ICU Registered Nurse - Critical Care Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Intensive Care Unit at the John Cochran Division, VA St. Louis Health Care System, St.

Louis, MO. The role provides direct care in the ICU/critical care setting for diverse patient populations from admission through transfer or discharge, addressing life-threatening conditions with a patient-centered approach. Applicants should meet RN licensure requirements, hold an approved nursing degree, and may pursue advanced

Qualifications

• English language proficiency is required.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program and licensed as a Registered Nurse.
• Foreign nursing education evaluation may be required for some candidates.
• Current, full, active RN license in a US state, territory, or DC.
• GNT exception allows temporary appointment while pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care in ICU/critical care inpatient settings.
• Administer medications and procedures per established standards.
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team and manage patient transitions.
• Educate patients and families and participate in discharge planning.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

BSN

MSN

RN license

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Intensive Care Unit at the John Cochran Division, VA St. Louis Health Care System, St.

Louis, MO. The role provides direct care in the ICU/critical care setting for diverse patient populations from admission through transfer or discharge, addressing life-threatening conditions with a patient-centered approach. Applicants should meet RN licensure requirements, hold an approved nursing degree, and may pursue advanced