The Resource Pool Nurse works in Patient Care Services and is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimal care to multiple areas of nursing.
The incumbent will also seek guidance on how to improve care provided to patients and families and delegate elements of care to the appropriate individual based upon assessed needs, condition, and safety of the patient.
Duties include but are not limited to: Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of interdisciplinary care. Engages patients, families, and other caregivers to incorporate knowledge, values, and beliefs into care planning without judgement or discrimination.
Communicates and treats the Veteran and as appropriate the Veteran's family, caregiver and/or significant other, the Veteran representatives, visitors to VA facilities, all VA staff, and other customers in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner.
Provides the Veteran's family, caregiver and/or significant other, the Veteran's representative, visitors to VA facilities, all VA staff, and other customers with consistent information according to establish policies and procedures. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with any consumer group appropriately and in a constructive manner.
Assist in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization consultation. Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others for all patient care areas included within Resource Pool assignments.
Provides peers with informal constructive feedback for improvement and fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals. Leads efforts with management and within the Shared Governance Structure to alleviate identified care and culture disparities between units. Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Benefits: May be eligible for Health Insurance and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) if expected to work over 130 hours per month for 90 days Transit subsidies (conditions apply) A uniform allowance: Authorized Work Schedule: Shifts will be assigned on an "as needed" basis and could include the following tours: 7:30am - 4:00pm, 3:30pm - 12:00am, 11:30pm - 8:00am.
Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Kevin.Hicks@va.gov · 904-219-6715
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $83936 – $147915/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-20.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-14 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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