Critical Care Nurse Practitioner

Summary The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) practices in Nursing Service to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality - timeliness - and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The NP provides advanced clinical practice - consultation - and management. Qualifications Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) Basic Requirements: Education: A post-master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner (Applicants pending the completion of educational requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until the education requirements are met.) Must be a 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) NOTE: Foreign Education Graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing programs - the nurse practitioner degree equivalency must be validated through an Agency recognized degree equivalency evaluation agency - such as the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD) Candidates with equivalent nurse practitioner masters or doctorate level degrees who possess current - full - active - and unrestricted registration and certification will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant appointment License and Certification: License All APN (NPs) must possess and maintain an active - current - full - and unrestricted APN license to practice as an NP in a State - Territory or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia Basic Certification All APN (NPs) must maintain full and current board certification in an area of clinical specialty from one of the following: the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) - or other nationally recognized certifying body in the area in which the Nurse Practitioner is academically prepared NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and an APN (NP) assignment that are also 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 The following Scope - Education and Experience - and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) II: Exception to Licensure for Graduate Nurse Technicians Candidates who otherwise meet the basic requirements - but do not possess the required licensure and/or certification - may be appointed at the entry step of the Nurse II - as a Graduate Nurse Technician - Nurse Practitioner on a temporary appointment up to any period not-to-exceed one year and a day under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 405(c)(2)(B) Scope: Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for APN (NP) Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for APN (NPs) no experience is required Dimension Requirement: APNs (NPs) at level II are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice Delivers evidence-based health care - demonstrating proficiency in the ability to manage a patient panel - population - or program Outcome Focus Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to evaluate the patient care delivery system within a patient panel or program - presents findings and contributes to changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of veteran/patient care Leadership Works effectively as a leader within a team/unit/group and seeks interdisciplinary collaboration as appropriate to enhance patient care Professional Development Acquires knowledge and skills to develop expertise in area of practice Professionalism/Collegiality Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior - promoting cooperation and teamwork Participates in interdisciplinary teams and processes that positively impact patient outcomes The following Scope - Education and Experience - and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) III: Scope: Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience - and creative approaches to management of complex client care Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for an APN (NP) AND one year of specialized APN (NP) experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level Dimension Requirement: APN (Nurse Practitioners) at grade III are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice Influences and models the delivery of evidence- based health care - demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel - population - or program Outcome Focus Leads and implements changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of Veteran/patient care applying research and evidence in the delivery of healthcare for patient populations Leadership Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams informed by structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that positively impact care for a patient panel - population - or program Professional Development Acquires knowledge and skills - then disseminates acquired information within and/or outside the medical facility Professionalism/Collegiality Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams developing systems that positively impact outcomes at the panel - population - or program level Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior - promoting cooperation and teamwork Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit Physical Requirements: This position requires visual acuity - keen hearing - clear distinctive speech - and manual dexterity This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking - standing - stooping - sitting - bending - pulling - and pushing Transferring patients and objects may be required The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium - dementia - or psychiatric disorders The incumbent must be a mature - flexible - sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations - able to shift priorities based on patient needs Must complete annual Employee Health requirements - such as annual TB screening or testing - as a condition of employment. Duties The NP practices to the full extent of their education - training - and certification Core functions are outlined in the clinical privileges that correspond with this position The NP has prescriptive authority for a panel of patients or program as indicated by their position Major duties and responsibilities include - but are not limited to: Manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team Orders and interprets labs - tests - and diagnostic studies Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services All other duties as assigned VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Work Schedule: 1900-0730 Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized #J-18808-Ljbffr Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs