Registered Nurse - Specialty Care Outpatient/CT SCAN & MRI

Veterans Health Administration

Miami, FL

JobSummary

The Specialty Care Outpatient Staff Nurse (RN)/ CT SCAN- MRI position is located within the Specialty Clinics of the Nursing and Ambulatory Care Service at the Miami VA Healthcare System. The RN functions under the Associate Director for Patient Care Services and plays a key role in delivering high-quality outpatient specialty care to Veterans. Review the "Required Documents" section to ensure a complete application package

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Veterans Health Administration

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans. The Miami VA Healthcare Systems (MVHCS) is a general medical, psychiatric and surgical facility. It is a teaching hospital, providing a full range of patient care services, with state- of-the-art technology as well as education and limited research. Comprehensive healthcare is provided through primary care and long-term care in the areas of dentistry, extended care, medicine, neurology, oncology, pharmacy, physical medicine, psychiatry, rehabilitation and surgery. The Miami VA Medical Center is part of the Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8), which includes facilities in Florida and Puerto Rico. The Miami VA Medical Center also supports eight (7) Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) throughout the State of Florida which provides a wide range of primary care and community-based outpatient mental health services.

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https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/Apply

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https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/ApplicationStatus

MajorDuties

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards The Registered Nurse assigned to Outpatient Specialty Care CT Scan/MRI provides specialized outpatient nursing care to Veterans undergoing diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures. The nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care while ensuring safe imaging practices and compliance with established clinical guidelines. The role includes coordination of care, patient education, physiologic monitoring during imaging procedures, and collaboration with radiologists, technologists, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote safe, high-quality patient outcomes. The duties of the Registered Nurse- Specialty Care Outpatient/CT SCAN & MRI include but not limited to: Performs comprehensive nursing assessments and develops individualized care plans for patients undergoing CT or MRI procedures. Coordinates and delivers nursing care across the continuum of care, including patient education, health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic care management. Reviews patient charts prior to imaging procedures to verify orders, allergies, laboratory results, weight, and other clinical risk factors associated with contrast administration. Conducts pre-procedure patient screening and education, including review of MRI safety questionnaires and evaluation of contraindications for imaging procedures. Performs venous access procedures including insertion and discontinuation of peripheral IV lines for contrast administration and other clinical needs. Administers medications and contrast agents in accordance with VA policies, clinical protocols, and provider orders. Monitors patients undergoing CT or MRI procedures, including those receiving contrast or sedation, and observes for signs of complications or adverse reactions. Coordinates patient care interventions such as IV hydration for patients with reduced kidney function according to CT contrast safety guidelines. Performs point-of-care testing and communicates abnormal findings to providers as appropriate. Responds to medical emergencies including contrast reactions, seizures, respiratory distress, or cardiac events and initiates life-saving interventions according to ACLS guidelines. Maintains emergency preparedness by ensuring crash cart readiness and compliance with equipment and safety standards. Provides patient and family education regarding procedures, imaging preparation, safety screening, and post-procedure care. Collaborates with radiologists, technologists, anesthesia providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate safe and effective patient care. Participates in quality improvement initiatives, evidence-based practice activities, and program-level efforts to enhance patient care outcomes. Supports professional development and knowledge sharing among staff and contributes to a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Ensures compliance with privacy, information security, accreditation standards, and VA policies related to patient care and documentation. Performs other duties as assigned and maintains flexibility to support operational needs within specialty clinics. Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday from 7:00am - 3:30 pm potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

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Requirements

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year probationary/trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the Agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the Agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Evaluations

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. NOTE: Candidate's education, scope, and length of nursing practice (experience) will be considered in determining the grade and salary of the applicant selected. The recommended salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy. Experience as an RN will be evaluated to determine if the experience is of an acceptable level of quality with regard to the following five dimensions of nursing: Practice, Veteran/Patient Driven Care, Leadership, Professional Development, and Evidence/Based Practice/Research. Each dimension of practice has criteria that demonstrate essential core competencies for VHA Nursing Personnel. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

HowToApply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/11/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12949696. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

WhatToExpectNext

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued, and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

RequiredDocuments

To be considered for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. HR cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications; if documentation is missing, we cannot determine your eligibility. All Applicants Must Submit: Resume/CV: (Required) Your resume must be detailed and include specific dates of employment (Month/Year to Month/Year) and the number of hours worked per week for each position. Your resume must also clearly indicate whether each position held was full-time, part-time, or intermittent/PRN, as applicable Transcripts: (Required) Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application; however, if selected, official transcripts will be required. Nursing License: (Required) Evidence of a current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse. Registry Certificate: (If applicable) Submit any relevant CIED or Cardiac specialty certifications. CGFNS/ICD-International Consultants of Delaware (Foreign education equivalency required with foreign education for grade determination) If applicable. Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the 'Other' document upload field. Additional Requirements for Internal VA Employees: SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action: (Required) You must submit a copy of your most recent non-award SF-50 (dated within the last 52 weeks). This document must show your current Grade, Step, and Tenure. SF-50s from 2025 or older will not be accepted and will result in your application being rated as ineligible IMPORTANT: In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We may not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application, resume, and supporting documentation will be verified. NOTE: Failure to submit any or partial submission of the required documentation will result in the applicant not being considered for the position. You will not be contacted for further information. It is the applicant's sole responsibility to ensure that all required documentation is submitted PRIOR to the closing date of the announcement. Special Note for Applications: To complete your application, please use the following link https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted 'Resume' document upload field. Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the 'Other' document upload field. The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License Full Resume PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

Benefits

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http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp

OtherInformation

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

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