Licensed Vocational Nurse; Community Living Center

Summary

The Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System is seeking 1 experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Nursing Service for their Community Living Center 215-2 for Day Shift. Located in Los Angeles, CA.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement — 07/22/2026.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship:
  United States Citizenship
• English Language Proficiency:
  Proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d)
• Education or Training:
  Must be a graduate of a practical or vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate State accrediting agency and/or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing at the time the program was completed by the applicant; or have completed health care education in the military service or training in the military service
• Grade Determinations: GS-3
  
  Experience:
  
  None beyond the basic requirements
• GS-4
  
  Experience:
  
  At least six months of qualifying experience as an LPN or LVN
• OR Graduation from an approved school and have one year of experience in nursing care work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical/nursing/patient care facility
• OR Graduation from an approved school of at least 24 months duration
• GS-5
  
  Experience:
  
  Completion of at least one year at the GS-4 level or equivalent of qualifying experience as an LPN; demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care
• Other requirements:
  Works with RN/MD/DO to orient/train less experienced staff; ability to educate patients and families about disease processes, medications, and treatment regimes
• Knowledge and skill to prepare, administer, and document medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and/or intravenous) per policies; monitor patient response and report changes to RN/MD/DO
• Emergency response:
  Recognize urgent or emergent situations and initiate appropriate interventions; assist in resuscitation as needed
• Safety:
  Recognize breakage or malfunction of equipment and report hazards promptly
• GS-6
  
  Experience:
  
  At least one year at GS-5 level; proficient in initiating, performing, and completing duties in providing care to diverse patient populations
• References: VA Handbook 5005 - Part II - Appendix G13
• The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-06; actual selection range is GS-03 to GS-06
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Lifting, pushing and pulling up to 35 lbs; walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling for up to 4-6 hours; pushing for up to 4-5 hours; reaching above the shoulder; carrying up to 15 lbs

• This LVN uses technical and manual skills under the direction of the Registered Nurse or licensed physician in the area.
• Performs a wide range of patient care duties throughout GLAHCS.
• Completes work that requires general review by an RN or physician for appropriateness and conformity with policies and procedures.
• Carries out patient care duties in inpatient and/or outpatient settings; supports the nursing team.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments, observes patient responses, and documents changes.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and staff; promotes patient safety and privacy.
• Assists in planning, organizing, and delivering care while considering emotional, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and age-related factors.
• Supports diagnostic tests and procedures, including preparation and handling of instruments and monitoring patient condition.
• Seeks educational opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and shares knowledge with staff.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full-Time, Day Shift; 12-hour rotating shift 7:30 am - 8:00 pm; may include weekends and/or holidays.