Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Omaha, NE seeks a qualified nurse for an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. The role involves delivering patient care on Medical-Surgical units and contributing to Veterans' health outcomes.

Candidates must meet VA nursing education and licensure standards and be eligible for state licensure. This opportunity offers the chance to join a mission-driven team, participate in ongoing professional development, and advance within the VA nursing ladder.

Qualifications

• English proficiency and ability to meet VA language requirements.
• Graduate of a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE.
• Bridge program in nursing with coursework equivalent to BSN may qualify for licensure eligibility.
• State license upon achievement - may be appointed temporarily and later converted to permanent.
• Foreign nursing education requires degree equivalency validation.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a U.S. state/DC.
• GNT exception allows 120-day temporary appointment while pursuing licensure.
• Grade determinations outline Nurse I-III progression and scope.

Responsibilities

• Join Omaha VA; your role will directly impact the health and quality of life of Veterans.
• Make an impact in patient care and outcomes.
• Serve those who served us with compassionate nursing.
• Be part of Omaha VA; build lasting connections with Veterans.
• Provide hands-on care that truly makes a difference for patients.
• Supportive environment with a mission-driven team.
• Professional growth and opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Work on Medical-Surgical Units focusing on post-surgery patient care.

Skills

English proficiency

State nursing license

Bridge program readiness

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Bridge program completion

Master's degree (related field) with BSN

Job description

Summary

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. This announcement will remain open until closing date or until filled. Qualified applicants will be reviewed & referred on a regular basis based on hiring need. This position is eligible for the following (for full information please see below): Recruitment/relocation incentive Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) - Work 72 hours - get paid for 80 hours Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Summary

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. This announcement will remain open until closing date or until filled. Qualified applicants will be reviewed & referred on a regular basis based on hiring need. This position is eligible for the following (for full information please see below): Recruitment/relocation incentive Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) - Work 72 hours - get paid for 80 hours Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program
• Upon achievement of a State license - the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program
• (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6)
• OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing - possession of a current - full - active - and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program
• Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)
• Current - full - active - and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) of the United States - or the District of Columbia
• Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements - but do not possess the required licensure - may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification
• Grade Determinations: The following Scope - Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates - and if appropriate - the level within a grade
• The Dimension requirements (Practice - Veteran/Patient Driven Care - Leadership - Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13020960
• Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies
• An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required
• Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required
• Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning
• Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
• A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no professional nursing experience
• Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting
• MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Master's degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position
• Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.

Duties

• Why Join Omaha VA? Your role will directly impact the health and quality of life of those who served our nation
• Make an impact
• Serve those who served us
• Be a part of Omaha VA! Unique Experience: Build lasting connections with Veterans
• Provide hands‑on care that truly makes a difference
• Supportive Environment: Join a dedicated - mission‑driven team dedicated to excellence
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Exciting Opportunity on our Medical‑Surgical Units: Our Medical‑Surgical units are designed to cater to patients recovering from surgeries - managing