ICU Critical Care RN – Night Shift, EDRP Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal pension

Federal health/vision/dental/term life

VA 401K with up to 5%

Job summary

James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Johnson City, TN is seeking an experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) to provide leadership in the SCU and critical care settings. The role requires current RN licensure, ADN/ diploma with BSN preferred, and a strong background in ICU/critical care nursing.

EDRP eligibility is offered with program approvals through VA. The RN will collaborate to develop, implement, and evaluate policies and patient care guidelines, ensuring

Qualifications

• English language proficiency is required for direct patient care.
• Graduate from an approved nursing program with proper licensure.
• Foreign education requires formal degree equivalency validation for VA.
• License must be current and active in the US state or territory.
• Nurse education standards and grade level criteria apply per VA handbook.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for acutely/critically ill patients.
• Collaborate in policy, procedures, and guideline development.
• Lead and mentor peers for safe, high-quality nursing care.
• Assist in evaluating outcomes and applying evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrate leadership and professional development within the unit.

Skills

ICU/CCU experience

Nursing license

English proficiency

Education

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

BSN required/preferred

Master's in nursing (MSN) with related field

Job description

James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Johnson City, TN is seeking an experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) to provide leadership in the SCU and critical care settings. The role requires current RN licensure, ADN/ diploma with BSN preferred, and a strong background in ICU/critical care nursing.

EDRP eligibility is offered with program approvals through VA. The RN will collaborate to develop, implement, and evaluate policies and patient care guidelines, ensuring