Job Description
What the job is
This job is for a Registered Nurse who works in an inpatient mental health unit at the VA White River Junction Healthcare System. The job is in White River Junction, Vermont. You will work full time, 40 hours a week.
What you will do
You will give nursing care to patients with mental health problems. You will talk with patients, give medications, and help them feel safe. You will work with a team of doctors, nurses, and therapists. You will write reports and keep records. You will help patients learn about their health and how to manage it. You will use calm talking and techniques to stop fights or scary moments.
What you need
You must have a nursing license from any U.S. state. You need to be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. You need to pass a drug test and a background check. You need to be able to travel to the VA facility. You need to have at least a nursing degree.
What you will get
You will earn a salary between $79,295 and $138,124. You will get 50 days of paid time off each year. You will have a federal pension and a 401(k) plan. You will get health, vision, dental, and life insurance. You will get training and support. You will have opportunities for promotion.