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 VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.
This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. The Registered Nurse - Dialysis is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care.
The RN supervises and directs dialysis technicians and ensures required treatment documentation, patient monitoring and safety checks are completed. Dialysis Registered Nurse duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Provides and directs care for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), acute kidney injury (AKI), and late-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Functions as primary nurse for ESRD patient panel and serves as key resource assisting patients navigate the healthcare system. Completes documentation for all clinical and technical recordkeeping in the electronic health record and treatment flowsheets in accordance with established policies and procedures. Monitors, tracks/trends, and reports ongoing care continuity needs and outcomes to the interdisciplinary team.
Seeks guidance on how to improve care provided to patients and families. Delegates elements of care to the appropriate individual based upon assessed needs, condition, and safety of the patient. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines 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: Rotating schedule, 40 hours per week: two 10-hour shifts (0500-1530), one 12-hour shift (0430-1700), and one 8-hour shift (0500-1330).
Position includes rotating weekends, holidays, and participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation supporting inpatient operations. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: A recruitment/relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible, highly qualified applicants. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact: VHAVISN23EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP team for questions/assistance. Learn more
kelsie.niuvela@va.gov · 2532092056
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $65500 – $140292/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-05.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
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