Nurse Manager

Nurse Manager

The Nurse Manager (NM) VISN 3 CARDIO-VET Network, functions as clinical expert and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. They will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate delivery of care based on age specific components. They will assume responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. They will demonstrate sound decision-making and judgement and possess excellent interpersonal skills. They are self-directed and influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team and leading innovative process improvement initiatives. In addition, they will execute position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care. The duties of the NM are but not limited to:

• As the first line supervisor, responsibility and accountability for the operation of their assigned units, provides coverage for other NMs as needed. Responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation, training, development of staff, and evaluation of individual staff performance. They function as a role models, educators, practitioners, and as a supervisor providing leadership to their team. Influence care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence-based cutting-edge programs/processes.
• The VISN 3 CARDIO-VET Nurse Manager has the primary accountability for the furtherance of CARDIO-VET and sustainment of clinical operations in VISN 3 locations as well as other assigned strategic initiatives.
• Engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth. They adhere to ethical principles in decision-making, fostering accountability at personal, organizational, and staff levels. They equip staff with tools for culturally competent care and promote a culture of accountability for high-quality, cost-effective outcomes. They cultivate alliances across the care continuum, building trust through active listening, engagement, and emotional intelligence.
• Contributes to the development of care delivery models and environmental design, ensuring evidenced-based, accessible, affordable, and equitable patient care. Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Aligns nursing and clinical objectives with organization strategic outcomes, participating in strategy planning and execution. They promote an inclusive workplace valuating diversity to achieve the organization's vision and missions.
• Maintains knowledge and ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards, Directives, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOP). Provides peers with informal constructive feedback for improvement. Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care. Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals. Contributes professional nursing perspective in discussions with the interdisciplinary team.
• Partners with others to effect change and produce optimal outcomes. Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations. Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level. Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility.
• This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

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 per year)

Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday

Compressed work schedule authorized

Ad-hoc Telework

This is not a virtual position.

This position will be required to drive.