Registered Nurse Manager

Veterans Health Administration; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Nurse Manager (NM) to lead a clinical unit in Seattle, WA. The NM will focus on staff development, clinical governance, and operational oversight with accountable leadership.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous improvement. Telework is not available; standard weekday schedule applies. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Nurse Manager leads orientation, training and staff development.
• Accountable for staff performance evaluation.
• Provides leadership and supervision for assigned units.

Responsibilities

• Direction and supervision of orientation, training, and development of staff.
• Evaluation of individual staff performance and accountability.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to improve care outcomes.
• Maintain competency and participate in ongoing education.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Then Nurse Manager (NM) focus is on individual growth and development in practice with increased levels of self-direction. This nurse brings principles and theory with limited application of critical thinking skills. The NM is the designated first-line supervisory authority and is responsible and accountable for the operation of their assigned units and provides coverage for other NMs as needed.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Manger is responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation, training, development of staff, and evaluation of individual staff performance. They function as a role model, educator, practitioner, and supervisor providing leadership to the team.

They enhance care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence-based cutting-edge programs/processes.Duties include but not limited to: Works with close supervision, is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and seeks direction from others as needed. Manages workload as assigned, organizes, and completes own assignments in an efficient and appropriate manner.

Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of interdisciplinary care Establishes a therapeutic relationship, allowing the patient to attain, maintain or regain optimal function through assessment and treatment. Engages patients, families, and other caregivers to incorporate knowledge, values, and beliefs into care planning without judgement or discrimination. Aware of high reliability principles to deliver consistent care and improve patient outcomes.

Participates in unit based educational activities and continuing education requirements. Responsible for maintaining competency to continue personal and professional growth. Participates in unit based educational activities and continuing education requirements. Responsible for maintaining competency to continue personal and professional growth.

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: Monday-Friday, 7:30-4:00 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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 $98371 – $172427/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

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