VA
$40,143 – $69,480
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A Licensed Practical Nurse position within the VA's mental health team, where you'd deliver routine nursing care to psychiatric patients under RN supervision, including medication administration, patient monitoring, and documentation in a 12-hour shift structure. The role suits nurses seeking stable government employment in behavioral health who are comfortable working within a structured, protocol-driven environment.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
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What they ask for
Required
- Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse active unrestricted license
- U.S. citizenship or military health care education accepted by licensing body
- Graduation from approved practical or vocational nursing program
- Current BLS certification
Nice to have
- Six months or more LPN/LVN experience
- Nursing care experience in hospital, clinic, nursing home or medical facility
- Graduation from approved school of at least 24 months duration
- Experience training less experienced nursing staff or assistants