RN-Inpatient Mental Health

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until December 14, 2026 or when vacant positions have been filled. The first group of eligible applicants will be reviewed November 23, 2026. Subsequent reviews will be conducted periodically until these positions are filled. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : This position might be 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. Major Duties include, but are not limited to: The psychiatric MH RN independently delivers patient-centered, recovery-oriented care, manages the therapeutic milieu, and maintains self-awareness while caring for patients with mental health conditions. They facilitate shift reports, warm hand-offs, and nurse-led psychoeducational groups; use therapeutic communication techniques, practice de-escalation techniques, and utilize recovery-oriented language. Actively participates in MH interdisciplinary treatment team, MH Environment of Care rounds, assumes team lead for psychiatric emergencies, reports and assists in resolving safety concerns, and documents nursing assessments, nursing plan of care, patient safety observations, and environmental safety rounds according to facility policy. Maintains professional boundaries to protect patient vulnerabilities and act in the best interest of the patient. Has oversight of licensed vocational nurses/nursing assistants, as appropriate to the setting. Will assist in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization consultation. Collaborates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of policies, procedures, and/or guidelines. The nurse maintains professional boundaries to protect patient vulnerabilities and act in the best interest of the patient. Will demonstrate the ability to cope with and manage competing priorities. Demonstrates competence in MH practice and decision-making, deliberate planning, and critical thinking skills. Meets the needs of the Veteran and as appropriate the Veteran's family, caregiver and/or significant other, the Veteran's representative, visitors to VA facilities, all VA staff and other customers while supporting VA mission. Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments. All other duties as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: 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 per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions 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 US State or territory Work Schedule: 12-Hour shifts, including holiday and every other weekend coverage Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact SHELLY.MURDOCK@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency. In a

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