ICU Critical Care Nurse Leader & Educator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse - Critical Care to provide evidence-based nursing care to assigned patients and oversee licensed staff as appropriate to the setting.

The role requires graduation from an approved nursing program, active RN licensure in the United States, and adherence to VA qualification standards. Leadership, education coordination, and quality improvement experience are valued assets.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required for direct patient care per VA standards.
• RN must be graduate of an approved nursing program and licensed in the U.S.
• State license must be active and unrestricted.
• Foreign nursing education requires degree equivalency validation if applicable.
• Awareness of VA Qualification Standards and GNT option guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead provision of nursing care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate education, orientation, and competency development.
• Guide quality improvement and outcomes utilization initiatives.
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure holistic patient care and safety.
• Mentor staff and support evidence-based practice.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Clinical decision making

Communication

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Registered Nurse (RN) licensure

ACEN/CCNE accreditation knowledge

ACLS/BLS certifications

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse - Critical Care to provide evidence-based nursing care to assigned patients and oversee licensed staff as appropriate to the setting.

The role requires graduation from an approved nursing program, active RN licensure in the United States, and adherence to VA qualification standards. Leadership, education coordination, and quality improvement experience are valued assets.