Location & Practice Overview

This LPN role is based in Savannah, Georgia, within veteran-focused outpatient clinics operated under a government medical services contract. Care is delivered in primary care and specialty clinic environments that support coordinated outpatient services for Veterans.

Practice Setting Outpatient primary care and specialty clinics
Care Model Veteran-focused outpatient care
Geographic Context Savannah, Georgia
Service Line Support Primary care with occasional support in acute care medical/surgical and outpatient laboratory areas
Team Structure Interdisciplinary collaboration with physicians, registered nurses, and other healthcare team members

Responsibilities

  • Administer oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications according to approved policies and monitor patient responses.
  • Monitor vital signs, document patient histories and clinical observations, and maintain accurate medical records.
  • Collaborate in developing and implementing patient care plans while promptly communicating changes in condition to the healthcare team.
  • Educate patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and medications.
  • Assist with wound care, minor procedures, activities of daily living when needed, and emergency response.
  • Help maintain a clean, safe clinical environment and participate in organizational quality and compliance initiatives.

The role centers on direct skilled nursing support throughout the clinic visit, ensuring safe medication administration, continuous monitoring, and coordinated care delivery.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold current licensure and meet specific experience and clearance standards required for this veteran outpatient setting.

Education & Exam
Graduate of a state-approved practical/vocational nursing program with successful completion of the NCLEX-PN
License
Current, unrestricted LPN license from any U.S. state, territory, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico
Certification
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
Experience
Minimum two years of current primary care experience, including work performed within the last six months
Citizenship & Clearance
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Card holder; ability to obtain and maintain VA Public Trust Clearance and complete a South Carolina criminal background check
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform prolonged sitting and standing and lift up to 15 pounds

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is structured under the Service Contract Act with an hourly base rate plus Health & Welfare fringe. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package.

  • Hourly rate: $25–$27 USD
  • Health & Welfare (H&W): up to $5.09 per hour in accordance with the Service Contract Act
  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Annual bonus

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time
Shift Length 8- to 10-hour shifts
Work Setting On-site outpatient clinic environment
Physical Demands Prolonged sitting and standing; lifting up to 15 pounds

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Care is provided exclusively to Veterans in an outpatient clinic setting that includes both primary care and specialty services.

Patient Population Veterans
Encounter Type Outpatient clinic visits
Clinical Context Primary care and specialty outpatient clinics
Care Pathway Coordinated outpatient care with interdisciplinary support

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical core of this LPN position centers on skilled nursing support within veteran outpatient primary care and specialty clinics, with emphasis on medication administration, continuous monitoring, and patient education.

Medication Administration Oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous routes under approved policies
Clinical Monitoring Vital signs assessment and ongoing observation of patient condition
Patient & Family Education Health management, disease prevention, and medication teaching
Supportive Clinical Procedures Wound care, minor procedures, and emergency response support

Role Highlights

This position combines direct LPN clinical work in a veteran-focused outpatient environment with the requirements of a government medical services contract.

  • Dedicated veteran outpatient primary care and specialty clinic focus
  • Government contract role requiring VA Public Trust Clearance
  • Service Contract Act compensation structure that includes Health & Welfare fringe
  • Opportunity to support care across primary care with occasional medical/surgical and laboratory areas

About International SOS Government Medical Services

International SOS Government Medical Services is part of International SOS, an organization founded in 1984 that delivers healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services. The company operates in more than 90 countries and supports healthcare programs that improve patient care and operational readiness across the U.S. and internationally.

Founded 1984
Geographic Reach Operations in more than 90 countries
Core Services Healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support
Focus Areas U.S. and international healthcare programs supporting patient care and operational readiness

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Georgia LPN license required, or will any state license be accepted?
A current unrestricted LPN license from any U.S. state, territory, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico is accepted.
What does the Health & Welfare (H&W) payment cover?
The Health & Welfare fringe of up to $5.09 per hour is provided in accordance with the Service Contract Act and is in addition to the base hourly rate.
Are there specific background or security clearance requirements?
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a VA Public Trust Clearance and successfully complete a South Carolina criminal background check. U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident status is required.
How recent does the required primary care experience need to be?
A minimum of two years of current primary care experience is required, and that experience must include work performed within the last six months.
Will the LPN work only in primary care clinics?
The primary focus is primary care and specialty outpatient clinics. Support may also be needed in acute care medical/surgical and outpatient laboratory areas as required.
Is BLS from providers other than the American Heart Association accepted?
The posting specifies current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Savannah, GA

This full-time Licensed Practical Nurse position in Savannah, Georgia, supports veteran-focused outpatient care within primary care and specialty clinics under a government medical services contract with International SOS Government Medical Services. The LPN provides direct skilled nursing, administers medications by multiple routes, monitors vital signs and patient responses, documents clinical observations, educates patients and families, and assists with wound care and minor procedures. The role requires a current unrestricted LPN license from any U.S. jurisdiction, NCLEX-PN completion, AHA BLS certification, at least two years of recent primary care experience, and the ability to obtain VA Public Trust Clearance. Compensation is $25–$27 per hour plus Health & Welfare fringe of up to $5.09 per hour under the Service Contract Act, with full-time benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and an annual bonus. Shifts are 8 to 10 hours in an on-site outpatient clinic environment. The position offers the opportunity to work as part of an interdisciplinary team serving Veterans while meeting the specific clearance and experience standards of a government-contracted healthcare setting.

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