Nurse Manager – Community Living Center at Veterans Health Administration – Bath, New York

About the opportunity

The Nurse Manager (NM) is the designated first-line supervisory authority responsible for the 24/7 operation of assigned units at the Bath VA Medical Center. The NM provides direction and supervision for staff orientation, training, and performance evaluation. Functioning as a clinical expert, the Nurse Manager is accountable for all elements of the nursing process, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, and evidence-based patient care. The role involves aligning clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes, promoting an inclusive workplace, and maintaining compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. The position requires the ability to lift 35 pounds and stand for prolonged periods.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive salary ($86,215 – $102,378 per year)
• 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% employer matching contributions
• Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance programs
• Relocation/Recruitment incentives authorized

Who can apply?

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified citizens are unavailable)
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing accredited by ACEN or CCNE
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Proficiency in basic written and spoken English
• Must meet specific grade-level education and experience requirements (e.g., MSN or Doctoral degree for Nurse III)
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background/security investigation
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a condition of employment

Required documents

• Long-form resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter (if applicable)
• DD-214 or Statement of Service (for veterans)
• SF-15 (for 10-point veteran preference)
• Professional Certification (if applicable)
• Transcripts
• Disability letters (Schedule A or VA, if applicable)
• SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action, if applicable)
• Separation Notice (RIF, if applicable)
• PCS Orders (if applicable)

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 2026-09-21

How to apply

• Create or log in to a USAJOBS account
• Complete the full online occupational questionnaire
• Upload all required documentation
• Submit the application package through the USAJOBS portal

Additional information

• This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
• The position is not virtual and telework is not available.
• The VA prohibits requesting criminal history prior to a tentative job offer under the Fair Chance to Compete Act.
• This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.