Registered Nurse - Progressive Care

Summary This position is eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval - award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Qualifications English Language Proficiency In accordance with 38 U.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 one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: 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 (Reference VA Handbook 5005 – Appendix G6) 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 graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level nursing education program 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, or commonwealth (i.e. Puerto Rico) of the United States – 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). NOTE: Grandfathering provision – all persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification Grade determinations: the following 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 An ADN or diploma in nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to nurse I – level 1; 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 2 OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the nurse I – level 2 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 3 OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to nurse I – level 3 OR a master’s degree in a related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to nurse I – level 3 OR a doctoral degree in nursing with no professional nursing experience OR a doctoral degree in a related field with a BSN and no 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 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 and 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 Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit Physical requirements: see VA Handbook 5019. Duties Provides competent – evidence‑based nursing care to acutely ill – moderately stable patients with elevated risk for instability Delivers high‑intensity care and maintains strong clinical vigilance Oversees and collaborates with licensed vocational nurses and nursing assistants as appropriate Applies and integrates clinical knowledge – skills – abilities – judgment – and critical thinking in managing complex patient situations Validates understanding of care processes and the rationale behind clinical decisions Demonstrates a developing to advanced knowledge of the nursing process – depending on grade level Participates in nursing education – orientation – competency development – and quality improvement activities Manages competing priorities effectively and practices deliberate planning and sound decision‑making Engages in evidence‑based practice by questioning clinical methods and contributing to practice improvements Develops and applies leadership skills – ranging from basic leadership experiences (Nurse I) to advanced leadership and mentorship (Nurse III) Collaborates in the development – implementation – evaluation – and revision of unit or organizational policies – procedures – and guidelines Provides constructive feedback to peers and supports colleagues through knowledge sharing and professional guidance Fosters a safe – supportive environment that promotes learning and professional development Evaluates outcomes of evidence‑based decisions and practice changes at the individual – group – population – or program level – with increasing scope for higher grades Demonstrates accountability for broad and complex outcomes at the service or program level (Nurse III) Integrates theoretical concepts – advanced critical thinking – and expert technical skills into practice at the highest performance level Performs additional responsibilities as needed to support patient care and unit operations VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA nurse total rewards pay – competitive salary – regular salary increases – potential for performance awards; paid time off – 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave – 13 days of sick leave – 11 paid federal holidays per year); retirement – traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% in contributions by VA; insurance – federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement); licensure – 1 full and unrestricted license from any US state or territory; work schedule – full‑time – 7:30 PM – 8:00 AM; telework – not available Virtual: this is not a virtual position Relocation/recruitment incentives: not authorized EDRP authorized: former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive #J-18808-Ljbffr