Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

US Department of Veterans Affairs – Cedar Rapids, IA

Join our team at the Cedar Rapids VA CBOC as a Licensed Practical Nurse and make a difference in the lives of our nation's Veterans! We're seeking a compassionate and skilled LPN to provide high-quality care in our state-of-the-art outpatient facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides nursing cares such as: medication administration, obtaining/recording vital signs, check/restock supplies, perform delegated procedures and timely complete documentation.
• Recognizes urgent or emergent patient care situations and seeks assistance from other team members to perform optimal care.
• Provides education to patient and patients family members
• Prepares and administers medications and vaccines in a safe manner
• Adheres to principles of infection control, safety and universal precautions - creating a safe environment for patients, families and co-workers
• Recognizes and responds to breakage/malfunctions or loss of equipment, safety hazards, and supply deficiencies
• Provide full range of practical nursing care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems, completing assigned duties which involve performing nonstandard and specialized practical nursing activities under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Complete clinical reminders and reports of data findings to clinician, provider, or RN.
• Laboratory experience preferred, but not required.

Required Qualifications:

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Training provided.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination/evaluation.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Education and Licensure Requirements:

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.

• Education: Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission).
• 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.
• New or soon-to-be graduates encouraged to apply!

Why Choose VA?

• Financial peace of mind: Competitive wages with guaranteed 40-hour work week
• Annual pay increases: 2% federal, 2% local, and $1,995+ promotional
• Excellent retirement benefits: TSP (401k) with employer contributions AND Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) pension
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Work-life balance: 11 paid federal holidays, 13-26 paid vacation days, AND 13 paid sick days annually
• Career advancement opportunities and educational support

Available Services at Cedar Rapids VA CBOC:

Our clinic offers a wide range of services, including primary care, mental health, pharmacy, laboratory, radiology, and rehabilitation services. As an LPN, you'll have the opportunity to work across various specialties and expand your skillset.Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care to those who have served our country. Apply now to become a valued member of the VA healthcare team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,220.00 - $63,388.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Differential pay
• Overtime pay