Outpatient Mental Health Nurse (RN) — EDRP Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP Eligible

Nurse Total Rewards

Paid Time Off

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Murfreesboro, TN seeks an Outpatient Mental Health Registered Nurse (RN) to provide recovery-oriented care and to coordinate with the MH interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes patient education, safety, and ongoing care planning in a high-demand environment.

The position requires an active RN license, ACEN/CCNE-accredited training, and strong English proficiency. EDRP eligibility is noted and benefits include comprehensive VA Nurse Total Rewards.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency per policy: written and spoken English required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of nursing program approved by ACEN or CCNE.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a U.S. state/territory/DC.
• Foreign nursing education requires official degree equivalency validation.
• Pre-placement physical and health requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered, recovery-oriented nursing care in outpatient mental health.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams and ensure continuity of care across units.
• Perform nursing triage, risk screenings, and document care plans.
• Demonstrate leadership in managing complex patient care and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain professional boundaries and educate Veterans and families about illness, medications, and treatment.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN)

Nursing degree (ADN/BSN)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Murfreesboro, TN seeks an Outpatient Mental Health Registered Nurse (RN) to provide recovery-oriented care and to coordinate with the MH interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes patient education, safety, and ongoing care planning in a high-demand environment.

The position requires an active RN license, ACEN/CCNE-accredited training, and strong English proficiency. EDRP eligibility is noted and benefits include comprehensive VA Nurse Total Rewards.