Practical Nurse-Specialty Clinic

The primary role of the Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) 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.

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

• Citizenship:
  Citizen of the United States
• Education:
  
  Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the National League for Nursing [Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)] at the time the program was completed by the applicant
• Licensure:
  Full, active, current and unrestricted licensure as a licensed practical or vocational nurse in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or District of Columbia

Grade Determination:
In addition to the basic requirements stated in section A, the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade.

The LPN has the knowledge and skills necessary for self-direction in carrying out simple to the most complex practical nursing care assignments for variable patient populations requiring skilled nursing care.

• The incumbent serves as a member of the health care team with selected patients and provides care to them on a regular and recurring basis.
• The LPN completes assigned duties and responsibilities which require a broad work experience.
• The LPN recognizes the need for and seeks guidance when necessary to ensure quality patient care.
• The LPN actively seeks out educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills, sharing new knowledge gained with other staff to improve and advance nursing practice.

Competitive salary and regular salary increases, paid time off, parental leave, child care subsidy, retirement, insurance, and more.