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.
This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until September 30th, 2026 or until all vacancies are filled. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred on a regular basis as vacancies exist. 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. Duties of the Registered Nurse - Resource Float Pool include, but are not limited to: Provides competent, evidence-based nursing care to assigned patients, ensuring best practices and optimal patient outcomes. Oversees and supports licensed vocational nurses and nursing assistants in the delivery of patient care, ensuring adherence to standards and protocols. Assists in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competency validation, and provides consultation on quality improvement and outcomes utilization activities. Demonstrates leadership in the delivery and continuous improvement of holistic patient care through collaboration with interdisciplinary team members. Continuously evaluates nursing practice and care delivery, implementing changes based on the latest evidence and best practices. Fosters a safe and supportive environment that promotes the professional development and competency of nursing and healthcare staff. Actively contributes the professional nursing perspective during interdisciplinary team discussions to facilitate effective patient-centered care planning. Supports a culture of safe, high-quality nursing care by sharing knowledge, providing constructive peer feedback, questioning clinical practices, and participating in activities that promote evidence-based practice. 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: Nights 1930-0800 with rotating weekend and holidays: 72/80 Alternate Work Schedule Eligibility: After successful completion of unit orientation (40 hours per week required until successful completion of orientation).; Adherence to hospital policy and procedures, including leave policy required to qualify for 72/80. 12 hour tours required with 72/80 schedules. Further details will be discussed during interview process. Compressed/Flexible: Available 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
tanya.augdahl@va.gov 701-239-3700 X3649
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