Practical Nurse

Veterans Health Administration

Town of Wausau (WI)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 76,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentives authorized

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Wisconsin seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist with intake, exams, procedures, and patient care under supervision. You will perform treatments, administer medications, and support nursing teams, including immunizations and wound care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient education, and managing clinic communications. Eligible applicants apply through the federal system for a 20-hour schedule at a VA facility in Wausau.

Qualifications

A transcript must be submitted with your application.
Education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions is required.
If using foreign education, submit a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript.

Responsibilities

Assist with intake of Veterans in preparation for provider visits.
Assist providers with exams/procedures and perform treatments.
Administer medications and wound care per order.
Support team communication and message management using the Secured Messaging System.
Coordinate group visits and educate Veterans and families.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

Transcript required

Foreign education equivalency certificate

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The following are the LPN Salary Ranges: Salary Range: GS 3: $45,474 - $59,123 GS 4: $50,328 - $65,429 GS 5: $54,356 - $70,663 GS 6: $58,373 - $75,884 Additional Information Preferred Experience: 2 years clinical experience. The location of this position is in Wausau, WI. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive is approved.

Key Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse, is under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or physician with minimal supervision and is accountable to the Clinic Nurse Manager. He/she demonstrates self-direction and critical thinking skills in carrying out simple to the most complex practical nursing care assignments for variable patient populations. Major Duties may include, but not limited to: Assist with intake of Veterans in preparation for provider visits.

Assist providers with exams/procedures. Perform treatments and procedures such as electrocardiograms, vital signs, blood glucose readings, bladder scans, ear flushes etc. Tracking and administering of required immunizations. Administering ordered medications. Providing ordered wound care. Completion of pertinent clinical reminders. Assist in message management with the Nursing team team using the Secured Messaging System.

Participate in the management of telephone messages related to the teams. Participation and coordination of group visits. Identification of additional services needed by Veterans and their families. Participation in daily huddles and team meetings. Provide guidance to Veterans who are new to the clinic services. Assist with Veteran and family education. Provide unit-based support through equipment and supply monitoring within the work area.

Work with team members to obtain medical records from non-VA facilities. Provide back-up support to lab services at the Community Based Outreach Clinics (CBOCs). Provide other support as needed for the team within the scope of practice for an LPN. Assist with Monthly Audits, Chart, Duress, Out of date supplies, etc. Work Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 07530F, 07531F, 07532F, and 07533F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: 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 $45474 – $75884/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-19.

What is the work schedule?

This is a 20 Hours position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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