Comprehensive medical evaluations are critical for getting military veterans the disability benefits and medical care they’ve earned. These exams prove to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that a veteran’s physical or mental health condition relates to their time in uniform.
For nurses and other licensed health professionals, administering a VES exam is a meaningful way to support veterans while working in a setting that might offer more balance and autonomy than many traditional nursing roles.
What Is a Veterans Evaluation Services Exam?
A VES exam, sometimes referred to as a compensation and pension exam, is a non-treatment medical evaluation used by the VA to assess a veteran’s health condition. The goal is not to provide a diagnosis or prescribe treatment, but to document objective findings that will influence the outcome of the veteran’s disability claim.
Health providers conducting these exams follow a standardized protocol that may involve:
- Reviewing veterans’ medical and service history
- Conducting a physical or psychological examination
- Asking detailed questions about your patients’ symptoms and daily functioning
- Documenting your findings in a formal report for the VA
These exams are crucial in helping the VA make informed decisions about compensation, service connection, and benefit eligibility.
Who Can Administer a VES Exam?
Various licensed medical professionals can administer VES examinations:
- Nurse practitioners
- Physician assistants
- Medical doctors
- Doctors of osteopathy
- Licensed psychologists
To perform VES exams, clinicians must:
- Hold a valid, unrestricted license in their state
- Maintain good standing with their licensing board
- Complete training on VA disability evaluation protocols and documentation
- Follow strict guidelines to ensure evaluations are objective, consistent, and legally defensible
The Purpose Behind the Exam
Unlike a traditional clinical appointment, the purpose of a VES exam is not to treat or manage a condition but to provide an independent, fact-based evaluation of a veteran’s health as it relates to their service.
The exam helps determine:
- Whether a medical condition is service-connected
- The issue’s severity and impact on daily life
- Whether the patient’s condition has worsened since the last review
- The need for further specialist evaluation or care
This evaluation can be a turning point for veterans who have waited months or years for recognition and support.
Why Nurses Choose Warrior Vets
Warrior Vets is one of the largest VA contractors in the U.S. and its territories. Our job opportunities allow skilled, compassionate nurses and other health professionals to give veterans the care and validation they deserve.
Working with us is a chance to step away from high-stress hospital environments and into a position that values your professional fulfillment and personal well-being. Here’s why so many nurses choose jobs with Warrior Vets.
- Flexible scheduling: Set appointments based on your availability.
- No administrative burdens: Let us handle the paperwork, billing, and scheduling, so you can focus entirely on patient care.
- Competitive compensation: Significantly increase your monthly income. We believe nurses deserve pay that’s commensurate with their time, effort, and expertise.
- Meaningful work: Help veterans access life-changing benefits through respectful, professional medical evaluations.
- Supportive environment: Join a team that empowers you to prioritize your health and career goals.
Ready for a More Fulfilling Nursing Role?
Consider applying to Warrior Vets if you want to use your nursing skills in a way that combines purpose, flexibility, and fair pay. We’re proud to offer full-time, part-time, and travel opportunities that allow you to serve those who’ve served, without sacrificing your well-being.
Contact us today to learn more about our current openings and how you can make a difference – one veteran at a time.