Latest "VA staff" stories

VA plans ‘onboarding surge’ in November to clear backlog of new hires

The event will bring together hiring managers and senior medical center staff to find ways to improve the process.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Stress over VA’s new health records is causing staffers to leave

VA leaders expressed major concerns about where the records modernization project currently stands.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

VA leaders failing to report problematic physicians to state authorities

A watchdog warned the lack of reporting by department officials could leave the public at risk.

By Leo Shane III

11 months ago

Veterans Affairs eyes relaxed hiring rules as staff turnover slowly worsens

New authorities given to VA hiring officials during the pandemic are set to expire soon.

By Leo Shane III

12 months ago

No firings yet for VA workers who refuse COVID vaccines, despite continued warnings

Officials had said firings could start this month for staffers who missed vaccination deadlines last fall.

By Leo Shane III

14 months ago

COVID-19 cases within VA hit new pandemic highs

The department recorded more than 27,000 cases on Thursday morning, almost 30 percent above its January high.

By Leo Shane III

15 months ago

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