Registered Nurse-Oncology/Hematology (4A)

Summary The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information – refer to Required Documents below. The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a full‑time Registered Nurse. The Registered Nurse will function as an Oncology Inpatient Staff Nurse on Unit 4A – providing patient‑centered oncology care through the integration of biopsychosocial principles, sound clinical judgment, and technical competence. 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) 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 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 and 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 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 Preferred Experience: BSN Recent acute inpatient experience within the past 6 months More than 2 years of oncology nursing experience (inpatient preferred) Completion of the ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Administration course or equivalent chemotherapy certification Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit Physical Requirements: This clinical position includes a level of physicality normally associated with inpatient care – including bending – grasping – kneeling – performing moderate lifting – carrying tasks of up to 35 pounds per the Safe Patient Handling and Mobility (SPHM) guidelines and using an appropriate mechanical lift Candidate must possess the ability to pivot their waist and neck – push and pull items not greater than 35 pounds and reach within a five foot distance or above shoulder height The position requires sitting – squatting – standing – walking and twisting – alongside wrist flexion and extension Employees are expected to employ proper body mechanics during lifting Requires adequate vision to accurately perform the assigned duties – distinguish basic colors and assess patients and the environment safely Requires the ability to hear at a level to perform the assigned duties – and the use of hearing aids permitted Duties The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series For more information – refer to Required Documents below The Registered Nurse Oncology Inpatient Staff Nurse duties include but are not limited to: Competently and safely administers chemotherapy and immunotherapy medications Efficiently recognize hypersensitivity and other chemotherapy related reactions Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, complex environment Maintain consistent dedication to performance improvement and evidence based nursing practice Prioritize timeliness, attendance, professionalism, and collegiality Perform safe medication administration and skilled care related to dressing changes, central lines, chest tubes, feeding tubes, and similar interventions Provide Veteran centered care to patients and families Deliver patient specific, purposeful education Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control measures Actively participate in a Just Culture environment and support high reliability and safety initiatives Provide specialized and individualized care to each patient Demonstrate engagement, teamwork, collaboration, professionalism, courtesy, and respect – contributing to a positive work culture 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: Day night shift rotation with alternating weekends and holidays 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 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs