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.
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) Program executes position responsibilities that demonstrate advanced clinical practice, leadership, and innovative approaches to the management of complex HBPC care. The NP provides direct Veteran care and comprehensive care coordination within the HBPC Program for Veterans with complex health needs.
The NP is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who provides evidence-based care for a population of patients. Duties include, but not limited to: Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice.
Conducts thorough assessments, triage, and care planning for Veterans in their homes, integrating geriatric care, primary care, palliative care, and health promotion. Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management. Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies as clinically indicated.
Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions to address patient needs. Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services. Provides education to Veterans and their families, empowering self-management and facilitating access to community resources. Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, contributing to the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of HBPC policies, procedures, and guidelines. Fosters a safe, supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals and interdisciplinary team members. Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.
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 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not available.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
richelle.lyford-maye@va.gov · 208-422-1000 X7015
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $108501 – $168050/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-16.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-15 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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