Progressive Care RN – ICU/Step-Down for Veterans

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Progressive Care Registered Nurse to deliver evidence-based nursing care to acutely ill Veterans who are moderately stable but at risk for deterioration. You will perform assessments, plan care, administer medications, monitor patients, and coordinate care with the team.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, promote patient safety, support professional development, and engage in quality improvement initiatives within a VA facility.

Qualifications

• English proficiency required for direct patient care as per VA guidelines.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program (ADN/ Diploma, BSN, or MSN depending on level).
• Active, full, unrestricted state nursing license is required or progression toward licensure per program rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to acutely ill Veterans.
• Conduct patient assessments, plan and implement care, administer medications, and monitor clinical status.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Progressive Care Registered Nurse to deliver evidence-based nursing care to acutely ill Veterans who are moderately stable but at risk for deterioration. You will perform assessments, plan care, administer medications, monitor patients, and coordinate care with the team.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, promote patient safety, support professional development, and engage in quality improvement initiatives within a VA facility.