Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pool - Intermittent

Veterans Health Administration • Dublin, GA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Resource/Float Pool is assigned to Primary Care Service. This permanent, intermittent position provides direct patient care across multiple nursing units according to staffing and patient care needs. The RN works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure safe, high-quality, Veteran-centered care.

The nurse provides care appropriate to the age-related and specific needs of patients in the assigned practice area, supports colleagues through knowledge sharing, and contributes to a safe and supportive environment for healthcare professionals. The role also includes working with management and the Shared Governance Structure to address care challenges between units and evaluating outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes.

The work schedule involves various shifts. Telework and virtual work are not available. Relocation, recruitment incentives, and permanent change of station are not authorized. The position may require flexibility in schedule and assignments.

Requirements

• Be proficient in basic written and spoken English.
• Graduate from an appropriately accredited school of professional nursing, or meet the stated qualifying education pathway for a master's-level bridge program or foreign nursing education.
• Hold current, full, active, and unrestricted registered nurse licensure in a U.S. State, Territory, or Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia; a stated Graduate Nurse Technician exception may apply.
• Meet the education and experience criteria for the Nurse grade and level assigned. Criteria vary by grade and may include an ADN or nursing diploma, BSN, MSN, doctoral degree, and specified professional or specialized nursing experience.
• Meet U.S. citizenship requirements, except where non-citizen appointment is permitted under VA policy.
• Complete applicable pre-employment drug testing, background/security investigation, physical evaluation, and online onboarding requirements; the position is also subject to random drug testing.
• Participate in the VA seasonal influenza vaccination program.
• Register for Selective Service if applicable.
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the announcement's Required Documents section.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of RN experience.
• BLS.
• Ability to demonstrate competencies and assessments.
• Medication administration experience or competency.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to patients in multiple care units.
• Deliver care appropriate to patients’ age-related needs and the specific care requirements of the assigned practice area.
• Support colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to promote safe, quality nursing care.
• Foster a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals.
• Lead efforts with management and within the Shared Governance Structure to alleviate identified care challenges between units.
• Evaluate outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
• Potential for performance awards.
• Federal employee benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type and other factors.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree