VA Hiring Process

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From the previous posts I've read the VA hiring process is pretty long and drawn out. I've applied to two different VA sites. The VA an hour away from my home I can always get in contact with a nurse recruiter and my application status for two posting says "referred to selecting official." The VA closest to my home, I can't get through to the recruiter, she emailed me back once and the status of all the apps just says "application received." I do know a nurse practitioner that works at this VA site and she tried to give my resume to the recruiter, but I had to apply online.

For those of you that are familiar with the hiring process, any idea what the next step is. In all there are around 20 RN vacancies. The two systems have two completely different online application submissions, how will I know if I've completed the application process correctly, its a little confusing :(

I've been applying since I've graduated and earlier this year I found out that I was applying the wrong way so those positions don't count. These positions closed in September.

Thanks in advance ?

Just wanted to say thank you to all of the people who contributed to this thread... it's very informative. I had a panel interview today but unlike every other interview I've had in my adult life, I have absolutely no sense of how well (or poorly) I did. The panel was extremely difficult to read. Patience is not my strongest virtue, but it looks like I'm going to get quite a bit of practice.

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Another update: I emailed the nurse recruiter again a few weeks ago. She said my file was complete on her end and everything was sent to HR on April 13th. She stated I should hear from HR for vetpro, fingerprints, etc. So I decided to call on May 4th after I still hadn't heard anything. I called the nursing office and ended up speaking with the admin assistant to the ANE!!! He emailed HR nursing rep and cc me. I then received an email from HR today May 5th with a tentative offer and info saying someone will contact me to do equip. So I'm still moving forward.

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I walked out of my interview feeling the same way. Someone that I know that works there told me that is a good thing. HA!!! Well, a week after my interview HR called to offer me the position. And, everything is tentative pending all of the items that you have to submit. And now I wait. My interview was March 31st and I was offered the job on April 12th. My physical was May 1st. I completed all of my documents and my VetPro was completed on April 27th. And now, I just wait anxiously checking my email for the offer.

Note: My vetpro was completed quicker than usual because I had it all filled out from when I taught clinicals at the VA, I only had to add a couple items.

And on another note: On the e-qip, the first time I submitted it, it was returned back to be because I did not list my street suffix and 2 entries. So, please make sure that you have Rd. Dr. Ln. or whatever after each street you enter!

When I received the initial offer, HR told me it takes typically 2-3 months from offer letter to hire,.

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That is excellent! You are on the right track. I am going through all of that goodness now! The HR rep told me it could take 2-3 months to complete it all!

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I have seen the 9 dimensions of nursing mentioned frequently on here. Some have said they have to fill out papers for that. Those words were never even mentioned to me. They have my entire package and it was sent to boards and I am awaiting final offer.

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WOW, seriously? I hope to god mine does not take that long. I have been checking my email constantly. I completed my physical on May 1st along with fingerprints. My Vetpro was completed April 27th. I am anxiously awaiting an email/call with final offer.

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Any insight would be helpful here before I pull out every last strand of my hair.

Was informed that my Vetpro was sent to HR on April 27th and HR is sending it to boards. Physical and fingerprints done on May 1st. Completed my Equip May 2nd. How long from this point to final offer? Very curious as to how much the offer will be. RN, board certified with MSN with 5 years experience on the floor and teaching as well.

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My references have been called post-interview, and the HR specialist has just asked me for a few forms/signature. There's no change in status to my online application, but I'm going to take this as a sign that I'm at least a strong contender. I don't see how this can be after what felt like an awful interview, but I'll remain hopeful. :)

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My references have been called post-interview, and the HR specialist has just asked me for a few forms/signature. There's no change in status to my online application, but I'm going to take this as a sign that I'm at least a strong contender. I don't see how this can be after what felt like an awful interview, but I'll remain hopeful. :)

They don't call references unless you are one of a few or the only one being considered. Good luck. My online application status never changed on the job I got and the job I didn't get. Don't bother looking at that.

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Are the interviews generalized as if it were for any other nursing job? Curious how they run them. I'm gearing up to apply for my first VA application with 1.5 years experience.

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Are the interviews generalized as if it were for any other nursing job? Curious how they run them. I'm gearing up to apply for my first VA application with 1.5 years experience.

Google VA PBI interview questions.

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Google VA PBI interview questions.

Agreed. Do not go in blind to their interview techniques.

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