The Informatics Registered Nurse (RN) exercises leadership in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of hardware and software applications integrated with the electronic health record (EHR) and associated clinical programs/applications. Demonstrates the following core informatics functions to include content management, application support, health information technology system optimization, and change management. part of the informatics team.
This role supports the design, implementation, optimization, and evaluation of clinical systems to enhance workflow efficiency, data integrity, and patient outcomes. The ideal candidate combines strong nursing experience with analytical skills and a passion for leveraging technology to improve care delivery.
The ideal candidate excels in process mapping, problem-solving, and facilitating collaboration between frontline staff and technical teams while being an integral Major Duties include but are not limited to: Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process. Influences outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Executes position responsibilities that demonstrates leadership, experience, and creative approaches, and systematically evaluates current practice. Exercises leadership in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of hardware and software applications integrated with the electronic health record (EHR) and associated programs/applications. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, including other program and service leaders at the facility and network.
Works closely to establish and maintain effective relationships with all levels of Veteran Affairs (VA) staff nationwide. Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level. Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility, Veterans Integrated Services Network (VISN), or Veterans Affairs Central Office (VACO), illustrating performance and leadership that benefit the facility.
Assists in directing the provision of education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization.
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, 0730-1600 Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Preferred Experience: Prior nursing informatics experience Prior experience with EPIC, Cerner, or other EHR Experience with Power BI, power automate, SQL, Python and/or other data analysis programs 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.
dacia.blascoe@va.gov · 612-467-2386
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $72383 – $134430/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-10.
There are 4 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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