Inpatient RN: Night Shift Care Leader

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Inpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) at Veterans Health Administration provides leadership in managing complex patient care and applies experience and creative approaches to nursing practice.

This role requires graduation from an approved nursing program, a current RN license, and English proficiency; foreign-educated nurses may need degree evaluation; bridge programs and licensure paths are described in the qualifications.

Qualifications

• English proficiency as required by VA Handbook 5005.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with ACEN/CCNE accreditation.
• Bridge program option for master’s level nursing students before licensure.
• Active full license as RN in a U.S. state or territory and eligible for appointment.
• Foreign-educated nurses require degree equivalency validation.
• State licensure/temporary appointment pathway to licensure as part of bridge programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise direct patient care following the nursing process.
• Coordinate care focused on patient education, self-management and outcomes.
• Administer medications and procedures per policy; collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

English Proficiency

Leadership

Education

BSN or higher

Job description

The Inpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) at Veterans Health Administration provides leadership in managing complex patient care and applies experience and creative approaches to nursing practice.

This role requires graduation from an approved nursing program, a current RN license, and English proficiency; foreign-educated nurses may need degree evaluation; bridge programs and licensure paths are described in the qualifications.