This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application.
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
We're seeking a skilled an Advanced Practice Nurse (CNP) in Primary Care for our Central Virginia VA Health Care System (CVHCS), Richmond, Virginia. The incumbent of this position provides integrated outpatient, accessible health care services with their health care teams who are accountable for addressing a large majority of personal health care needs, developing a sustained partnership with patients, and practicing in the context of family and community.
The care is person-centered, team-based, community-aligned, and designed to achieve better health, better care, and lower costs. The Central Virginia VA Health Care System (CVHCS) is a level 1a 349-bed facility offering primary, secondary, and tertiary health care in medicine, surgery, neurology, rehabilitation medicine, intermediate care, acute and sustaining spinal cord injury, skilled nursing home care, and palliative care.
There are four community-based outpatient clinics located in Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Emporia and Spotsylvania County, Virginia, and a strong affiliation with the Medical College of Virginia. Services are rendered in collaboration with the ordering provider, either by specific orders, policy or established protocol. Conduct comprehensive and focused health assessments of employees, including history-taking, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic occupational illnesses and injuries. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; provide health education and counseling. Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with VA policies and state regulations. Coordinate referrals to specialty care. Design and implement health promotion and disease prevention programs targeting workplace-related health issues.
Conduct periodic health screenings and vaccinations in accordance with VA guidelines. Provide education on workplace safety, ergonomics, and the prevention of occupational injuries and illnesses. Manage complex cases involving occupational injuries and illnesses, including coordination of care plans, follow-up appointments, and evaluations for return-to-work.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including HR, safety officers, and other healthcare providers, to ensure comprehensive employee health management. Maintain detailed and accurate medical records in accordance with VA standards and guidelines. Mentor and provide guidance to nursing staff and other healthcare professionals within the employee health program. Assist in the development and update of policies and procedures related to employee health services.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday-Friday at 8:00am-4:30pm.
Telework: Ad-Hoc. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): The position is eligible for the EDRP. Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Ms. Monique Head at monique.head@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
Ashley.Gonzales2@va.gov · 8564380944
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $121037 – $201780/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-16.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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