Impactful Inpatient Mental Health Nurse (Intermittent)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Inpatient Mental Health Registered Nurse (RN) to lead evidence-based care for patients with mental health conditions in a hospital setting.

The position is temporary (NTE 1 year) and intermittent, with shifts that support patient safety and ongoing recovery-oriented care. Qualified applicants must have an RN license, graduation from an accredited program, and be able to obtain/state licensure; English proficiency is required for direct patient care.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with RN licensure.
• State license to practice as a registered nurse in the United States.
• Foreign nursing education requires degree evaluation.
• Current full, active, unrestricted nursing registration in a US state/territory/DC.
• GNT exception allows temporary appointment while pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise nursing care following the nursing process.
• Coordinate patient education, self-management, and care continuity.
• Administer medications and procedures per policy.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes.
• Lead MH interdisciplinary treatments and ensure safety in the environment.

Skills

English proficiency

RN licensure

Education

Nursing degree (ADN/ Diploma)

BSN with experience

Tools

PMDB training

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Inpatient Mental Health Registered Nurse (RN) to lead evidence-based care for patients with mental health conditions in a hospital setting.

The position is temporary (NTE 1 year) and intermittent, with shifts that support patient safety and ongoing recovery-oriented care. Qualified applicants must have an RN license, graduation from an accredited program, and be able to obtain/state licensure; English proficiency is required for direct patient care.