Community Living Center Nurse – EDRP Eligible

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide nursing care for Veterans in a high‑volume inpatient setting. The RN delivers evidence‑based, patient‑centered care, administers medications, and coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to support optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient education, care planning, and engagement in quality improvement and governance activities, with a rotating schedule including nights and weekends as

Qualifications

• English proficiency required for written and spoken communication.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with RN licensure.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in the United States or territory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fundamental, knowledge-based nursing care to Veterans.
• Administer medications and procedures per policies.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and options.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and shared governance.

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Patient advocacy

Education

Nursing degree (RN) from accredited program

State professional nursing license

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide nursing care for Veterans in a high‑volume inpatient setting. The RN delivers evidence‑based, patient‑centered care, administers medications, and coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to support optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient education, care planning, and engagement in quality improvement and governance activities, with a rotating schedule including nights and weekends as