Registered Nurse-Home Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Summary This position is eligible for the 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) and 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 are 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 the 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 an 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. Preferred experience: Pulmonary, critical care, 2 years of nursing experience, BLS, ACLS. 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. Grade/level scope education 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. Grade/level scope education nurse I – level III: Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning, self‑directed goal setting for managing complex client situations. Physical requirements: All applicants must be physically able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position; a pre‑placement physical examination shall be completed prior to appointment. Duties This Registered Nurse‑Home Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation position is in Specialty Service at the Togus VA Medical Center – located in Augusta, ME. This position is full‑time at 40 hours per week. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing competent, evidence‑based outpatient care to assigned patients and oversight of licensed vocational nurses and nursing assistants – as appropriate to the setting. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of patient care, patient and family education, patient self‑management after discharge, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction. Assists in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies, and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization consultation. Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic outpatient care through collaborative strategies with others. Evaluates practice in an ongoing process based on best evidence. Provides peers with informal constructive feedback for improvement. Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals. Partners with others to effect change and produce optimal outcomes. Supports colleagues through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality outpatient nursing care. Delivers fundamental knowledge‑based care to assigned clients while developing technical skills. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age‑specific components. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self‑management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: Competitive salary with regular salary increases and performance awards; paid time off – 50 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays); retirement – traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution; insurance – federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement). Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory. Work schedule: Full‑time Monday–Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/recruitment incentives: Not authorized. EDRP authorized: Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for the incentive. Contact: Karen Chapman, EDRP Coordinator – View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr