Registered Nurse

Veterans Health Administration

Lenexa (KS)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 137,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off: 50 days/year

Federal pension

Federal health/vision/dental

Licensure: 1 full license

Multiple work schedules

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration (Department of Veterans Affairs) is seeking qualified Registered Nurses for ongoing vacancies. Responsibilities include health education, assessment, nursing care, medication administration, and care coordination. Duties vary by specialty and will be discussed with the hiring manager upon referral.

This is a federal position with comprehensive benefits. Applications remain open through 2026-12-31, with multiple schedules and potential relocation assistance as

Qualifications

Current RN license in good standing in any US state or territory.
Nursing experience relevant to the position will be reviewed with the hiring manager.

Responsibilities

Teach health care practices and illness prevention.
Assess, diagnose, provide nursing care, and counsel patients.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
Coordinate and assist in implementing patient care plans.
Teach and supervise other nursing staff; ensure safe, optimal patient care.

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until December 31, 2026. Eligible applicants will be reviewed and referred to the hiring manager as vacancies become available. This announcement may close without prior notification.

Key Responsibilities

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Specific duties and responsibilities for each Nurse vacancy varies based on the specialty, and will be discussed in more detail with the hiring manager upon referral/selection.Major duties include, but are not limited to: Teaching of health care and the prevention of illness Assessment, nursing diagnosis, nursing care, and counsel Administration of medications and treatments Coordination and assistance in the delivery of a plan of health care Teaching and supervising of other nursing personnel Responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimal care.

Delivering safe care to assigned patients, while developing technical competencies. Formulating a plan of care based on nursing assessments, using the nursing process, based on the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice. Completing initial assessment of patient condition and response to treatment and initiates follow-up as needed. Documenting the nursing process ensuring consistency, accuracy, that it is concise and timely.

Evaluating and documenting patient response to interventions and progress towards attainment of goals and expected outcomes. Revising plan of care according to evaluations of patient's responses and outcome. Demonstrating appropriate and consistent critical thinking skills.

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, may vary based on department needs.

Telework: Not Available irtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: If position is deemed eligible for participation, contact VISN15EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinators for questions/assistance. Learn more. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required

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 $68432 – $136642/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.