Registered Nurse
Listed on 2026-01-28
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Nursing
Emergency Medicine, Healthcare Nursing
Overview
ICU RN Opportunities at VA Medical Center – Houston, TX
Kelly Government Solutions is proud to join our partners, helping staff the VA!
Are you an experienced ICU nurse passionate about serving veterans and working in a state-of-the-art medical environment? Join our team at the VA Medical Center in Houston and contribute to exceptional patient care while enjoying competitive compensation and flexible scheduling.
Position Requirements- At least 1 year of recent critical care experience (within the past 5 years) in a specialty such as SICU, MICU, ICU, PACU
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (CCNE or ACEN).
- Proof of unrestricted RN license from a U.S. jurisdiction.
- Valid BLS certification (required for all departments).
- ACLS certification required for SICU, IMCU, CCU, ICU
- Please do not submit candidates who do not meet these specialty requirements (e.g., LTAC RNs for ICU roles).
- No visible tattoos, artificial nails, eyelashes, piercings, or gauges are permitted (per VA Quality Assurance guidelines).
- Resume must show no employment gaps in the past 5 years.
- Must pass a drug test prior to starting.
- Potential start date of December 1.
- Monthly schedule opens 2nd Monday; a minimum of three 12-hour shifts per week is required (with occasional opportunities for a fourth shift).
- Four weekend shifts per month are required (could be two full weekends or any arrangement that totals four shifts). If you call out for a weekend shift, the VA will automatically assign you to work the following weekend.
- Schedules are finalized by VA staff to ensure coverage and fairness.
- Submit a complete profile, including:
- PFS Cover Page
- Updated Resume
- Nursys Verification
- BLS & ACLS (if required)
- Skills Checklist
- Three professional references (contact info required)
- Qualified applicants will be invited for an in-person meet and greet with VA providers.
- Orientation takes place on Wednesdays:
Training is Wed-Fri, followed by shadowing in week two, with independent practice starting week three.
- $56.36/hour plus $5.09/hour Health & Welfare (H&W) stipend
Ready to make a difference in the lives of veterans?
Apply today with Kelly Government Solutions and join an outstanding team working at the Houston VA Medical Center!
If you have additional questions or are ready to submit your application, contact Kelly Government Solutions for more information.
We look forward to meeting dedicated, veteran-focused RNs ready for the next step in their careers!
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