New Graduate Registered Nurse- Transition to Practice (TTP)

Veterans Health Administration • Richmond, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse–Transition to Practice (RN-TTP) position is located in Education Services at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System. The nurse delivers fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical skills. The RN uses the nursing process and evidence-based practice in collaboration with the patient’s health care team to develop and provide patient-driven care plans. The position works under close supervision, with accountability for individual nursing practice and an expectation to seek direction when needed.

The nurse coordinates care across the continuum, focusing on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction. Care is planned, implemented, and evaluated using age-specific components and in alignment with ANA Standards of Nursing Practice. The RN manages assigned workload, collaborates with VA and external services, and supports patients and families through education focused on self-management, prevention, and wellness in keeping with patient goals.

The work schedule involves rotating day and evening tours and may include weekends and holidays. Rotation to nights may be required as needed. The position is not telework-eligible and is not virtual. Relocation and recruitment incentives, as well as permanent change of station, are not authorized.

Requirements

• Proficiency in basic written and spoken English.
• Graduation from a professional nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE, or qualifying equivalent education under the stated VA requirements.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN registration in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia; a Graduate Nurse Technician exception may apply to eligible candidates pursuing licensure.
• Meet the applicable education and experience criteria for the assigned grade and level.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment physical evaluation or examination.
• Ability to meet annual Employee Health requirements, such as TB screening or testing.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations, shift priorities based on patient needs, and maintain emotional and mental stability.
• Meet the stated physical requirements, including prolonged walking, standing, and sitting; lifting and carrying 45 pounds or more; pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, and use of hands and legs.
• Ability to read typed materials, distinguish basic colors and shades, and meet the stated correctable vision requirement; hearing aids are permitted.
• U.S. citizenship is required unless appointment of a qualified non-citizen is permitted under VA policy.
• Selected applicants must complete required onboarding and background/security investigation; testing-designated positions require pre-appointment urinalysis.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for VA health care personnel.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process and evidence-based practice with the health care team to develop and provide patient-driven plans of care.
• Lead nursing care for patients with complex care needs in alignment with the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice.
• Remain accountable for individual nursing practice, work under close supervision, and seek direction as needed.
• Manage, organize, and complete assigned workload efficiently and appropriately.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of interdisciplinary care.
• Collaborate with internal VA services and external services to coordinate care and meet patient needs.
• Provide patient and family education focused on self-management, prevention, and wellness based on patient goals.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care using age-specific components.
• Coordinate care with a focus on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 50 days of paid time off per year: 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid federal holidays.
• Traditional federal pension, with five-year vesting.
• Federal 401(k), with VA contributions of up to 5%.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance; many federal insurance programs may be carried into retirement.
• Competitive salary, regular salary increases, and potential performance awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree