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Registered Nurse-Critical Care

US Veterans Health Administration

Syracuse, New York

$82k–$136k/yr

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RNICUCritical CareCritical & Intensive Care

Posted Jul 31, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 1, 2026

What the posting states

Base pay
$81,520-$136,339

About this role

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The Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex patient care. Collaborates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of policies, procedures, and/or guidelines. Demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve the care for acutely/critically ill patients who are at high risk for actual or potential life-threatening health problems, regardless of the setting for nursing care. Provides peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement. Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care. Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals. Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations. Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia
  • Graduate of a school of professional nursing accredited by ACEN or CCNE
  • English language proficiency
  • Background/security investigation
  • Drug screening (urinalysis)
  • Pre-employment physical examination
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with regular salary increases
  • Potential for performance awards
  • 50 days of 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% in contributions by VA
  • Federal health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance

About the employer

US Veterans Health Administration
Hospital

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…

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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
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Living in Syracuse, NY

Syracuse sits in central New York near the Finger Lakes, offering nurses a mid-sized metro with strong healthcare systems and four distinct seasons. Home to Syracuse University, the city blends collegiate energy with a manageable pace of life — a practical fit for RNs seeking career growth without big-city pressure.

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Metro price level · Syracuse area
95.7
4% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,039/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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