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Licensed Practical Nurse - Psychiatry

Veterans Health Administration

Tuscaloosa, AL · full time

$49,265 – $64,044

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 3, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This VA position serves psychiatric patients in a clinic setting, administering medications and providing direct nursing care to veterans while supporting their physical and emotional recovery. It suits licensed practical nurses seeking stable federal employment with comprehensive benefits and an education debt reduction program.

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 Vocational Nurse license (full, active, current, unrestricted)
  • Graduation from approved practical or vocational nursing school
  • U.S. citizenship or ability to recruit (non-citizens only if qualified citizens unavailable)
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English
  • One year of experience at GS-5 level or equivalent for GS-6 appointment

Nice to have

  • Prior work or military service experience that may credit toward annual leave accrual
  • Knowledge of fire safety, emergency and disaster procedures

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