Nephrology Charge Nurse - Veteran Care Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Mather AFB Munitions Storage (formerly) (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nephrology RN at Veterans Health Administration provides and supervises nursing care for patients with complex nephrology needs, leading the clinical team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care. The role emphasizes nursing process leadership, collaboration with interdisciplinary staff, and ongoing improvement of care delivery for Veterans.

Responsibilities include supervising LVNs and nursing assistants, applying clinical judgment, and ensuring a safe, efficient clinical environment

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing (US).
• Experience leading nursing teams in a nephrology or complex care setting.
• Proven ability to apply ANA standards to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Leads the provision of nursing care to patients using the nursing process in line with ANA standards.
• Oversees licensed vocational nurses/nursing assistants as appropriate.
• Applies clinical judgment to planning and evaluating care within the practice setting.
• Leads process improvements to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes.
• Ensures clean and stocked exam and procedural areas and proper inventory management.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Nursing process

Interprofessional care

Clinical judgment

Education

RN license

Job description

The Nephrology RN at Veterans Health Administration provides and supervises nursing care for patients with complex nephrology needs, leading the clinical team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care. The role emphasizes nursing process leadership, collaboration with interdisciplinary staff, and ongoing improvement of care delivery for Veterans.

Responsibilities include supervising LVNs and nursing assistants, applying clinical judgment, and ensuring a safe, efficient clinical environment