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 Mental Health Acute Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) functions directly to support the activities of the St. Cloud VA Health Care System. The RN is responsible for the planning, integrating, implementing, modifying and evaluating the effectiveness of the Veteran's care. The RN will serve as a liaison to both internal and external providers and will be responsible for managing the care of the Veteran and the seamless transition to and from the community.
Major duties include but are not limited to: Participates in nursing service committees. Participates in High Reliability Organization (HRO) processes and HRO initiatives. Demonstrates skill in the provision of nursing care based on utilization of the health history and physical assessment skills. Demonstrates knowledge of Crisis Behavioral Response and Procedure/Response. Demonstrates skill and knowledge of the Suicide Risk Assessment tool and Safety Plan.
Conducts a comprehensive assessment of the patient's health and psychosocial needs, including health literacy status and deficits, and develops a plan collaboratively with the patient and family or caregiver. Plans with patient, family or caregiver, the specialist, the PACT team, other healthcare providers, and the community to maximize health care responses, quality, and cost-effective outcomes.
Facilitates communication and coordination between members of the health care team, involving the patient in the decision-making process in order to minimize fragmentation in services. Strives to promote Veteran self-advocacy and self-determination. Encourages the appropriate use of health care services and strives to improve quality of care and maintain cost effectiveness on a case-by-case basis.
Preferred Experience: Previous Mental Health clinical experience 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: Rotation of Day (7:30 AM- 4:00PM) and Night (Midnight - 8:00AM) with rotating Weekend/Holidays 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 the EDRP Coordinator vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized 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.
Melinda.Kuehl@va.gov · 6057452000 X22163
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $85887 – $152379/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-16.
This is a Rotation of Day (7:30 AM- 4:00PM) and Night (Midnight - 8:00AM) with rotating Weekend/Holidays position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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