This position primarily serves Veteran on the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (domiciliary) unit. The LPN will care for the unique physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients admitted to the Domiciliary to include but not limited to providing one - on - one and group education, medication administration, and suicide risk screenings.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN), GS-6 provides full-performance level practical nursing care to Veterans with diverse physical and behavioral health needs. The nurse delivers high-quality, Veteran-centered care under the guidance of the Nurse Manager or designee, requiring advanced technical competence and minimal supervisory review for compliance with established policies and procedures.
Duties may include but are not limited to; Clinical Care & Patient Support Deliver technically proficient nursing care for variable patient populations, applying clinical judgment to select appropriate procedures and treatment sequencing. Recognize, report, and accurately document relevant patient information throughout the care episode. Participate in the development and implementation of patient care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary health care team.
Medication Administration & Treatments Prepare and administer prescribed medications, including oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and IV (where permitted). [LPN Perform treatments according to established procedures, monitor patient responses, and promptly report abnormalities to the RN or provider.
Emergency & Critical Response Identify urgent or emergent patient care situations and initiate appropriate emergency interventions under the direction of the RN or MD/DO. Diagnostic & Specialized Procedure Support Prepare patients for complex diagnostic exams and specialized procedures, assist clinicians, and manage specialized instruments and equipment. Serve as a preceptor to orient and train less-experienced LPNs/LVNs, NAs, or HTs.
Patient Interaction & Customer Service Establish constructive, therapeutic relationships with patients and families, promoting dignity, privacy, communication, and socialization. Treat all patients, visitors, volunteers, and staff with courtesy, tact, and respect while supporting Medical Center mission and service standards.
Age-Specific & Veteran-Focused Care Provide care appropriate to adult and geriatric populations, incorporating cognitive, emotional, and developmental factors. Apply knowledge of age-related changes, lifestyle needs, and Veteran population differences to ensure safe, individualized care. Documentation & Compliance Thoroughly document all patient care as part of the care-planning process and maintain compliance with VHA documentation standards.
Protect sensitive patient information in accordance with the Privacy Act, federal regulations, and VHA guidelines. Professional Development Seek educational opportunities to enhance clinical knowledge and share new insights with colleagues to strengthen nursing practice. Physical Requirements Perform duties requiring walking, standing, lifting, bending, kneeling, and extended periods of direct patient care.
Follow safe patient handling and mobility protocols Work Schedule: 3:30pm-12:00am Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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 #: 60948F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
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/.
tamika.mitchell2@va.gov · 334-272-4670 X56105
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $58892 – $76560/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-02.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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