Advanced Practice Nurse - Primary Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP program

Paid time off

Federal retirement

Federal health insurance

Job summary

The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) serves in the Primary Care Service, delivering a full range of clinical services aligned with VA’s mission. The role emphasizes quality, timeliness, and advanced practice within education, training, and certification limits. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment) is APPROVED.

Learn more. Benefits include competitive salary, substantial paid time off, and veteran-focused retirement and insurance programs.

Qualifications

• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice.
• Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management.
• Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies.
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and the health care team to develop and implement treatment plans and evaluate health outcomes.
• Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Exemplifies the ICARE core values of Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.

Job description

Summary

The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) practices in Primary Care Service to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness, and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The APN provides advanced clinical practice, consultation, and management. The APN practices to the full extent of their education, training, and certification. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): APPROVED! Learn more.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice.
• Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management.
• Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies.
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and the health care team to develop and implement treatment plans and evaluate health outcomes.
• Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Exemplifies the ICARE core values of Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

• Eligible for EDRP – a student loan payment reimbursement program.
• You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date.
• Approval and 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 complete review of the EDRP application.
• Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for the program.
• Contact [e-mail] for questions or assistance.

Benefits and Compensation

• Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, and 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, and 11 paid Federal holidays).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).

Licensure and Schedule

• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory.
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Compressed/Flexible: Negotiable.
• Telework: Available ad‑hoc only (based on agency policy – not regular or recurring).
• Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.