TravelNursing
Running Search…
No Results Matching your criteria. Please try again by removing the filters.
Nursing at VA
Deeper compassion. higher purpose..
Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra mile to make a lasting difference in the lives of our Veterans and their families.
Nurses play a crucial role in Veterans’ long-term, holistic health. They work collaboratively across disciplines and treatment settings with designated medical teams—and other community resources—to help coordinate the full spectrum of patient care. And they do it all with a gentle humility and patience that keeps Veterans’ spirits lifted.
- Get the RN, NP, CRNA flyer
- Get the nursing assistant flyer
- Get the LPN flyer
- Get the RN flyer
Find Your Career
Spotlight on Nursing Careers
VA’s variety of care environments, research prospects and educational support gives you limitless room to grow and advance in your career. Take a look at all VA can offer you and pursue a Nursing opportunity that will push your talent to exciting new heights:
- Registered Nurses
- Clinical Nurse Specialists
- Nurse Anesthetists
- Nursing Assistants
- Travel Nurses
- Nurse Executives
- Psychiatric Nurses
- Nurse Practitioners
- Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurses
View All Opportunities
Registered Nurse Transition-To-Practice (RNTTP) Residency Program
You’ve just graduated from your nursing program or are close to wrapping up your final courses — what’s next? VA’s RN Transition-To-Practice (RNTTP) Residency Program is specifically designed to help new graduate RNs go from the classroom to practice — easily and with confidence.
Our experienced nurses are ready to guide and support you through the transition from student to practicing RN each step of the way. This 12-month developmental training program includes both didactic and clinical components that provide you with opportunities to take on the role, duties, patient care activities, and procedures performed by RNs.
If you are a new graduate RN in your first licensed RN role, or you’re an RN with less than one year of professional RN experience, you qualify for the program. Research shows that RNTTP residency programs positively impact nurses, patients, and health systems alike.
Discover a rewarding position that will challenge you while you make a significant difference within the lives of Veterans.
Learn more how you can seamlessly transition from the textbook to the stethoscope. Subscribe here to receive more updates on this unique training opportunity.
TRAVEL NURSE CORPS
Explore the country, and VA, as a travel nurse. Join our Travel Nurse Corps and go on short-term assignments at VA medical centers throughout the United States and its territories.
If you’re flexible, mobile, and able to take at least 3 assignments per year, the Travel Nurse Corps might be for you.
These positions are temporary, intermittent appointments of about 13 weeks. You’ll typically work day, evening, or overnight shifts of 8 – 12 hours.
- Be hired and on-boarded more quickly
- Find a VA facility that is a good fit for you, if you wish to pursue a permanent position
- Be a valued member of our health care team
- Explore the country and meet a variety of Veterans who have served so diligently
Reasons to Work at VA
Sure, there are lots of places you could build a health care career. But VA can offer you greater challenge, opportunity, teamwork and satisfaction unlike any other. Here are just a few of the many ways a career at VA stands out from the crowd:
The mission to serve America
- Nation’s largest health care system
Access to cutting-edge technology
Education support, work/life balance, exceptional benefits, team-based. patient-focused., live and work anywhere, leadership training, the best patients—veterans.
- We are united as an organization to deliver on President Lincoln’s promise to honor and care for the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect our country.
- VA’s culture is defined through a set of core values, which remind us and others that “I CARE”: integrity, commitment, advocacy, respect and excellence. Every day, we’re dedicated to showing how much we care for our Veterans.
Nation’s Largest Health Care System
- Each year, VA serves over 9 million Veterans in 1,200+ health care facilities spread throughout all 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
- VA is a leader in clinical innovation and surgical quality, performing about 400,000 procedures annually.
- Over 7,000 training programs in affiliation with over 1,800 educational institutions means endless opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career at VA.
- VA is the leader in telehealth, with over 700,000 Veterans accessing care through telehealth across 50 different specialties in 2016.
- In 2017, VA introduced plans to dramatically expand telehealth—also known as “anywhere to anywhere”—health care services.
- VA offers state-of-the-art tools, including speech-recognition capabilities, virtual technologies, mobile devices and renowned knowledge-based resources.
- VA offers a broad range of scholarships, tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs, and other educational opportunities to help you in your lifelong quest for learning.
- VA employees with federal student loans may be eligible for the national loan forgiveness program.
- VA conducts the largest medical education program in the country, in partnership with over 1,800 academic institutions.
- VA employees enjoy predictable, flexible schedules with guaranteed shifts that accommodate their specific needs and lifestyles.
- Some VA facilities provide on-site child care, operated by licensed providers.
- Many VA facilities have fitness centers on site.
- Employees receive generous vacation and personal leave, including 26 paid days off, 13 sick days and 10 paid federal holidays.
- VA employees can choose from a variety of high-quality health care and life insurance options, as well as flexible spending accounts.
- Health care professionals at VA are protected by the Federal Government in cases of alleged malpractice, eliminating the need for personal liability insurance.
- VA offers up to 15 days a year of military leave support for reservists and National Guard.
- VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
- Each Veteran works with a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT), a group of medical professionals with defined roles, coordinating care to promote the total health and wellness of a patient.
- VA is a leader in patient satisfaction.
- VA provides mental health integration in clinical practice and clinical pharmacists embedded in primary care.
- One active, unrestricted state license allows VA employees to practice in any VA facility nationwide.
- Wherever life may lead, VA employees can seek employment at a VA facility with an open position and transfer with no loss of benefits.
- With VA’s integrated system, employees are free to explore new areas of career development and pursue opportunities anywhere within VA.
- Employees have 24/7 access to multiple web-based catalogs, filled with diverse online courses and training options to help advance their careers.
- VA offers ongoing internal training opportunities to employees at all employment levels, from mandatory developmental programs to competitive opportunities.
- Through VA Learning University’s many initiatives (VALU), ambitious candidates can complete customized training to become unifying leaders and innovative agents of change at VA.
- VA employees have the chance to give back to America’s heroes and help improve life for them and their families every day.
- Every day, you have the privilege of spending time with Veterans and hearing their harrowing stories of struggle and triumph. It’s a chance to develop genuine bonds and understanding that helps you better serve their unique needs.
- VA patients have experienced wide-ranging military conflicts, resulting in a broad array of ailments and wounds—that means employees regularly meet new challenges that sharpen their skills and critical thinking abilities.
Training and Development
As the nation’s largest employer of nurses, VA has a rich history of investing in nurses’ learning and career pursuits. From student employment to residency and orientation programs, we’re proud to help our nurses forge clear paths to greater success.
The VA Learning Opportunities Residency (VALOR) Program — VALOR gives outstanding registered nursing students who have completed their junior year in an accredited clinical program the opportunity to develop their skills at a VA-approved health care facility. Learning opportunities include didactic or classroom experiences, competency-based clinical practice with a qualified RN preceptor, and participation in nursing-focused clinical conferences.
More than 50% of VALOR participants are hired as new registered nurses in VA and usually start above the entry-level salary rate established for new graduates. This is because VALOR participants are already oriented to VA and its practice requirements. Contact the nursing education department at your local medical center for more information about the VALOR Program and how to apply.
Guidance Through Every Milestone
What you could accomplish with VA extends far beyond a career. It’s a calling—a passion for serving Veterans. That’s why we’re proud to invest in your future and offer avenues to further develop your unique talent, so you can realize your greatest impact possible.
Early Career Milestones
Setting A Course For Your Future
Can VA help me with my college loans?
Yes! we have a student loan repayment program for nurses with qualified loans. Learn more
Mid Career Milestones
Growth That Defines Your Career
How does VA recognize their nurses?
We have financial and honorary awards to show our support for our nurses, including the National Nursing Awards and Secretary’s Awards for Excellence in Nursing.
Advanced Career Milestones
Building a Legacy of Excellence
Are there opportunities to join administration with VA?
Absolutely—we encourage all our nurses to take on leadership roles and offer a variety of development programs that equip you for greater responsibility.
IMAGES
COMMENTS
Travel LTC Management RN (Registered Nurse) in Fredericksburg, VA - 705130. Medical Solutions 4.3. Fredericksburg, VA 22407. $2,127 - $2,536 a week. Easily apply. Day-one medical, dental, and vision insurance. Free employee assistance program (EAP). Paid, private, pet-friendly housing. $500 unlimited referral bonus.
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Virginia is $2,082 per week. This is 1% lower than the US average of $2,106. Last updated on May 17, 2024. Based on 4,670 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days. Explore all travel Registered Nurse salary insights.
Travel nursing jobs in Virginia offer nurses higher pay, bonuses, free housing or stipends, comprehensive health benefits; assignments available in Virginia's best hospitals. Travel nursing in Virginia provides both land and sea! Explore the seaside town of Virginia Beach or travel inland for city life.
456. travel nurse jobs in virginia. Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - CVICU RN - Travel Nurse. Travel Nurse Across America —Portsmouth, VA4.1. Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment. Because of the fast-paced environment, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RNs must…. $2,176 a week.
Travel Nurse - RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit KPG Healthcare Charlottesville, VA $1,827.00 - $1,827.00
Welcome to Virginia, a state rich in history, culture, and diverse healthcare opportunities. With vibrant cities like Richmond, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, as well as charming towns nestled in the Shenandoah Valley and along the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia offers a dynamic environment for travel nurses and allied health professionals alike.
Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg - $2,058 per week in Richmond, VA - Job - RN ONCOLOGY/MED SURG (632) 7:00PM-7:00AM, City: Richmond, State: Virginia, Estimated Start , Shift:3 x 12 Hour Night Shift, 19:00:00-07:00:00, 12.00-3, Length of Contract (Days) : 91, Estimated Gross Pay: 56.16 Convergence Medical Staffing is known for transparent communication, quick response, and personable service that ...
Find a travel nursing Virginia job or travel therapy Virginia job with Host Healthcare today! Shenandoah National Park. Shenandoah National Park extends along the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Skyline Drive runs its length, and a vast network of trails includes a section of the long-distance Appalachian Trail. With over 500 miles of fantastic ...
Opportunity Location Duration Weekly Pay Company; Registered Nurse - Oncology: Salem, VA: 13 Weeks: $1,688 - $1,861 AMNHealthcare
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Fairfax, VA is $2,507 per week. This is 17% higher than the Virginia average of $2,090. Last updated on May 7, 2024. Based on 5 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days. Explore all travel Registered Nurse salary insights.
Easy Apply. Travel RN - Med-Surg- Days - $2004 per week Luminous Nursing Staffing is currently seeking an RN to fill a travel RN role within Fredericksburg, VA. 12 week contract- 3/12 hour shifts: Days available. Must be 50 miles outside of area for tax free incentives. Benefits:
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Virginia Beach, VA is $1,856 per week. This is 13% lower than the Virginia average of $2,088. Last updated on May 5, 2024. Based on 35 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Nurses play a crucial role in Veterans' long-term, holistic health. They work collaboratively across disciplines and treatment settings with designated medical teams—and other community resources—to help coordinate the full spectrum of patient care. And they do it all with a gentle humility and patience that keeps Veterans' spirits lifted.
Explore the country, and VA, as a travel nurse. Through our Travel Nurse Corps, you can join an internal pool of registered nurses (RNs) who go on temporary,
Travel Nurse Corps Jobs. Explore the country and VA as a travel nurse. If you're flexible, mobile, and able to take at least 3 short-term job assignments per year, the Travel Nurse Corps might be for you. This is a great opportunity to: Be hired and on-boarded more quickly ; Find a VA facility that is a good permanent fit for you
ONS-TC Office: 602- 626-5611| Phone: 866-664-1030 (toll free) Email: [email protected]. NOTE: additional information for VA staff is available on the ONS Intranet site: vaww.va.gov/nursing. The ONS Travel Corps Program (ONS TC) is a VHA operated internal pool of clinical staff available for temporary assignments throughout the Veterans ...
Travel Nurse in Boydton, VA ... Get notified about new Travel Nurse jobs in Lawrenceville, GA. Sign in to create job alert Similar Searches Nurse jobs 714,247 open jobs ...
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Washington, PA (South Hills) is seeking Urgent Care Veterinarians to join our team in a large referral setting. We currently have 7 criticalists combined in both of our Pittsburgh locations. We have a house officer program consisting of rotating interns, emergency and critical care interns and residents, and surgical interns and residents, which leads to a team ...