - 4:15pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 02569F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $45098 – $75718/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.