Registered Nurse - Primary Care

Aptive; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptive is looking for Primary Care Registered Nurses to provide direct and indirect care to Veterans at the Dayton VA Medical Center. This full-time position requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary PACT team and involves conducting patient assessments, administering medications, and educating patients.

The ideal candidate will have an active Ohio RN license and experience in patient care. Benefits include working weekdays with no federal holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year direct patient care within the last 3 years.
• ACLS required if assigned to specialty clinic.
• Must pass background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and develop nursing care plans.
• Administer medications and IV therapies; document in EHR.
• Monitor vital signs, interpret cardiac rhythms, respond to emergencies.

Skills

Patient assessments

Medication administration

Collaboration with PACT team

Education

Graduate of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program

Current, active Ohio RN license

Current BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

Registered Nurse (RN) – Primary Care

Overview: Aptive Resources is hiring Primary Care Registered Nurses to provide direct and indirect nursing care to Veterans at the Dayton VA Medical Center.

Location: On-Site | Dayton VA Medical Center, 4100 W. 3rd St., Dayton, OH 45417 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm | No federal holidays Employment Type: Full-Time Contract Contract Period: 8/1/2026–7/31/2027 (+ Option Year)

Primary Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient assessments and develop nursing care plans
• Administer medications and IV therapies; document in EHR
• Carry out and document physician orders
• Monitor vital signs, interpret cardiac rhythms, respond to emergencies
• Educate patients and families on medications, procedures, and discharge planning
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary PACT team
• Participate in daily huddles, weekly calls, and quality improvement activities

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Current, active Ohio RN license
• Current BLS certification; ACLS required if assigned to specialty clinic
• Minimum 1 year direct patient care within the last 3 years; VA experience preferred
• Must pass background investigation (Tier 1/Low Risk); PIV card required
• Must complete required VA mandatory training prior to start

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.