Associate Chief Nursing - Operations
US Veterans Health Administration
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
$136k–$180k/yr
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Posted Aug 3, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 4, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $135,505-$180,220
About this role
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Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the U.S. or District of Columbia
- English language proficiency
- Graduate of a school of professional nursing accredited by ACEN or CCNE
- Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) with 4 years of professional nursing experience (one equivalent to Nurse III), OR Doctoral degree in nursing with 3 years of professional nursing experience
- BSN required for related field degree pathways
- Background/security investigation
- Drug screening (urinalysis)
Benefits
- Competitive salary with regular salary increases and 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% employer contributions
- Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance
- Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
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 Lebanon, PA
Lebanon sits in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, offering a quiet, small-town atmosphere with easy access to outdoor recreation in the surrounding Lebanon Valley. It is a practical choice for nurses seeking a slower pace of life outside major metropolitan hubs.
- Metro price level · Lebanon area
- 93.2
- 7% below the national average
- Median gross rent
- $992/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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