2026.02.15

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 Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Mental Health position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

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

Ms.Smith

The job title is Registered Nurse (RN) in Inpatient Mental Health, and it’s located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this role ranges from $71,484 to $125,287.

Dr.Job

What does the work schedule look like?

Ms.Smith

You’ll be working from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with a mix of 6 twelve-hour shifts and 1 eight-hour shift, plus rotating weekends and holidays.

Dr.Job

Is there any student loan assistance available for this position?

Ms.Smith

Yes, this position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), which can help with student loan payments, but you’ll need to meet certain eligibility requirements and apply within four months of your appointment.

Dr.Job

What are the basic qualifications needed for this role?

Ms.Smith

You need to be proficient in written and spoken English, graduate from an accredited nursing program, or have completed equivalent coursework in a master’s level bridge program. If you graduated from a foreign nursing school, you’ll need to have a current, unrestricted registration to qualify.

Dr.Job

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

Ms.Smith