Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical
US Veterans Health Administration
Omaha, Nebraska 68105
$66k–$134k/yr
Posted pay
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Last seen active Jul 29, 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 $66k–$134k a year.
About this role
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license from any US State or territory
- 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
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Federal health insurance
- Term life insurance
- Long-term care insurance
- Paid time off (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave per year)
- Paid Federal holidays
- Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
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
Benefits: The VA operates as a federal government employer under the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Living in Omaha, NE
Omaha blends Midwestern affordability with unexpected cultural depth—think a revitalized riverfront, a thriving arts district, and legendary steakhouse culture. Nurses enjoy a lower cost of living, shorter commutes, and genuine community warmth in Nebraska's largest city, where major healthcare systems anchor steady career growth.
- Metro price level · Omaha area
- 91.9
- 8% below the national average
- Median gross rent
- $1,187/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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