Nurse Manager Trainee: Lead Care Teams

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States seeks a Non-Supervisory Assistant Nurse Manager to support the Nurse Manager in overseeing a nursing unit. This role blends clinical expertise with leadership, forming part of a succession plan for future NM roles.

The position emphasizes nursing process accountability, staff supervision, and collaboration across the care team. It offers opportunities for professional growth within VA's Nurse Total Rewards package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program with active U.S. license.
• English proficiency required for direct patient care per VA standards.
• Current full, active, and unrestricted nursing license in a U.S. state/territory.
• Foreign-trained nurses may need degree equivalency validation (ICD) per VA rules.
• Graduate Nurse Technician exception allows a temporary appointment while pursing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Draft schedules and leave for final approval by the Nurse Manager.
• Provide input into performance evaluations completed by the NM.
• Lead staff involvement in planning, decision-making, and evaluating outcomes.
• Oversee work assignments and provide information for counseling or disciplinary actions.
• Engage with professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth.
• Promote evidence-based practice and compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Nursing Leadership

Clinical Nursing Knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master's in Nursing (MSN) or related field with BSN

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States seeks a Non-Supervisory Assistant Nurse Manager to support the Nurse Manager in overseeing a nursing unit. This role blends clinical expertise with leadership, forming part of a succession plan for future NM roles.

The position emphasizes nursing process accountability, staff supervision, and collaboration across the care team. It offers opportunities for professional growth within VA's Nurse Total Rewards package.