About the opportunity
The Mental Health Homeless PACT Registered Nurse (HPACT) is responsible for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. The HPACT provides direct Veteran care and care coordination within the Health Care for Homeless Veterans Outreach Clinic. Duties include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care based on age-specific components; coordinating care focused on patient education and self-management; administering medications; collaborating with interdisciplinary teams; managing assigned panels; and conducting outreach activities at community partners and VA Stand-Downs. This is an Excepted Service position.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary ($68,292 – $137,614 per year)
- Regular salary increases and potential for performance awards
- 26 days of annual leave per year
- 13 days of sick leave per year
- 11 paid Federal holidays per year
- Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
- Federal 401K with up to 5% VA matching contributions
- Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance programs
Who can apply?
- U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified citizens are unavailable)
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by an accrediting agency (ACEN or CCNE)
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a U.S. State, Territory, or the District of Columbia
- Must pass a pre-employment physical evaluation
- Must pass a drug screening
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service
- Must be able to pass a background/security investigation
Required documents
- Resume (must include the standard Clinical Resume Document provided by the VA)
- Full resume/CV (optional, for the 'Other' document field)
- Cover Letter (if applicable)
- DD-214/Statement of Service (for Veterans' preference)
- SF-15 'Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference' (if applicable)
- Professional License
- Transcripts
- Other supporting documents such as Disability Letters, SF-50, or Performance Appraisals if applicable
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 2026-09-18
How to apply
- Create or log in to a USAJOBS account
- Complete the full online questionnaire
- Upload the required Clinical Resume Document and any other applicable supporting documentation
- Submit the application package via the USAJOBS portal before the deadline
Additional information
- This position is not virtual and telework is not available.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a mandatory condition of employment.
- This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
- The position is covered by Title 38.
- Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, criminal history will not be requested prior to 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…
- Licensed registered professional nurses who have graduated from an ACEN- or CCNE-approved nursing school.
- Clinicians experienced in direct patient care, care coordination, and community outreach, particularly with homeless or vulnerable populations.
- U.S. citizens seeking a comprehensive federal benefits package with structured leave and retirement options.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is based on-site in Charleston, South Carolina, with no telework or virtual options available.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a mandatory condition of employment.
- Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical evaluation, drug screening, and a background/security investigation.
- Applicants must maintain a current, full, active, and unrestricted nursing registration in a U.S. State, Territory, or the District of Columbia.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This permanent role supports registered nurses aiming to build a stable career in public health and community-focused veteran care within the Veterans Health Administration.
Our take
Registered nurses passionate about outreach and homeless veteran care in South Carolina should seriously apply, while those seeking remote work opportunities should skip this opening.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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