Registered Nurse

Veterans Health Administration

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 145,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (50 days/year)

Federal pension with 5 years vesting

Health/vision/dental insurance

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, invites qualified Registered Nurses to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within an interdisciplinary team to support Veterans’ health and well-being.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, medication administration, education of patients and families, and meticulous EHR documentation, with

Qualifications

Nurses with licensure to practice in the U.S. in good standing.
Experience providing direct or indirect patient care is preferred.
Ability to educate patients and families about health conditions and treatments.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect patient care following nursing standards.
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop care plans.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and monitor responses.
Educate Veterans and families on conditions, medications, and self-care.
Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR) documentation.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate care.
Adhere to safety, infection control, and ethical guidelines.
Participate in quality improvement and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Patient care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Education

RN license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications is Monday, November 30, 2026 and applicants will be referred on an 'as needed' basis thereafter. Announcement will remain open through 9/30/2027 but may close after the initial cut-off date if needed prior to the initial closing date.

Key Responsibilities

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurses to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to our nation's Veterans. As a VA RN, you will play a vital role in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for a diverse patient population. You will work within an interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote health, prevent disease, and manage acute and chronic health conditions.

Primary responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: Provide direct and indirect patient care, ensuring adherence to established nursing standards, policies, and procedures. Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, identify patient needs, and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, Veterans, and their families.

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitor patient responses, and take appropriate action in accordance with VA guidelines. Educate Veterans and their families on health conditions, medications, treatment plans, and self-care strategies to promote optimal health outcomes. Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough electronic health records (EHR) documentation.

Utilize critical thinking skills to anticipate and respond to changes in patient conditions, initiating appropriate interventions and escalating concerns as necessary. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care. Adhere to all safety protocols and infection control practices. Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring ethical considerations and Veterans' rights are respected.

Engage in continuous professional development and participate in quality improvement initiatives. We are recruiting for the following specialties: Critical Care (ICU, SICU, Recovery, OR): Manages complex patient cases requiring advanced monitoring, life support, and rapid intervention. Outpatient (Primary Care, CBOC, Mental Health): Focuses on health promotion, disease prevention, chronic disease management, and patient education in clinics.

Inpatient (Med/Surg, Mental Health, CLC): Provides direct care for hospitalized Veterans, managing a variety of medical, surgical, or psychiatric conditions. Emergency Room (ER): Provides rapid assessment and treatment for patient's presenting with acute, life threatening, or urgent medical, surgical and psychiatric conditions, in a fast-paced environment.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Multiple Schedules - Full-time.

Subject to change based on agency needs. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized EDRP: Authorized: Position(s) listed under this Open Continuous Announcement (OCA) MAY be eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program.

Applicants selected for an EDRP-eligible position will be notified in their conditional job offer. The selectee must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000), and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application.

Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $80126 – $145031/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.