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How much do va nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for va nurse practitioner in Renton, WA is $147,157.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,000.00 and $169,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a VA nurse practitioner?

To thrive as a VA Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical assessment skills, a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, national board certification, and a valid state license. Familiarity with VA-specific electronic health records (CPRS), telehealth platforms, and VA policies is crucial. Strong communication, cultural competence, and adaptability are key soft skills for building trust and delivering holistic care to veterans. These competencies are vital for ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care in the unique and complex environment of Veterans Affairs healthcare.

What is a VA nurse practitioner?

VA Nurse Practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses who work within the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system. They provide primary, specialty, and mental health care to veterans, often acting as primary care providers. VA Nurse Practitioners assess, diagnose, and manage patient care, prescribe medications, and coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive treatment. Their role is vital in addressing the unique health needs of veterans and improving access to quality healthcare within the VA system.

What challenges do VA nurse practitioners face when serving the veteran population?

VA Nurse Practitioners frequently encounter complex cases involving multiple chronic conditions and mental health concerns unique to the veteran community, such as PTSD or traumatic injuries. Navigating the VA's structured protocols and electronic health record systems can also be challenging, especially for those new to federal healthcare environments. However, working within multidisciplinary teams provides strong professional support, and the opportunity to build long-term patient relationships is highly rewarding. Adaptability, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to lifelong learning are essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Va Nurse Practitioner vs Va Physician Assistant?

AspectVa Nurse PractitionerVa Physician Assistant
CredentialsMaster's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner certificationMaster's degree in Physician Assistant Studies, NCCPA certification
Work EnvironmentPrimary care clinics, hospitals, VA facilitiesPrimary care, specialty clinics, hospitals within VA system
Roles & ResponsibilitiesDiagnose, treat, prescribe, patient educationDiagnose, treat, prescribe, assist in surgeries

Both Va Nurse Practitioners and Va Physician Assistants work within the VA healthcare system, providing patient care, diagnosing, and prescribing treatments. Nurse Practitioners typically have advanced nursing degrees and focus on holistic patient care, while Physician Assistants have medical degrees and may assist in more complex procedures. Both roles are vital in delivering comprehensive VA healthcare services.

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Infographic showing various Va Nurse Practitioner job openings in Renton, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,157 per year, or $70.7 per hour.

Advanced Practice Nurse - Hematology /Oncology

Veterans Health Administration

Seattle, WA • On-site, Remote

$124K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Veterans Health Administration rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 1,004 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Summary
The incumbent practices in the Oncology Service as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness, and the advancement of the VA mission. The NP provides advanced clinical practice, consultation, and management.
The NP practices to the full extent of their education, training, and certification. The NP has prescriptive authority for a panel of patients or program as indicated by their position
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Duties
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Duties include but not limited to:
  • Independently manages a panel of cancer patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on treatment, health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice
  • Work with physicians in the VAPSHCS Hematology Oncology Section to develop and implement individualized plans to achieve disease management and surveillance strategies.
  • Work collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members towards patient specific goals.
  • Orders follow up and communicate diagnostic studies and results to patients and the hematology-oncology care team.
  • Prescribes non-oncologic pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
  • Initiates referrals/consults to specialty services
  • Provides education to patients and their families
  • Assesses and adjusts the plan of care with hematology-oncology physicians as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes
  • Lead the site care team and organize clinical care procedures, practice and work-flow within the clinic.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards
Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(f), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Subject to background/security investigation.
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period.
  • Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

Qualifications
Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) Basic Requirements
  • Education: A post-master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner. (Applicants pending the completion of educational requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until the education requirements are met.) Must be a graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant:
    • The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or
    • The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
    • NOTE: Foreign Education. Graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing programs, the nurse practitioner degree equivalency must be validated through an Agency recognized degree equivalency evaluation agency, such as the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD). Candidates with equivalent nurse practitioner masters or doctorate level degrees who possess current, full, active, and unrestricted registration and certification will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant appointment.
  • License - All APN (NPs) must possess and maintain an active, current, full, and unrestricted APN license to practice as an NP in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
  • Basic Board Certification - All APN (NPs) must maintain full and current basic board certification in one of the following: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) from one of the following: the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), or other nationally recognized certifying body in the area in which the Nurse Practitioner is academically prepared.

NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and an APN (NP) assignment that are also performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification.
The following Scope, Education and Experience, and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) II:
Exception to Licensure for Graduate Nurse Technicians. Candidates who otherwise meet the basic requirements, but do not possess the required licensure and/or certification, may be appointed at the entry step of the Nurse II, as a Graduate Nurse Technician - Nurse Practitioner on a temporary appointment up to any period not-to-exceed one year and a day under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 405(c)(2)(B).
  • Scope: Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
  • Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for APN (NP). Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for APN (NPs); no experience is required.
  • Dimension Requirement: APNs (NPs) at level II are expected to meet the following dimension requirements:
    • Clinical Practice. Delivers evidence-based health care, demonstrating proficiency in the ability to manage a patient panel, population, or program.
    • Outcome Focus. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to evaluate the patient care delivery system within a patient panel or program, presents findings and contributes to changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of veteran/patient care.
    • Leadership. Works effectively as a leader within a team/unit/group and seeks interdisciplinary collaboration as appropriate to enhance patient care.
    • Professional Development. Acquires knowledge and skills to develop expertise in area of practice.
    • Professionalism/Collegiality. Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior, promoting cooperation and teamwork. Participates in interdisciplinary teams and processes that positively impact patient outcomes.

The following Scope, Education and Experience, and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) III:
  • Scope: Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care.
  • Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for an APN (NP) AND one year of specialized APN (NP) experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level.
  • Dimension Requirement: APN (Nurse Practitioners) at grade III are expected to meet the following dimension requirements:
    • Clinical Practice. Influences and models the delivery of evidence- based health care, demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel, population, or program.
    • Outcome Focus. Leads and implements changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of Veteran/patient care applying research and evidence in the delivery of healthcare for patient populations.
    • Leadership. Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams informed by structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that positively impact care for a patient panel, population, or program.
    • Professional Development. Acquires knowledge and skills, then disseminates acquired information within and/or outside the medical facility.
    • Professionalism/Collegiality. Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams developing systems that positively impact outcomes at the panel, population, or program level. Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior, promoting cooperation and teamwork

Additional information
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, serving millions of Veterans each year. Located in Phoenix, AZ, and many other parts of the US, the VHA operates under the Department of Veteran Affairs, as suggested by their official website va.gov. The VHA is dedicated to providing the highest level of comprehensive care to its veterans. The organization offers a broad spectrum of medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care, including mental health services, research, and pharmacy benefits.

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