Spinal Cord Injury LVN: Home Care for Veterans

US Department of Veterans Affairs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide hands-on care to Veterans with spinal cord injuries in home settings, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team.

The LVN will promptly report complications to the RN and healthcare team, support care plans, and ensure timely medical intervention while meeting licensure and citizenship requirements.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship required; non-citizens may be appointed only where permitted by policy.
• English language proficiency required for direct patient care services.
• Graduate of an approved practical/vocational nursing program; NLNAC accreditation preferred.
• Active, full, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in a U.S. state or D.C.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing care to Veterans with spinal cord injuries, including home-based care.
• Promptly report complications or changes in patient condition to the RN and healthcare team.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Practical nursing education

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide hands-on care to Veterans with spinal cord injuries in home settings, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team.

The LVN will promptly report complications to the RN and healthcare team, support care plans, and ensure timely medical intervention while meeting licensure and citizenship requirements.