About the opportunity
The Primary Care Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides high-quality, evidence-based care for a culturally diverse Veteran population, emphasizing patient-centered care to veterans ages 18 to 75 and above in the outpatient care setting. Operating as a member of the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Manager, the LVN is responsible for providing direct and/or indirect patient care, collecting and documenting clinical data, administering medications per policy and scope of license, and recognizing patients in distress who need immediate intervention. The position is located at the ACC Bravo Clinic in Redlands, California.
Salary and benefits
- Annual leave accrual based on prior federal service, work experience, or military service experience
- Comprehensive federal benefits package and career development support
Who can apply?
- United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens
- Proficiency in basic written and spoken English
- Education: Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) at the time of completion
- Licensure: Active, full, current, and unrestricted licensure as a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse in a State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
- Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
- Must pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening urinalysis
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program or approved exemption is mandatory
Required documents
- Resume (including the standard Clinical Resume Document downloaded from VA Careers uploaded into the restricted Resume field, and full CV/resume in the Other field if applicable)
- Cover Letter
- DD-214 or Statement of Service (if claiming Veterans' Preference)
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- SF-15 (if applicable for 10-point veteran preference)
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action (for current or former Federal employees)
- Transcript (if using education to qualify)
When to apply
- Date Posted: August 28, 2026
- Application Deadline: September 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Review the job announcement and ensure all required documents are prepared
- Click Apply Online on USAJOBS to create an account or log in to an existing account
- Complete the required occupational questionnaire
- Upload the designated resume and required supporting documents
- Submit your complete application package before the closing date of September 4, 2026
Additional information
- The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6, with actual grade placement ranging from GS-3 to GS-6 based on qualifications.
- Remuneration ranges from $58,741 to $93,292 per year.
- Selected applicants are required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period.
- This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Licensed Vocational Nurses interested in providing patient-centered care within a collaborative PACT team.
- Professionals who enjoy working with a diverse veteran population in an outpatient clinic setting.
- Candidates looking for a stable federal position with career development support.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Redlands, CA, and requires a 1 or 2-year trial period.
- Applicants must be prepared for mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements.
- The position is in the Excepted Service, which does not confer the same competitive status as other federal roles.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a great fit for an LVN looking to build experience within the VA system. It offers a structured environment where one can contribute to evidence-based care while benefiting from federal career development resources and long-term stability.
Our take
This is a solid opportunity for LVNs dedicated to veteran care. Those seeking competitive status or remote work should look elsewhere.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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