Inpatient Med-Surg Nurse Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Inpatient Staff Registered Nurse to lead and collaborate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of clinical policies and guidelines. The role emphasizes leadership and the ability to improve care across patient groups.

The RN must meet licensure requirements, hold an approved nursing degree, and maintain active registration. The position is full-time, on-site, with a schedule that may include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required for direct patient care positions.
• Graduate of a nursing program approved by ACEN or CCNE.
• Foreign nursing graduates must have an active RN license in a US state and may need degree equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in development, implementation, evaluation and revision of policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Demonstrates leadership and improves care for a group of patients.
• Provides peers with formal or informal feedback for improvement.
• Supports colleagues and nurses through knowledge sharing to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (ADN/ Diploma)

State nursing license

BSN preferred

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Inpatient Staff Registered Nurse to lead and collaborate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of clinical policies and guidelines. The role emphasizes leadership and the ability to improve care across patient groups.

The RN must meet licensure requirements, hold an approved nursing degree, and maintain active registration. The position is full-time, on-site, with a schedule that may include weekends and holidays.