Registered Nurse - Outpatient

Summary Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care. 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. Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. 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 with no additional 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 a 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. Preferred Experience: 2 years RN clinical experience – 1 year RN outpatient primary care – 1 year RN specialty care or case management experience. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit Physical Requirements: This position requires moderate lifting up to 44 lbs – carrying objects up to 15 lbs – frequent reaching above shoulder – use of fingers – hands and legs – walking and standing up to 8 hours – bending and climbing and able to hear whisper. The incumbent must be physically, emotionally and mentally stable in order to efficiently perform the essential functions of this position without hazard to themselves or others. Duties The Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Outpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership – experience – and creative approaches to management of complex primary care. This nurse provides gender‑specific direct Veteran care and care coordination – as it pertains – to Veterans and their care within the Primary Care Department. Manages assigned panel(s) – utilizes registries – and ensures appropriate evaluation and access is provided to patient panels. This nurse provides health promotion – health education and coaching on wellness – disease prevention – and chronic care management. Collaborates in the development – implementation – evaluation – and revision of policies – procedures – and/or guidelines. Demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve the care for the Primary Care Department and facility. Provides peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement. Supports colleagues and other nurses through primary care knowledge sharing to provide safe – quality nursing care. Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals. Evaluates outpatient outcomes of evidence‑based decisions and practice changes for primary care individuals – groups – and populations. Responsible for the documented PACT outcomes at the program or service level. PACT program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility. 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 401K 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 – The intermittent RN is expected to be available minimally 48 hours a month. Hours may not be scheduled for more than 40 hours per week. Intermittent staff must be able to work flexible hours according to the needs of the service. Telework – Not Available. Virtual – This is not a virtual position. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs