Registered Nurse-Manager Acute Care

Veterans Health Administration; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 133,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse - Nurse Manager Acute Care for the Miami VA Healthcare System. The role focuses on leading acute care units, directing staff development, and implementing evidence-based programs to elevate patient outcomes.

The position offers a 7:30am-4pm schedule, relocation/recruitment incentives may be authorized, and a comprehensive Federal benefits package including leave, pension, and

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing per US state.
• Experience in nurse management or supervision within acute care.
• Familiar with evidence-based care and VA healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the assigned Nursing units (Med-Surg, Telemetry, Oncology, Acute Rehab, EEG).
• Lead orientation, training and staff development; evaluate performance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to remove barriers and implement evidence-based programs.
• Promote accountability, ethical decision-making, and high-quality, cost-effective outcomes.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical education

Education

RN license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Miami VA Healthcare System's Nursing Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse-Nurse Manager Acute Care. Our ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Manager Acute Care (Med-Surg, Telemetry, Oncology, Acute Rehabilitation, and Electroencephalography Monitoring) 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.

Duties include but are not limited to: Responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation, training, development of staff, and evaluation of individual staff performance. Functions as a role model, educator, practitioner, and supervisor providing leadership to the team. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence-based cutting-edge programs/processes.

Engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth. Adheres to ethical principles in decision-making, fostering accountability at personal, organizational, and staff levels. Equips staff with tools for competent care and promotes an environment of accountability for high-quality, cost-effective outcomes. Promotes alliances across the care continuum, building trust through active listening, engagement, and emotional intelligence.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: An incentive may be authorized.

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: 7:30am-4pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor.

The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs).

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 $133212 – $198490/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-06.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.