Registered Nurse - GEC Educator
US Veterans Health Administration
Syracuse, New York
$71k–$119k/yr
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Posted Aug 4, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 5, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $70,887-$118,556
About this role
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Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship
- 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
- English Language Proficiency
- Background/security investigation
- Drug screening (urinalysis)
- Selective Service Registration (males born after 12/31/1959)
- Pre-employment physical evaluation/examination
Benefits
- Competitive salary ($70,887 - $118,556 per year) with regular salary increases and potential 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% contributions by VA
- Federal health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Term life 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 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.
- Metro price level · Syracuse area
- 95.7
- 4% below the national average
- Median gross rent
- $1,039/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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