This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.
Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: https://youtube.com/embed/Ae85IP1Oiz4 Licensed Practical Nurse - vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-LPN-Career-Flyer.pdf The VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) is seeking to hire a Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse for Long Term Care (LTC) in Dallas, TX.
Major Duties and Responsibilities for Practical Nurse (LTC) Position but are not limited to: Obtains and documents vital signs, neurological checks, circulatory assessments, and intake/output measurements. Observes and reports changes in patient condition to the RN or provider. Provides supportive, therapeutic interactions that maintain dignity and respect for each Veteran.
Administers permitted medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular) according to facility policy. Monitors and documents patient responses to medication and promptly reports abnormalities. Uses clinical judgment to prioritize daily patient care tasks based on patient needs and changing unit conditions. Assists in updating care plans as directed by the RN or provider.
Recognizes urgent situations and seeks assistance from licensed personnel to initiate appropriate interventions. Accurately documents all patient care activities in CPRS. Reports equipment malfunction, environmental safety hazards, or supply shortages to the appropriate personnel. Provides education to Veterans and families regarding medications, basic care expectations, and safety practices.
Supports an environment of trust, positive communication, and therapeutic engagement. Functions as a responsible member of the nursing team and collaborates with interdisciplinary staff. Assists in orienting and supporting new LVNs and support staff as assigned. Participates in ongoing training to enhance skills and knowledge. Work Schedule: 12 hour Day shifts with every other weekend.
May be required to work other shifts, be on call, work weekends and/or holidays as patient care and needs of the service require. Should operational needs dictate, candidates must be willing to work within other units (including community based outpatient clinics, for example) to assist and support continuation of the provision of care/services.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 52824-F, 52825-F,52826-F, 52827-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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.
Exceptions include: Health care education in the military service or training in the military service which is accepted by the licensing body in the jurisdiction in which the individual is licensed as qualifying for full LPN/LVN licensure will be accepted as meeting the education requirements for VHA employment. OR Current GS-0620 LPN/LVN employee of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) who was converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C.
7401(3) in implementation of Public Law 98-160, enacted November 21, 1983, or who was converted to an appointment under 38 U.S.C. 7405 in implementation of Public Law 99-576, enacted October 28, 1986. OR Individual granted a license by a jurisdiction that does not require graduation from an approved school. 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/. School Name: If your school has changed names, or is no longer in existence, you must provide this information in your application.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $52994 – $83186/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
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