U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Amarillo, Texas, United States, 79161
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12 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Base pay range $81,958.00/yr - $152,153.00/yr
Summary VA Amarillo Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse to work in the Emergency Department in Amarillo - TX.
Qualifications
English Language Proficiency – proficiency in basic written and spoken English is required for all direct patient care positions.
Education – Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency (ACEN or CCNE) at the time of program completion.
OR individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed curriculum equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may 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 a 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.
Credit for foreign nursing education higher than an 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).
License – Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a U.S. State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. Puerto Rico).
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).
Preferred Experience – Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN). 3 years ED experience preferred. Current ACLS/BLS required.
Grade Determinations – The following scope‑education and dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment:
Physical Requirements – Moderate lifting 15‑44 lbs, moderate carrying 15‑44 lbs, straight pulling (1 hour), pushing (1 hour) reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (6 hours), standing (3 hours), kneeling (0.5 hrs), repeated bending (1 hour), depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, hearing (aid may be permitted).
Duties
Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care.
Assesses – plans – implements – and evaluates care based on age‑specific components.
Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self‑management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership – experience – and creative approaches to management of complex client care.
Collaborates in development, implementation, evaluation and revision of policies, procedures, and/or guidelines.
Demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve care for a group of patients.
Provides peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement.
Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care.
Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals.
Evaluates outcomes of evidence‑based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations.
Responsible for documented outcomes at the program or service level.
Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility.
Work Schedule & Benefits Work Schedule: 10:00 – 22:30. Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
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). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% contribution 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 U.S. State or territory.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
12 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Base pay range $81,958.00/yr - $152,153.00/yr
Summary VA Amarillo Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse to work in the Emergency Department in Amarillo - TX.
Qualifications
English Language Proficiency – proficiency in basic written and spoken English is required for all direct patient care positions.
Education – Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency (ACEN or CCNE) at the time of program completion.
OR individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed curriculum equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may 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 a 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.
Credit for foreign nursing education higher than an 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).
License – Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a U.S. State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. Puerto Rico).
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).
Preferred Experience – Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN). 3 years ED experience preferred. Current ACLS/BLS required.
Grade Determinations – The following scope‑education and dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment:
Physical Requirements – Moderate lifting 15‑44 lbs, moderate carrying 15‑44 lbs, straight pulling (1 hour), pushing (1 hour) reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (6 hours), standing (3 hours), kneeling (0.5 hrs), repeated bending (1 hour), depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, hearing (aid may be permitted).
Duties
Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care.
Assesses – plans – implements – and evaluates care based on age‑specific components.
Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self‑management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership – experience – and creative approaches to management of complex client care.
Collaborates in development, implementation, evaluation and revision of policies, procedures, and/or guidelines.
Demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve care for a group of patients.
Provides peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement.
Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care.
Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals.
Evaluates outcomes of evidence‑based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations.
Responsible for documented outcomes at the program or service level.
Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility.
Work Schedule & Benefits Work Schedule: 10:00 – 22:30. Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
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). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% contribution 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 U.S. State or territory.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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