Registered Nurse (Acute Care Inpatient)

Quick Facts

• Role: Registered Nurse (Acute Care Inpatient)
• Unit: Acute Care Inpatient Nursing Division (4C)
• Focus: Direct, coordinate, and supervise quality nursing care for a veteran population with varying complexity

Description

Provide, coordinate, and supervise delivery of acute inpatient nursing care, including patient education, self-management support, and care coordination across the continuum. Administer medications and procedures per policy, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to influence outcomes, and maintain confidentiality. Practice evidence-based nursing while ensuring safe operation, infection control, and appropriate patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with an emphasis on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction across the continuum
• Administer medications and procedures according to established policies and guidelines
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to influence patient care outcomes
• Communicate professionally with internal and external customers
• Maintain confidentiality of patient/employee information electronically, verbally, and in writing
• Work safely using infection control practices and proper equipment operation
• Use nursing research and evidence-based practice in daily work
• Provide care aligned with the biopsychosocial needs of the served population

Requirements

• BLS and ACLS (required)
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN licensure
• English language proficiency for direct patient care
• Graduate of an approved nursing program (ACEN or CCNE) or accepted equivalent pathway
• U.S. citizenship (or limited non-citizen appointment criteria)
• Complete pre-employment physical, onboarding, and background/security investigation
• Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement
• Selective Service registration (for eligible males)
• Ability to perform physical duties typical of nursing care (standing, walking, sitting, moderate lifting, repeated bending/kneeling)
• Hematology/Oncology certification/training may be required based on unit needs

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular increases and potential performance awards
• Paid time off (total 50 days/year)
• Federal pension and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance options
• Variable work schedule based on department needs