Advanced Practice Nurse II

Job Title Advanced Practice Nurse II Agency Location DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, Supervisory Organization, Lawton/Ft. Sill Veterans Home Posting Details Job Posting End Date: refer to the date listed at the top of this posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date. Estimated Appointment End Date: June 30, 2026 Full/Part-Time: Full time Job Type: Regular Compensation: Salary is negotiable. Work Week: Monday - Friday. Job Overview Positions in this job family have responsibilities involving providing advanced health care to individuals, families or groups as an advanced or expert clinician. This includes assessment of individual health, analysis of data to determine medical and nursing care needed, planning a treatment strategy to meet identified needs, and evaluating responses to nursing and medical interventions. Typical Functions Provides advanced primary, secondary or tertiary health care for individuals, families or groups at an advanced or expert clinician level. Assesses individual health, analyzes data to determine health and nursing care needed, plans a strategy to meet identified health care needs, evaluates responses to interventions and makes changes in care or treatment as needed. Identifies and allocates community health care resources or coordinates and evaluates other health resources necessary to meet individual or group needs at the most appropriate level. Performs comprehensive physical examinations, secures health histories, performs or orders laboratory tests and conducts other appropriate procedures to assess the health status of patients or clients. Reviews and analyzes laboratory tests, x‑rays and other diagnostic data; determines diagnoses; prescribes pharmaceuticals within the scope of the program or specialty area assigned; formulates goals and strategies for meeting individual health care needs; consults with physicians or other providers as needed. Provides advanced professional expertise and technical assistance to nurses, therapists and ancillary staff in implementing health care strategies and providing individualised care and treatment within the area of specialization and certification. Participates in quality assurance activities related to health care services provided by licensed and non‑licensed health care members. Counsels patient, family members and others on health problems, prescribed treatments, use of drugs and other matters; recertifies patients for skilled nursing care under Medicare requirements. Provides continuity of an individualised health care program for clients by referring to or collaborating with physicians and other members of the health care team. Identifies health care needs within the community and makes recommendations to provide comprehensive health care to clients; provides education and training to members of the community and the health care team regarding health care needs. Develops and recommends practice standards that pertain to assigned programs; evaluates care outcomes and suggests strategies to improve program delivery; informs local administrators of community health needs and suggests or implements corrective actions to ensure quality of care. Level Descriptor Employees at this level are responsible for performing the full scope of nursing practice involving a high level of autonomy and independent practice. Responsibilities include assessing and diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications and treatments, and providing other related health care services to assigned patients. Education and Experience Education and experience requirements at this level include possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse, recognition as a certified Advanced Practice Nurse by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, and three years of experience as a Registered Nurse. Approval for prescriptive authority requires current licensure in Oklahoma as a Registered Nurse and as a Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, or Clinical Nurse Specialist within 30 calendar days of the entry‑on‑duty date. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse must hold a graduate degree at an advanced practice level or a post‑master’s certificate at an advanced practice level if the master’s degree is in nursing, in order to be eligible for initial application for prescriptive authority. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, chemistry; medical diagnostic techniques, methods and procedures; nursing and health care delivery systems; ambulatory care; laboratory and radiographic diagnostic techniques; pharmaceutical agents, usage and contraindications; minor surgical procedures and techniques; safety practices; and medical management techniques. Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments; provide advanced specialized nursing care; establish and maintain effective working relationships; instruct and counsel clients; interview and obtain medical information; develop therapeutic programs; and apply emergency and first aid measures. Proficiency in the English language is required to perform essential functions of the position. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr