VA Registered Nurse, Medical Stepdown – EDRP Eligible

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligible

50 days paid time off per year

Federal pension & 401(k)

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Ward 3K. The unit provides care for veterans with acute medical/surgical needs, requiring continuous monitoring and specialized procedures.

Responsibilities include high-risk medication administration, urinary and drainage device management, and patient education. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration, and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by accrediting agency.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a US state.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to veterans in Ward 3K at Minneapolis VA Health Care System.
• Care for patients on acute medical/surgical units with 24/7 observation and telemetry.
• Administer and monitor high-risk medications, including drips where appropriate.
• Manage urinary drainage devices and gastric/intestinal tubes as needed.
• Educate patients and families to improve self-care and health maintenance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote safe discharge and continuity of care.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

RN license (unrestricted)

Job description

Veterans Health Administration at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Ward 3K. The unit provides care for veterans with acute medical/surgical needs, requiring continuous monitoring and specialized procedures.

Responsibilities include high-risk medication administration, urinary and drainage device management, and patient education. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration, and discharge planning.