Registered Nurse - Case Management Oncology/Hematology

SUMMARY This Registered Nurse - Case Management (CM) Oncology/Hematology position is located in Specialty Care Service at the NWI VA Health Care System - located in Omaha - NE. This position is full time at 80 hours per week. 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 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: Two years of oncology experience Outpatient Case Management experience 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 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

*Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre‑employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre‑employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. DUETS The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well‑being and live their lives to the fullest As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care – you will operate in a model with three core elements – seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well‑being The Registered Nurse (RN) – Case Management (CM) Oncology/Hematology is a clinical expert who uses advanced specialized knowledge and judgement for delivery of high quality and evidence‑based care to oncology patients and their families Provides patient management – care coordination – and disposition planning for cancer patients This includes – but is not limited to clinic preparation including obtaining outside medical records and pathology specimens from outside facilities – and consult management Additional duties of the Registered Nurse (RN) – Case Management (CM) Oncology/Hematology include – but are not limited to: coordinates comprehensive care and resources for Veterans and their families by collaborating with VA and community providers to ensure continuity of care throughout the diagnostic and treatment continuum Conducts ongoing assessment and oversight of patient care plans – ensuring timely scheduling – completion of interventions – and effective tracking of treatment progress Participates in interdisciplinary care management to address the medical – nursing – and psychosocial needs of patients and caregivers – contributing a professional nursing perspective to team discussions Triages oncology‑related symptoms and adverse events – collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to formulate and adjust care plans based on current best evidence and patient needs Ensures accurate documentation and compliance with established policies by completing physiological assessments – maintaining electronic health records – and participating in continuous quality improvement activities Clinic intake including obtaining vital signs – performing EKGs – blood glucose testing – administering vaccines – completing the required clinical reminders – oncology distress screening – and the outpatient clinic intake note Rooming patients and giving a warm hand‑off to providers to ensure a smooth clinic flow Arrangement and assistance with procedures Bone Marrow Transplant Coordination Survivorship Care Plans Survivorship 101 Support Group Collaboration Active Participation in Tumor Board and Cancer Committee VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: Competitive salary – regular salary increases – potential for performance awards; 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave – 13 days of sick leave – 11 paid Federal holidays per year); Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA; Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement); 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory; Monday‑Friday 08:30‑17:00 – option of 9‑hour shifts available; Compressed schedule available; 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 Case Management Society of America (CMSA) ®