Licensed Practical Nurse at Veterans Health Administration (Southwest VA Clinic, Phoenix, AZ)

About the opportunity

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Southwest VA Clinic in Goodyear, Arizona. The primary purpose of this role is to perform assigned duties that promote quality health care, positive customer service, and an environment committed to serving veterans. Working under the guidance of a Nurse Manager or designee, the LPN observes and interviews patients to gather data, recognizes and immediately reports emergency signs and symptoms to registered nurses or healthcare providers, provides direct patient care, administers medications across various routes, and ensures proper handling and maintenance of reusable medical equipment and infection control procedures.

Salary and benefits

• Salary ranging from $48,240 to $87,795 per year depending on grade level and experience
• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package including health insurance, retirement, and leave accrual
• Potential credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work or military service experience

Who can apply?

• Must be a United States citizen (non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified citizens are not available)
• Must be proficient in basic written and spoken English
• Must be a graduate of an approved school of practical or vocational nursing, or meet recognized military service training or grandfathering provisions
• Must possess an active, full, current, and unrestricted LPN or LVN license in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Must meet grade-specific qualification requirements ranging from GS-03 to GS-06 based on experience and education
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service

Required documents

• Long-form resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action (if current or former federal employees)
• License copy
• Transcripts (if using education to qualify)
• Cover letter (optional/if applicable)
• DD214 or other active duty service documentation and SF-15 (if claiming Veterans' Preference)

When to apply

• Announcement Opening Date: October 21, 2026
• Application Closing Date: October 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)

How to apply

• Review the full job announcement and qualification standards on USAJOBS
• Prepare all required documentation including resume, transcripts, and licensure certificates
• Create or log into a USAJOBS account and complete the online application questionnaire via USA Staffing
• Submit the complete application package and required documents prior to the October 28, 2026 deadline

Additional information

• This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status
• Selected applicants must serve a 1 or 2-year trial period
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program or approved medical/religious exemption is mandatory for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screening test