<p>This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.</p> <p>Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Will assist in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement outcomes utilization consultation. </li><li>Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. </li><li>Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. </li><li>Participates in activities and strategies to sustain an evidence-based-practice culture. </li><li>Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care. </li><li>Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals. </li><li>Demonstrates competence in practice and decision-making, deliberate planning, and critical thinking skills for all patient care areas. </li></ul> <p>VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards</p> <p>Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards</p> <p>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 per year)</p> <p>Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA</p> <p>Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)</p> <p>Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory</p> <p>Work Schedule: Rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends and/or holidays.</p> <p>Telework: Not Available</p> <p>Virtual: This is not a virtual position.</p> <p>Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized</p> <p>EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN10HRCCOE@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more</p> <p>Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p>