Nurse Manager

Summary The Supervisory Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) supports the Nurse Manager (NM) in overseeing operations of a nursing unit/patient care area. Fosters team development, ensures compliance with standards of clinical practice, and serves as a key liaison between staff and leadership. Qualifications Basic Requirements: 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 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 that 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: BSN or Higher 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 with 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: VA Regulations - specifically VA Handbook 5005 - Part II - Appendix G-6 Nurse Qualification Standard This can be found in the local Human Resources Office Physical Requirements: Walking - bending - stooping - and some lifting in the direct care of patients There may also be extended periods of sitting This position also requires that the staff member be able to wear a lead apron for an extended period of time. Duties This role combines clinical proficiency with leadership responsibilities and is often considered part of the succession plan for future NM positions - providing opportunities to develop management skills and prepare for higher-level leadership Functions as a proficient clinician and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or overseeing direct patient care Assesses - plans - implements - and evaluates delivery of 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 Demonstrates sound decision-making and judgment and possess excellent interpersonal skills Self-directed and influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team and leading innovative process improvement initiatives While working in partnership with the Nurse Manager - functions as a Supervisor and Clinical Coordinator assuming responsibility for the operation of the designated unit This may include: onsite coverage at designated CBOC(s) per the assigned Northern Tier/Southern Tier - participating in the hiring process supervising and ongoing evaluation of care delivered by all nursing staff and employees assigned to the CBOC/Annex via Nursing Proficiencies and icr performance appraisals The ANM is charged with contributing to the establishment and implementation of evidence based nursing standard of practice - monitoring the quality of care by means such as 2-day post discharge - including any other primary care related reports - scores - reminders or PACT quality indicators ANM will also assure all education - competencies and staff orientations process in the unit are complete with consultation with NM ANM will assist the P1 process and keep track of the progress of P1 projects - All Employee Survey Results - Press Ganey responses - SHEP scores - VSignals - Hand Hygiene - and MDRO Teaching to ensure quality care to our Veteran Patients The ANM is accountable to address storage - recall and replacement of medications - including transportation of specimen and medications Assist with addressing and maintaining building operations in collaboration with Nurse Manager and Clinic Manager as well as the property owner - VA environmental services - and VA engineering services The ANM will provide oversight of staffing needs - leave request - and payroll The ANM will provide hands‑on clinical support in the nurse PACT roles during times of limited staffing resources The ANM will facilitate HRO huddles as needed The ANM will facilitate and or assist with nurse staff meetings he ANM has the authority to provide verbal and written counseling in collaboration with HR - Union and NM ANM will need to promote and adhere to the PACT model of care The ANM will promote - create - demonstrate and ensure a positive - culturally diverse work force in which the values and needs of all individual are respected while enhancing patient care delivery and professional development of Nursing staff The ANM will manage the CBOC/Annex in the absence of the Nurse Manager VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Work Schedule: Mon-Fri - Day Shift Telework: Yes Ad-Hoc - as determined by the agency policy Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required #J-18808-Ljbffr