2026.02.16

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Advanced Practice Nurse (CNA) position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

What’s the job title and where is it located?

Ms.Smith

The job title is Advanced Practice Nurse (CNA), and it’s located in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $176,662 to $267,649.

Dr.Job

What qualifications are needed for the Advanced Practice Nurse (CNA) role?

Ms.Smith

You’ll need a master’s or doctoral degree in nurse anesthesia, and your nursing education must come from an accredited school of professional nursing anesthesia.

Dr.Job

What kind of license and certification do you need to have?

Ms.Smith

You must maintain an active, unrestricted license to practice as a CNA or equivalent, and you also need to have full and current certification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists or an equivalent recognized certification.

Dr.Job

Is there any special provision for current employees?

Ms.Smith

Yes, if you’re currently employed in the VHA in the 0610 series with an APN (CNA) assignment and performing the required duties by January 29, 2024, you’ll be considered to have met all qualification requirements for your grade.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith