Registered Nurse-Outpatient

Summary The Nurse Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Outpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to the management of complex primary care. This nurse provides gender‑specific direct Veteran care and care coordination to Veterans within the Primary Care Department. Qualifications English Language Proficiency: In accordance with 38U.S.C.7403(f), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). OR Individuals attending a master’s level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor’s level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program. Upon achievement of a State license, the individual may be appointed on a temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program. (ReferenceVAHandbook5005–AppendixG6) OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing – possession of a current, full, active, and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for appointment as a Nurse. Credit for foreign nursing education higher than associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD). Current full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia. Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements but do not possess the required licensure may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120‑day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case‑by‑case basis). Grade Determinations: Scope–Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates and, if appropriate, the level within a grade. The Dimension requirements (Practice–Veteran/Patient Driven Care, Leadership, Professional Development and Evidence‑Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I – Level I: Delivers fundamental, knowledge‑based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies. An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing – with no additional professional nursing required. Nurse I – Level II: Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts – cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex needs. An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level I; or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required. Nurse I – Level III: Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning. Self‑directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations. An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I – Level II. OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I – Level II. OR a Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience. OR a Master’s degree in a related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience. Nurse II: Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others. A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I – Level III. OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level III. OR a Master’s degree in a related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level III. OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience. OR a Doctoral degree in a related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience. Nurse III: Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting. MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience – one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III. OR a Master’s degree in a related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience – one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III. OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III. OR a Doctoral degree in a related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III. *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees. Preferred Experience: BSN – 1‑2 years medical‑surgical experience. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit Physical Requirements: See VA Handbook5019. Duties Manages assigned panel(s) – utilizes registries – and ensures appropriate evaluation and access is provided to patient panels. Provides health promotion – health education – and coaching on wellness – disease prevention – and chronic care management. Collaborates in the development – implementation – evaluation – and revision of policies – procedures – and/or guidelines. Demonstrates performance and leadership broad enough to improve care for the Primary Care Department and facility. Provides peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement. Supports colleagues and other nurses through primary care knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care. Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals. Evaluates outpatient outcomes of evidence‑based decisions and practice changes for primary care individuals – groups – and populations. Responsible for documented PACT outcomes at the program or service level. Outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Benefits and Employment Details VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards, 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays), traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution, federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care insurance (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement), and a full, unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory. Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 08:00 a.m.–04:30 p.m. #J-18808-Ljbffr