Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Overview

Akicita Federal is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to deliver direct patient care in support of the VA Primary Care team at the Dayton VA Medical Center in Dayton, OH. In this role, you will work alongside an interdisciplinary PACT team to provide coordinated, veteran-centered primary care in a fast‑paced clinical environment. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well‑being of those who have served our country.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient histories, perform clinical assessments, and contribute to individualized care plans within the electronic medical record.
• Administer prescribed medications, verify medication orders across shifts, and document patient responses accurately.
• Monitor and document fluid intake and output each shift; perform routine skin assessments and execute measures to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the charge nurse or supervising physician and assist in revising care plans as needed.
• Operate clinical equipment including EKG machines, cardiac monitors, and defibrillators; deliver central line and ventilator care in accordance with facility policies.
• Educate patients and families on medications, therapies, and diagnostic procedures, and document their demonstrated understanding.
• Recognize and respond to acute changes in patient status, initiate appropriate emergency interventions, and participate in multidisciplinary discharge planning.

What Sets Candidates Apart

• Prior experience working within the VA healthcare system or serving a veteran patient population.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, particularly for candidates interested in specialized clinic assignments.
• Familiarity with VA electronic medical record systems (e.g., CPRS or Oracle Health).
• Experience participating in multidisciplinary team huddles, care coordination, or patient discharge planning.
• Demonstrated comfort with central line care, ventilator management, or specialized prosthesis care.

About Akicita Federal

Akicita Federal is a Native American‑owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program‑support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work — clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff — and we treat them like the professionals they are.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Akicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self‑Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93‑638) where applicable.