Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse (RN) – EDRP Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal retirement plan

Health, vision, dental insurance

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered, recovery-oriented care in a mental health setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and adherence to VA nursing standards.

EDRP eligibility applies, with program details reviewed by the VA Education Loan Repayment Services. New graduates may apply and will be mentored through onboarding and competency development.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program and licensure in the United States.
• Foreign-educated nurses must have degree equivalency validation.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered and recovery-oriented nursing care.
• Facilitate shift reports and nurse-led psychoeducational groups.
• Document nursing assessments, care plans, and safety checks.
• Collaborate with MH team to improve patient outcomes.
• Maintain professional boundaries and mentor junior staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing empathy

Mentorship readiness

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing

BSN degree

State RN license

Foreign degree equivalency validation

New Graduate Nurse licensure by appointment

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered, recovery-oriented care in a mental health setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and adherence to VA nursing standards.

EDRP eligibility applies, with program details reviewed by the VA Education Loan Repayment Services. New graduates may apply and will be mentored through onboarding and competency development.