Completely answer all questions on the application.
Sign and date pages three and four.
Precisely record all nursing related work experience (experienced applicants may use addendum for additional entries). Also, list year, month , part-time or full-time status of each position.
Provide detailed explanation on additional sheet if any boxes 30-39 are answered yes.
Complete the "Declaration for Federal Employment" form.
The VA requires that applicants provide two or three references. It is preferable that performance reviews from current or recent employment be submitted at the time of interview.
Mail or fax applications to:
Pam Snyder, Nurse Recruiter
VA Medical Center (05)
One Veterans Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Fax: 612-725-2287
The Nurse Recruiter will review all applications and, as a next step, may call you for an interview.
You must complete a dosage calculation assessment before your interview with the Nurse Recruiter To schedule the dosage calculation assessment call Liz Kemper at (612) 467-3628 Please review the calculation guide prior to taking the assessment
(view lpn dosage calculation guide pdf)
(view rn dosage calculation guide pdf) Calculators may be used An EKG exam is also required for applicants applying to telemetry or ICU positions
Medical Examination
Applicants with a tentative offer of employment at Minneapolis VA Medical Center are subject to drug screening prior to employment You must pass a medical examination prior to employment Please bring any records of immunizations and eye glasses/contacts to the appointment
VETPRO and e-Quip
Our hiring process includes an electronic credentialing requirement, VETPRO, and and e-Qip, an electronic security clearance. After discussion regarding a tentative offer for a position, you will receive instructions regarding this component of the application process. Your current and previous employers may be contacted for verification of employment at this time.
Education Debt Reduction Program
The Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) is not available for many nursing positions at the Minneapolis VAMC. Availability varies between VA facilities; therefore, the national VA web site may indicate that funding is available. If there are questions about availability for a particular position, this must be discussed prior to employment. If you are eligible to apply for EDRP (statement in ad or announcement referring to this), you must submit a copy of the ad or announcement to the nurse recruiter.
Once you are hired
Orientation
The orientation program is four to six weeks in length for RNs and LPNs; Monday through Friday,
7:30 am to 4:00 pm For questions about nursing orientation, please call Liz Kemper at (612) 467-3628
