About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Veterans Health Administration (Healthcare & Nursing).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Summary

Confidential Client is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Community Living Center (CLC) to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care in a rehab and extended care setting. This role coordinates care across the continuum, supports safe patient transitions, and works within an interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes for veterans. This opportunity includes eligibility for certain loan repayment programs and a competitive federal benefits package.

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What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care using the full nursing process and age-specific considerations.
• Coordinate care and support patient and family education for safe transitions and self-management after discharge.
• Administer medications and perform clinical procedures per established policies; complete skin assessments and document pain management interventions.
• Oversee and collaborate with Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and other team members to ensure orders are completed and care is consistent.
• Participate in code response and check emergency equipment readiness as part of the code team.
• Contribute to unit-level quality improvement initiatives and facility accreditation readiness.
• Build therapeutic relationships that respect patients’ values, culture, and preferences.
• Maintain professional development through unit-based education and competency maintenance.

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Qualifications & Experience

Basic requirements (must meet one of the following):

• Graduate of a professional nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE, OR
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN registration/license in any U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
• English language proficiency required for direct patient care.

Grade/level and experience criteria follow federal qualification standards (Nurse I Levels I–III, Nurse II, Nurse III). Candidates with ADN, BSN, MSN, or doctoral degrees and varying amounts of professional nursing experience will be considered per the qualification standard.

Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who meet education requirements but lack licensure may be considered for a limited temporary appointment while pursuing licensure.

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Requirements & Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship required (non-citizens considered only where permitted by policy).
• Background/security investigation and pre-employment drug screening for designated positions. Refusal to test may result in denial of employment.
• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in seasonal influenza vaccination program may be required.
• Driver’s licenses that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be used for I-9 verification effective May 7, 2025.
• This is not a telework/virtual position. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities; please notify the hiring authority if you need assistance.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay (posted): $171,532 per year (estimated).
• Comprehensive federal benefits package including: paid leave (annual, sick, and federal holidays), federal retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with agency contributions, health/vision/dental insurance options, life and long-term care insurance, parental and military leave, employee wellness programs, and continuing education opportunities.
• Eligibility for certain education loan repayment programs may be available to qualified candidates per program rules.

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Work Schedule & Location

• Onsite role in Sioux Falls, SD (Confidential Client facility).
• Day and Night shift schedules available; rotating weekends and holidays required for many schedules. Specific shift patterns vary by unit.

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Why Join

• Provide high-impact care to veterans in a multi-disciplinary, team-based environment.
• Access to strong federal benefits, professional development, and potential loan repayment programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and clinical practice improvement initiatives.

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Selection & Hiring Process (What to Expect)

Careertakes will support candidate matching for this opening. Qualified applicants will be referred to the Confidential Client for review. Final hiring decisions are made by the Confidential Client. Reasonable accommodations and alternative application methods are available upon request.

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Additional Legal & Accessibility Notices

Careertakes and the Confidential Client comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Candidates will be considered without discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics. If you need an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please notify the hiring contact or Careertakes.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.