Registered Nurse - Community Living Center - Inpatient
US Veterans Health Administration
Perry Point, Maryland
$76k–$154k/yr
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Posted Jul 29, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 30, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $76,368-$153,501
- Weekends, holidays, call
- Rotating shifts, alternating weekends and holidays.
About this role
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Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship
- English Language Proficiency
- Graduate of a school of professional nursing accredited by ACEN or CCNE
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia
- Background/security investigation
- Drug screening (urinalysis)
- Pre-employment physical examination
- Seasonal influenza vaccination
Benefits
- Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
- Competitive salary with regular salary increases and performance awards
- 50 days paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays)
- Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
- Federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA
- Federal health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
About the employer
The U.S. Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the healthcare arm of the Department of Veterans Affairs, operating as the nation's largest integrated healthcare system serving America's veterans. The Seattle, Washington (98108) location is part of this federal healthcare network, which…
What reviewers appreciate
- Noble and mission-driven work serving veterans and their families
- Clear core values (I CARE: Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence) guiding all interactions
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration model
What reviewers flag
- Tiered hiring preference limits external applicant opportunities, with first consideration given to current permanent VA employees
- Strict educational and experience requirements (BSN with 2 years or MSN with 1 year specialized experience) may create barriers to entry
- Federal hiring process may be slower and more bureaucratic than private sector
Living in Perry Point, MD
Perry Point sits where the Susquehanna River meets the Chesapeake Bay in Cecil County, home to the VA Medical Center campus. This quiet, small-town setting offers riverside scenery and easy access to nearby Perryville and I-95 for commuting to larger Maryland cities.
- State price level · Maryland
- 105
- 5% above the national average
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities
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