Why Choose Veterans
Built for Veterans Care
Serve Heroes
Care for veterans managing PTSD, TBI, chronic pain, and other service-connected health conditions.
Federal Benefits
Federal pension, 13-26 PTO days, and 11 paid holidays.
PSLF Eligible
Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of qualifying government or nonprofit service.
Mission-Driven
Honor military service by providing expert clinical care.
Before You Apply
What You Need
NP Certification
Active national NP certification in your population focus.
State License
APRN licensure and prescriptive authority.
DEA Number
DEA registration for controlled substances.
Experience
Experience with veterans, or in settings that serve them, is a plus.
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FAQ
Veterans NP Questions
What's the difference between Veterans NP roles and federal VA employment?
Veterans NP roles span multiple sectors — VA medical centers (federal employment), Vet Centers (community readjustment counseling), Community Care Network (CCN) civilian providers, and community practices that serve veteran patients. /jobs/va focuses specifically on federal Veterans Affairs employment with the GS pay scale, FEHB benefits, and EDRP loan repayment.
What clinical skills matter most in veterans-focused NP work?
Veterans manage a distinctive mix of service-connected conditions: chronic pain and musculoskeletal injuries, traumatic brain injury (TBI), PTSD and combat stress, military sexual trauma (MST), hearing loss, substance use, and chronic disease. Trauma-informed care and comfort coordinating across specialties matter in every setting, whether you practice in primary care, rehabilitation, or behavioral health.
Do I need military experience to work in veterans care?
No — military experience is not required, but cultural competency is. Employers look for familiarity with military culture, deployment cycles, and the VA system, which you can build through employer-provided training and time with veteran patients. Prior experience in primary care, rehabilitation, pain management, or community settings that serve veterans translates well.
How does the VA Community Care Network (CCN) affect NP employment?
CCN contracts civilian providers to deliver care to eligible veterans. NPs in private practice, telehealth platforms, and community clinics can join CCN to expand their caseload with VA-funded patients while keeping their existing employer relationship — an alternative path to serving veterans without entering federal employment.