Licensed Practical Nurse

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs The Licensed Practical Nurse position is in Neurology Service as part of the Headache Centers of Excellence (HCoE) at the West Haven Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC) located in West Haven, CT. This position is full time at 40 hours per week. Key Responsibilities VA Careers - Licensed Practical Nurse: Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The individual filling this position will work closely with the Headache Center of Excellence (HCoE), which includes a multidisciplinary team with staff from Neurology, Pharmacy, Psychology, Nursing, and Physical and Rehabilitative Medicine Services, as well as lnterfacility sites. Duties include, but are not limited to: Recognizes and quickly responds to emergency situations and makesappropriate and timely interventions. Observes and reports on patient's status and records objective and subjective data in the patient's record. Demonstrates the ability to observe, identify, and respond to patient needs for nursing, medication and equipment assisted care and to recognize deviations from normal. Actively contributes to the interdisciplinary team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's treatment plan and promotes patient participation by fostering self-reliance and independence. Performs support duties for diagnostic or treatment procedures which may include preparing the patient, assisting in the procedure, preparing and passing materials, and monitoring the patient's condition. Assists in scheduling and monitoring patients receiving care in the HCoE Infusion Center (in the ATU} and who are receiving specialized headache treatment on the inpatient Neurology service. Communicates and identifies anticipated patient care problems or problems which may impede the patient care. Identifies and contributes to the learning and cultural needs of patients which may be influenced by differences in social, religious customs and dietary habits. LPN assigned to HCoE will perform duties which may include but not limited to: 1. Scheduling appointments. 2. Coordinating with support staff in Neurology to manage patients who are seen both in HCoE and General Neurology or Neurology Subspecialty clinics. 3. Monitoring the TMP system used for interfacility scheduling, and managing this program for providers who see consults throughout VISN-1 4. Collaborate with providers and GPM regarding clinic profile management and performance improvement initiatives, including clinic slot utilization, reducing no-show rates, and addressing open encounters. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 689-F08720 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Requirements & Education 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: 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: Which agency is hiring for this position? This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. What is the salary for this position? The posted pay range is $61290 - $79676/yr. What is the application deadline? Applications close on 2026-11-13. Who is eligible to apply? This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path. Related Searches Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse jobs, Licensed Practical Nurse careers, apply Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse in West Haven, Licensed Practical Nurse jobs West Haven, Licensed Practical Nurse in Connecticut, Licensed Practical Nurse jobs Connecticut, jobs in West Haven, careers in West Haven, jobs in Connecticut, federal jobs in Connecticut, government jobs Connecticut, jobs near West Haven, Connecticut, Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Health Administration jobs, Veterans Health Administration careers, Veterans Health Administration West Haven, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Veterans Affairs jobs, Practical Nurse, Practical Nurse jobs, USAJOBS Practical Nurse, fed internal search jobs, Licensed Practical Nurse salary Source: USAJOBS.gov - U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-05 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov #J-18808-Ljbffr Veterans Health Administration