About the opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, is seeking a Nurse to join the team in Buffalo, New York. This position is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care. The Nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age-specific components, coordinates care focused on patient education and self-management, and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members. The VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, robust paid time off, federal retirement options, and comprehensive insurance programs.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $75,760 to $139,451 per year
- Regular salary increases and potential for 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) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions
- Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance
- Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) student loan payment reimbursement up to $200,000
Who can apply?
- U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens)
- English Language Proficiency in basic written and spoken English
- Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by an appropriate accrediting agency (ACEN or CCNE), or qualified via bridge program or foreign school equivalency
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a US State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
- Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
Required documents
- Resume (including the standard Clinical Resume Document where applicable)
- Cover Letter
- DD-214 or Statement of Service (if applicable)
- Disability Letter (Schedule A or VA, if applicable)
- License
- CV
- PCS Orders
- Professional Certification
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-15
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
When to apply
- Applications open on August 26, 2026
- The application deadline is September 3, 2026, at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account
- Prepare your resume and gather all required supporting documents
- Complete the online occupational questionnaire
- Submit your complete application package via USAJOBS by the closing date
Additional information
- This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a condition of employment for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel.
- Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation, pre-employment physical evaluation, and drug screening.
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 seeking to provide holistic care within the Veterans Health Administration.
- Professionals interested in leveraging the Education Debt Reduction Program for student loan reimbursement.
- Nurses who value a comprehensive total rewards package, including federal pension and 401k options.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
- Employment is conditional upon passing a background investigation and pre-employment physical.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a mandatory condition of employment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a strategic move for nurses looking to combine clinical practice with the stability of federal employment. The Education Debt Reduction Program makes this particularly attractive for those managing significant student loan debt while seeking a long-term career in public service.
Our take
Qualified nurses looking for a stable, well-compensated role with significant student loan repayment support should prioritize this opportunity.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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