VA
$106,784 – $138,383
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 1, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This VA medical center role supervises a 30-bed acute care unit and manages nursing staff across all shifts, combining hands-on clinical leadership with operational oversight of scheduling, compliance, and care delivery. It suits experienced registered nurses ready to move into management and mentor other clinicians while maintaining direct involvement in patient care.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
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What they ask for
Required
- Current unrestricted RN license from a US state, territory, or commonwealth
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN or CCNE) or equivalent foreign credential with degree equivalency validation
- Visual acuity and hearing adequate for clinical work
- Able to walk, stand, bend, and transfer patients for extended periods
Nice to have
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing
- ANCC certification in Nursing Administration and/or Medical-Surgical nursing
- Minimum five years of RN experience
- Minimum two years of progressive leadership experience (charge nurse or nurse manager)
- Experience coordinating interdisciplinary care and implementing change in patient care systems
- History of strong collaboration with physicians and support services