Registered Nurse- Community Living Center

Veterans Health Administration; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Erie, PA seeks a Registered Nurse for the Community Living Center. You will provide high-quality nursing care, coordinate patient transitions, and support Veteran health and safety in a 24/7 care environment.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and potential for leadership, with EDRP and benefits described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Licensed registered nurse in the United States.
• Experience in acute care or long-term care preferred.
• Ability to lead and mentor care teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Coordinate patient care across the continuum, including discharge planning and follow-up.
• Administer medications and perform procedures per policy and guidelines.
• Delegate tasks to LPNs and Nursing Assistants; lead or support unit operations.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

RN Experience

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Leadership

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Registered Nurse- Community Living Center

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Registered Nurses at Erie VAMC's CLC Alpha provide high-quality, evidence-based care, supporting Veteran health and safety. Roles progress from foundational practice to advanced leadership, delegation, and quality improvement. RNs uphold VA values, ensure ethical care, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse in CLC Alpha at Erie VAMC, you will: Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care using the full nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Coordinate patient care across the continuum, ensuring effective transitions, education, discharge planning, and follow-up. Administer medications and perform procedures in accordance with established policies and guidelines.

Influence and improve patient outcomes through effective collaboration with interdisciplinary team members. Provide patient-centered, culturally sensitive care that incorporates Veteran values, preferences, and safety principles, including High Reliability Organization (HRO) and I CARE values. Participate in and/or lead quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and shared governance initiatives appropriate to grade level.

Delegate and oversee work of LPNs, LVNs, and Nursing Assistants (varies by grade), ensuring safe and effective care delivery. Serve as a resource, mentor, preceptor, or leader (charge nurse or higher), depending on grade level, supporting team development and unit operations. Maintain compliance with all VA privacy, information security, and regulatory policies, including the Privacy Act of 1974.

Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling within a 24/7 care environment and uphold VA customer service standards with Veterans, families, and staff.

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: Rotating tours including weekends and holidays.

Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact [e-mail], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more . 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. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

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 $71805 – $135863/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-31.

How many openings are available?

There are 5 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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