Licensed Practical Nurse

Overview

At the Indian Health Service, Licensed Practical Nurse do more than practice medicine—they change lives. Guided by our mission to raise the health of American Indian and Alaska Native people, you ll deliver compassionate care where it s needed most. Your expertise brings healing and hope across generations. Begin your journey with purpose and, if eligible, receive a recruitment/relocation sign-on bonus.

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct, evidence-based nursing care to patients experiencing acute, sub-acute, or chronic health conditions in inpatient, outpatient, or home care settings.
• As a vital member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, the LPN demonstrates clinical competence, sound judgment, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Assignments may range from routine to complex, requiring independent performance of nursing functions within established policies and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician.

Total Compensation Package – Check out IHS s outstanding total compensation package for this job.
All Grade levels MAY NOT be available at all locations.

• Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. The agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.
• IHS Selectees may be subject to Employee Health Policies related to Measles and Rubella, and seasonal influenza immunizations. Vaccine exemption requests may be available according to guidance.
• The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, adverse actions may occur, up to removal from Federal service.
• On-call hours or standby duty may be required
• Position may be subject to rotating shifts; days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, visit the official DHS site.
• You will need to set up direct deposit for payments