# VHA Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System Outpatient and Specialty Services - Internship

Provider: [U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA)](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/u-s-department-of-veterans-affairs-va-veterans-health-administration-vha)

- Program type: Internship
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: 91 - 120 days
- Locations: Charleston, SC
- Website: https://www.va.gov/health-care/
- Contact: Charleston SkillBridge, vhachaskillbridge@va.gov
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/u-s-department-of-veterans-affairs-va-veterans-health-administration-r7j8wx

## Summary

Nursing Service at the RJH VAMC has experienced a staffing shortage with a service line vacancy rate of 21% over the last three years, inclusive of RNs, LPNs, HCTs and NAs. Retention and recruitment incentives have been implemented to fill various positions across Nursing services to include OR RNs, Acute and Critical Care RNs, LPNs, Surgical Scrub Technicians, and other specialized positions. Nursing positions have had an increased turnover rate due to retirement, new positions and leaving Federal service. Ralph H Johnson is surrounded by 8 hospitals within 20 square miles including 2 Magnet designated hospitals which makes the recruitment and retention for a highly qualified applicant challenging. While Charleston is a desirable location, the high cost of living and potential long distance commute makes recruitment efforts difficult.

## Job description

This position is in the Simulation Lab and is part of Anesthesia service at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. The Simulation Instructor will work as a team member under the direct supervision of the Simulation Program Director or designee to perform a range of duties and education. The RN demonstrates leadership in the application of the Nursing Process improving outcomes through evidenced based instruction, practice, and patient care delivery.

## Locations

- Charleston, SC, 29401 (near Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center)

Source: public DoD SkillBridge listings via CCC Programs. Confirm details with the provider and your chain of command.