Senior LPN/LVN - Specialized Patient Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Akron, OH seeks a LPN/LVN at the GS-7 level to provide specialized nursing care and contribute to the patient health plan. The role supports RN/MD in prioritizing care and ensuring timely interventions.

Minimum 5 years nursing experience with ambulatory/outpatient or specialty care preferred; active licensure and eligibility required. Work includes collaboration with a broader care team to deliver comprehensive nursing services.

Qualifications

• Full, active, current, and unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in the United States or DC.
• GS-7 level is for select, complex LPN/LVN positions with broader supervision responsibilities.
• Demonstrates the ability to assist RN/MD in prioritizing patient care needs and documenting care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the scope of practice and contribute to the patient health plan.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to RN/MD/DO.
• Administer prescribed medications/treatments and document responses.
• Participate in development and modification of treatment plans as directed.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

LPN/LVN licensure

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Akron, OH seeks a LPN/LVN at the GS-7 level to provide specialized nursing care and contribute to the patient health plan. The role supports RN/MD in prioritizing care and ensuring timely interventions.

Minimum 5 years nursing experience with ambulatory/outpatient or specialty care preferred; active licensure and eligibility required. Work includes collaboration with a broader care team to deliver comprehensive nursing services.