Registered Nurse - Patient Aligned Care Team Care Manager
US Veterans Health Administration
Lincoln, Nebraska
$56k–$117k/yr
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Posted Aug 3, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 4, 2026
What this might mean for you
US Veterans Health Administration is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $56k–$117k a year. Per-diem means you set the rhythm — pick up when it works, step back when it doesn't.
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $56k–$117k/yr
About this role
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Requirements
- 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 required
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Background/security investigation required
- Drug screening required
- Pre-employment physical evaluation required
- Seasonal influenza vaccination required
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 Lincoln, NE
Nebraska's capital city blends college-town energy with Midwestern friendliness. Home to the University of Nebraska, Lincoln offers a relaxed pace, a revitalized downtown, and the popular Haymarket District with shops, restaurants, and nightlife. It's a welcoming spot for nurses seeking a manageable lifestyle in a growing metro.
- Metro price level · Lincoln area
- 91.6
- 8% below the national average
- Median gross rent
- $1,086/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Worth asking
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- Can you walk me through the differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- 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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