Registered Nurse - Community Living Center

Summary 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) and 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 are ineligible to apply. Qualifications English Language Proficiency In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f), no person shall serve in direct patient‑care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Or individuals attending a master’s‑level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor’s‑level degree in Nursing may have the opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program Upon achievement of a state license, the individual may be appointed on a temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program (Reference VA Handbook 5005 – Appendix G6) Or in cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of a current, full, active, and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant appointment as a nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry‑level nursing education program Credit for foreign nursing education higher than associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD) Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a state, territory, or commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States – or the District of Columbia Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) exception: candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements but do not possess the required licensure may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120‑day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case‑by‑case basis). Note: Grandfathering provision – all persons currently employed in VHA 06 10 series and performing the duties described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held, including positive education and licensure/certification. Grade determinations: the following scope‑education and dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates – and if appropriate – the level within a grade The dimension requirements (practice – Veteran/Patient‑driven care, leadership, professional development, and evidence‑based practice/research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: Grade/level scope education nurse I – Level I delivers fundamental, knowledge‑based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies An associate degree (ADN) or diploma in nursing – with no additional professional nursing required Nurse I – Level II demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts – cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex needs An ADN or diploma in nursing and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level I; or a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required Nurse I – Level III demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning; self‑directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations An ADN or diploma in nursing and two years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I – Level II Or a BSN and one year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I – Level II Or a master’s degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience Or a master’s degree in a related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience Nurse II demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others; a BSN with two years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I – Level III or an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level III Or a master’s degree in a related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level III Or a doctoral degree in nursing with no professional nursing experience; or a doctoral degree in a related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience Nurse III executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting; MSN and two years of specialized nursing experience – one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III; or a master’s degree in a related field with a BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience – one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III; or a doctoral degree in nursing with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III; or a doctoral degree in a related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III *Note: foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit Physical requirements: you will be asked to participate in a pre‑employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre‑employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination Duties This is an open continuous announcement and will remain open until August 17 2026 Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals on an as‑needed basis until positions are filled All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made There is no need to reapply if not originally selected Applicants not selected will remain on file with the hiring manager for the duration of this announcement The CLC Registered Nurse (RN) – Community Living Center delivers comprehensive nursing care to veterans in the rehab and extended care (REC) setting – applying the full nursing process under close supervision This position coordinates care across the continuum – supports patient transitions – and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, veteran‑centered outcomes while contributing to quality improvement Major duties include – but are not limited to: assess, plan, implement, and evaluate all care based on age‑specific components – considering the individual’s age, life stages, state of health, race, culture, values, and previous experiences; assume responsibility for coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of care – including patient and family education and supporting patient self‑management after discharge; work with the care team to sign off and ensure completion of all orders written for their assignment and that of their Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) teammates; administer medications and perform procedures per established policies and guidelines – including daily and weekly skin assessments and monitoring and documenting pain and pain interventions; check crash carts for readiness and respond to codes as part of the code team as needed; influence care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team and participate in unit/program‑level quality improvement activities; establish therapeutic relationships with patients – engaging patients, families, and caregivers to incorporate knowledge, values, and beliefs into care planning without judgment or discrimination; demonstrate positive, effective communication skills and professional behaviors that promote cooperation and teamwork with internal and external customers; participate in unit‑based educational activities – continuing education requirements – and maintain competency for personal and professional growth; contribute to facility accreditation readiness for all regulatory or survey bodies and articulate standards of care – policies – and performance improvement data as needed; VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA nurse total rewards pay – competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential 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 401 K with up to 5 % in contributions; insurance – federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement); licensure – one full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory; work schedule – day & night shifts available: days – six days 7:15 am – 7:45 pm – one day 7:15 am – 3:45 pm or 11:15 am – 7:45 pm – rotating weekends and holidays; nights – six days 7:30 pm – 7:30 am – one day 7:30 pm – 3:30 am or 11:30 pm – 7:30 am – rotating weekends and 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 View email address on click.appcast.io – the EDRP coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more – permanent change of station (PCS): not authorized #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs