Registered Nurse; Geriatrics

Position Overview

The Contractor shall provide qualified Geriatric Registered Nurses (RNs) to deliver on‑site nursing services to eligible beneficiaries of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) within the VA Palo Alto Health Care System, including the Palo Alto and Menlo Park campuses. Services are primarily provided within Community Living Centers (CLCs) and are expected to meet or exceed nationally recognized standards of geriatric nursing care consistent with state‑of‑the‑art civilian medical treatment facilities.

Contractor personnel will have access to all necessary patient care equipment, supplies, and VA computer systems required to perform assigned duties.

VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS)
3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304
795 Willow Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Multiple Shifts to include: 0700 AM–0330 PM; 0730 AM–4000 PM; 0800 AM–0430 PM; 1030 AM–0700 PM; 1130 AM–0800 PM; 1230 PM–900 PM; 0330 PM–1200 AM.

Compensation: Starting out at $75.00/hr including full time benefits.

• Provide comprehensive, patient‑centered nursing care to geriatric Veterans in Community Living Centers.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document nursing care in accordance with VA policies and professional nursing standards.
• Deliver age‑appropriate care addressing chronic illness, functional limitations, and complex medical needs common to geriatric populations.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered and monitor patient responses.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using VA‑approved electronic health record systems.
• Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and quality assurance standards at all times.

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California, with no negative indicators.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program recognized by the State of California.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent nursing experience, preferably in geriatric, long‑term care, or acute care settings.
• Ability to provide high‑quality care consistent with nationally recognized nursing standards.

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class. Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active‑duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.