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Summary This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. This announcement will remain open until the closing date or until filled. Applicants will be reviewed for eligibility and referred on a regular basis. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Recruitment/relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible, highly qualified applicants. Alternate Work Schedule available (Work 72 hours, get paid for 80 hours). Responsibilities At our Grand Island VA Community Living Center, nurses are at the heart of everything we do. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to build lasting connections with Veterans, provide hands-on care that truly makes a difference, and be part of a supportive, mission-driven team. We are seeking dedicated RNs who are passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in a collaborative environment. Whether you're administering treatments, developing individualized care plans, mentoring support staff, or guiding patients and families through safe transitions, your work will directly impact the health, dignity, and quality of life of those who served our nation. This CLC has a total of 36 beds, providing services to Veterans needing 30-90 days of skilled care, rehabilitation, and/or dementia/ neurocognitive support. The mission of a Community Living Center is to restore each Veteran to his or her highest level of well-being, to prevent declines in health, and to provide comfort at the end of life. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Conduct holistic biopsychosocial assessments to identify patient needs and deliver personalized, age-appropriate care. Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in partnership with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team. Safely administer medications and perform procedures per policy, carefully monitoring effectiveness and patient response. Educate and empower patients and families with strategies for self-management, independence, and improved quality of life. Coordinate seamless care transitions and discharges that support safety and continuity of care. Provide leadership and mentorship to licensed vocational nurses and nursing assistants, fostering collaboration and professional growth. Partner with the MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate documentation and proper reflection of resident needs and RUG scores. Support staff development through orientation, ongoing training, and skill-building to strengthen clinical excellence. Contribute to quality improvement projects that enhance patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction. Actively participate in shaping and improving policies, procedures, and practices that advance nursing care in the CLC. Preferred Experience: Long-term care and/or rehabilitation experience. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and Federal holidays worked 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: Full time Day and Night shifts available. Opportunity to work 72/80 alternate work schedule (work 72 hours, get paid for 80). Day Shift: 5:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. to include rotating weekend and holidays. Night Shift: 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. to include rotating weekends and holidays. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible, highly qualified applicants. Please contact the HR specialist for specific requirements. EDRP Authorized: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. The EDRP Coordinator(s) can be reached at Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the