Intermittent Outpatient RN Float

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Augusta, ME seeks a Registered Nurse for Outpatient Float (Intermittent) in Acute Care. The position involves varying hours per week and provides direct patient care in an outpatient setting.

The role requires RN licensure, English proficiency, and completion of an approved nursing program, with potential bridging routes for licensure. Relevant VA qualification standards and safety practices apply.

Qualifications

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a US state or territory.
• English language proficiency demonstrated in written and spoken form.
• Graduate of a nursing program approved by accrediting bodies (ACEN/CCNE).
• Eligibility for temporary appointment pending licensure under bridge program provisions where applicable.
• Compliance with VA qualification standards and licensure requirements.
• Foreign nursing education requires degree equivalency validation where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care following established nursing standards and VA policies.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans with the healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed; monitor responses.
• Educate Veterans and families on health conditions, medications, and self-care.
• Maintain accurate electronic health records and documentation.
• Engage in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN license

Nursing degree (ADN/BSN)

Tools

EHR systems

Medication administration

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Augusta, ME seeks a Registered Nurse for Outpatient Float (Intermittent) in Acute Care. The position involves varying hours per week and provides direct patient care in an outpatient setting.

The role requires RN licensure, English proficiency, and completion of an approved nursing program, with potential bridging routes for licensure. Relevant VA qualification standards and safety practices apply.