ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Houston VA Medical Center
Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. We are seeking experienced ICU Registered Nurses to join the Kelly team, supporting patient care at the Houston VA Medical Center. Make a meaningful difference by using your critical care expertise to care for Veterans.
About the Role – ICU Nursing for Veterans
ICU Registered Nurses provide direct patient care to critically ill patients in an on-site federal healthcare environment. Nurses assess patient needs, implement individualized care plans, monitor patient status, evaluate outcomes, and respond appropriately to changes in condition.
Day and night shifts are currently available.
What You’ll Do
- Provide technically competent nursing care to critically ill patients.
- Assess patient conditions and respond to changes in clinical status.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Follow applicable VA, federal, facility, and professional nursing standards.
- Promote patient safety, quality care, and positive experiences for Veterans.
- Complete required clinical documentation accurately and timely.
Compensation
- $56.36 per hour base pay; Additional $5.09 per hour Health & Welfare benefit
- Weekly pay
- Health & Welfare funds may be applied toward eligible benefits or, when company benefits are waived, may be available as additional taxable wages up to 40 hours per week
- Additional shifts may be available
What to Expect
- Full-time schedule of three 12-hour shifts per week
- 36 guaranteed hours per week (12-hour shifts)
- Day and night shifts available
- Four weekend shifts per month required
- Monthly schedules released in advance
- On-site work at the Houston VA Medical Center
- Dedicated Kelly recruiter support throughout onboarding and credentialing
- Federal credentialing, background screening, and drug testing before starting
- In-person meet-and-greet with VA providers for qualified candidates
Ideal For Nurses Who
- Have strong, recent hands-on ICU experience.
- Prefer a predictable three-shift schedule.
- Want guaranteed full-time hours.
- Are available for day or night shifts.
- Value advance monthly scheduling.
- Want to support Veterans in a federal healthcare setting.
- Are comfortable completing a detailed credentialing and onboarding process.
Requirements
- At least two years of current critical care nursing experience
- Strong, current hands-on ICU experience
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program, such as CCNE or ACEN
- Active, unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
- Ability to complete federal credentialing and background screening requirements
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
Level I trauma center or other high acuity ICU experience is strongly preferred.
Candidates must also meet applicable VA appearance and infection-control standards. Your Kelly recruiter will review these requirements during the screening process.
Who We’re Seeking
We are seeking experienced ICU Registered Nurses who:
- Are currently working in, or have recent experience in, a high-acuity ICU setting
- Can commit to three 12-hour shifts per week
- Can work four weekend shifts per month
- Are interested in day or night shift opportunities
- Are able to work on-site at the Houston VA Medical Center
- Are committed to providing high-quality care to Veterans
How It Works
- Submit your résumé through this job posting.
- Connect with a Kelly Government Solutions recruiter for a brief introductory call.
- Discuss your ICU experience, preferred shift, availability, and next steps.
- Complete the Kelly onboarding and credentialing process with support from our recruiting and credentialing teams.
- Complete the VA meet-and-greet and required orientation.
- Begin supporting patient care at the Houston VA Medical Center once all requirements are approved.
When you apply, a Kelly Government Solutions recruiter will review your résumé and contact you if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position.
Serve Those Who Served
Kelly Government Solutions partners with federal healthcare facilities and key government suppliers to connect qualified healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities.
Bring your critical care experience to an environment where your clinical skills can make a meaningful difference in the lives of Veterans.
About Kelly Government Solutions
Kelly Government Solutions connects qualified professionals with vital government roles in healthcare, science, engineering, technology, and other specialized fields.
We value diversity, integrity, and service. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and a transportation spending account.
Visit https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/ for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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