Licensed Practical Nurse
On-site · Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) sought to provide skilled nursing care in Specialty and Primary Care Clinics at Ralph H. Johnson VAMC and surrounding Community-Based Outpatient Clinics. Responsibilities include administering oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications as permitted by local policies; observing and documenting patient responses; collaborating with the nursing team and other professionals; monitoring vital signs; assisting with activities of daily living; maintaining a safe, clean patient environment; developing and implementing patient care plans; educating patients and families on health management and disease prevention; performing wound care and assisting with minor surgical procedures; maintaining accurate records; responding to patient calls; participating in training and continuing education; and other duties as needed. Requires NCLEX-PN pass, active LPN licensure, BLS, and at least 2 years in long-term care. This position is contingent upon contract award and involves work in inpatient/outpatient settings within VA facilities, with potential for travel as needed. Benefits for full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid time off, and annual bonus. Equal opportunity employer.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN to obtain licensure
- Current unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in any US state/DC/PR/US territories
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association
- Two (2) years of current experience in a long-term care setting, including the last six months
- Graduate of a state approved school of practical/vocational nursing
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance and South Carolina criminal background check
Additional Requirements
- US Citizenship or Permanent Resident required
- South Carolina criminal background check required
- VA Public Trust Clearance required
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