Outpatient Mental Health Nurse (Intermittent)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Outpatient Mental Health Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered, evidence-based care in an intermittent schedule. The NP will oversee nursing processes, ensure recovery-oriented care, and maintain professional self-awareness while serving veterans with mental health conditions. English proficiency and proper nursing licensure are required to fulfill duties in direct patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a nursing program approved by the appropriate accrediting agency.
• State license must be obtained for appointment beyond temporary status.
• Foreign nursing education must have degree equivalency validation where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent, evidence-based care to patients.
• Be accountable for all elements of the nursing process in direct patient care.
• Deliver patient-centered and recovery-oriented care while maintaining self-awareness.

Skills

Evidence-Based Practice

Patient-centered care

Nursing process

Self-awareness

Education

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

BSN

MSN

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Outpatient Mental Health Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered, evidence-based care in an intermittent schedule. The NP will oversee nursing processes, ensure recovery-oriented care, and maintain professional self-awareness while serving veterans with mental health conditions. English proficiency and proper nursing licensure are required to fulfill duties in direct patient care.