About the opportunity
The Registered Nurse (Specialty Care) position is located within the Ambulatory Care and Specialty Care Gastrointestinal Clinic at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role is responsible for all elements of the nursing process when providing and supervising direct patient care in outpatient settings. Key responsibilities include administering medications and procedures, coordinating patient care, promoting health and wellness, providing disease prevention education, and coaching on chronic care management. The nurse integrates specialty care knowledge and critical thinking to manage complex outpatient situations and collaborates closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to influence patient outcomes. The position offers a comprehensive federal rewards package including a competitive salary range, robust paid time off, federal retirement benefits, and health insurance options.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $82,449 to $152,684 per year
- Regular salary increases and potential for performance awards
- 50 days of paid time off per year, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays
- Traditional federal pension with 5-year vesting and a federal 401(k) plan with up to 5% matching contributions
- Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance programs
Who can apply?
- United States citizenship (non-citizens may only be appointed if qualified citizens are unavailable)
- English language proficiency in basic written and spoken communication
- Graduate of a professional nursing school approved by a state-approving agency and accredited by ACEN or CCNE, or possession of recognized foreign education equivalency
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
- Selective Service registration for males born after December 31, 1959
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical evaluation, drug screening, and background security investigation
Required documents
- Long-form resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Professional nursing license
- Transcripts, if applicable to qualification level
- DD-214 or Statement of Service, and SF-15 with required proof, if claiming Veterans' Preference
- Cover letter, disability letters, or performance appraisals, if applicable
When to apply
- Application opening date: October 26, 2026
- Application closing date: November 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Create or log into your account on USAJOBS
- Complete the full online occupational questionnaire via USA Staffing
- Upload all required supporting documents including your resume and nursing license
- Submit your complete application package before the closing deadline
Additional information
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a condition of employment for all Department of Veterans Affairs health care personnel.
- This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
- Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, criminal history will not be requested prior to extending a tentative job offer.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Registered nurses with 1-2 years of clinical experience in gastrointestinal or endoscopy procedures and primary care.
- Professionals looking for a stable federal healthcare role with regular weekday hours and comprehensive retirement and insurance benefits.
- Clinicians who excel at patient education, care coordination, and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must hold a current, full, and unrestricted U.S. professional nursing license and meet specific educational criteria depending on the grade level.
- Annual seasonal influenza vaccination is a mandatory condition of employment unless a medical or religious exemption is granted.
- Relocation and recruitment incentives are not authorized for this vacancy.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a strong opportunity for registered nurses aiming to build a long-term career within the federal healthcare system while specializing in outpatient gastrointestinal care. It provides predictable scheduling and robust public sector benefits, making it an attractive path for nurses seeking stability and structured professional development.
Our take
Licensed registered nurses with an interest in outpatient care and GI procedures who meet the qualification requirements should seriously consider applying before the November deadline. It is less suitable for candidates seeking remote work or those unable to meet mandatory federal vaccination and licensing standards.
Ready to apply?
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