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 ?

Thank you! I know that the manager called at least one of my references who was my professor. I asked him if the VA contacted him and he said yes.

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Hello--I am currently being boarded for an outpt clinic as an NP. I was wondering if anyone had any experience or would shed some light about the boarding process and what you've been boarded as. I have only 2.5 years of NP experience and less than 1 year or RN experience.

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Hi all. I am wondering if VA needs BSN and their base salary and any exceptional benefit for nurse with one year experience. Tx

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Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CEN, CPEN, TCRN.
Hi all. I am wondering if VA needs BSN and their base salary and any exceptional benefit for nurse with one year experience. Tx

You can search for jobs and apply on USAjobs.gov. Salaries vary by location.

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Hi Natira.

I know your post is from last year but I seen it and wanted to ask some questions that maybve you could help answer. I recently applied for a job with the Jesse Brown VA in chicago also. How is it working there? Hows the nurse to patient ratio? I applied on the Community Living Center and Rehabilitation Unit on 6 west. Do you know anything about that unit? How are the staff there?

Your feedback is greatly appreciated. You can respond to this thread or private message me. Thanks so much!

-Stephanie

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Hi Natira23.

How is it working at the Jesse Brown VA in psych? I applied and wanted to get some feedback. Thanks!

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Jadiva,

Thanks so much!!!! I got the official email from HR right before close of business on Friday. The long wait is finally over, Thank God! I start orientation tomorrow so I'm super excited to get started. Thanks for the support :)[/quote

I applied to the Jesse Brown VA. How is it working there? What's the nurse to patient ratio? Do you like it? What shift do you work? Thanks.

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Specializes in Psychiatric nursing; Medical-Surgrical.

Do you have be be a citizen to be fired a VA?

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Specializes in Psychiatric nursing; Medical-Surgrical.
Do you have be be a citizen to be fired a VA?

I meant HIRED! Lol

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Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CEN, CPEN, TCRN.
Do you have be be a citizen to be fired a VA?

Lol, I assumed you meant "hired," but yes — the VA jobs posted on USAjobs.gov typically state that "non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy." So yes, but citizens are given preference.

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Specializes in Psychiatric nursing; Medical-Surgrical.
Lol, I assumed you meant "hired," but yes — the VA jobs posted on USAjobs.gov typically state that "non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy." So yes, but citizens are given preference.

Thanks pixie [emoji4]

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Catrina387

Hmmm...the entire hospital structurally is nice, however, most of the staff is not. There are A LOT of staff who are very entitled and have literally told me that they are only there for the benefits and only have "x" amount of years until they retire. Countless times I've been told and heard staff members state what they will not do during report even if it's part of their job description and then threaten to leave if you don't give them the assignment that they expect, which is absolutely insane to me.

There are some great people who actually value their job and want to make a difference, but they are few and far between. If you have experience and have been around this type of environment, then maybe it won't be a bother, but I would not recommend working here as a new nurse/graduate.

There is also a 2 year probation period and I've been told by the union director that you can literally be fired for anything so it's best to keep your nose clean. There is also a lot of professional jealousy and people do not want to see you succeed. I have been blessed to find the "right" people to talk to and I have wonderful mentor who has helped me adjust, but I still have one more year to go. I hope this answers your questions.

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