VA celebrates Nurses Month

VA proudly celebrates Nurses Month each year to highlight the extraordinary work, innovations and vast contributions made by more than 122,000 VA nursing professionals across the nation.

VA nurses have repeatedly proven they are the most powerful, compassionate and determined workforce ever in the care they provide Veterans. We cannot be prouder of our exceptionally caring and passionate nursing staff.

The outstanding performance of VA nurses—as demonstrated by high ratings, patient satisfaction metrics and the trust of over 91% of Veterans—showcases their pivotal role in delivering exceptional health care at VA. This success contributes to the advancement of nursing and plays a transformative role in elevating the overall standards of health care for Veterans and the health care industry as a whole.

VA committed to strengthening nursing workforce

VA’s efforts to establish a standard nursing practice regardless of state licensure and increase access to care coordination through initiatives like the Care Coordination and Integrated Case Management framework further showcase their impact on informing and enhancing nursing practice and increasing access for all Veterans.

VA is committed to strengthening the VA nursing workforce through initiatives aimed at addressing the nationwide nursing shortage by streamlining hiring and investing in research and residency programs. Programs like REBOOT and initiatives like Mindful Mondays and the Alternative Work Schedule pilot program are helping to decrease burnout, improve job satisfaction and enhance work-life balance among VA nurses.

VA nurses stay current with medical advances

VA is committed to fostering nurses’ lifelong learning and career development by providing accessible educational opportunities, leadership roles, and tailored pathways for growth, ensuring VA nurses have the knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality care—especially in areas relevant to Veterans’ specialized health care needs.

VA nurses are equipped with tools for career advancement and stay current with medical advances. Programs like SimLEARN promote tech-enabled learning and peer support, contributing to better outcomes for Veterans and excellence in health care.

VA is cultivating an industry-leading culture by fostering inclusivity and equity while providing competitive benefits and compensation to nurses dedicated to serving Veterans.

Chief Nursing Officers at VA are pivotal in advocating for nurses and creating an environment conducive to delivering high-quality patient care and career advancement.