Registered Nurse - Nurse Manager

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval – award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. 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 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.) Grandfathering Provision – All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties 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. Grade Determinations: The 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: Nurse I – Level I: Delivers fundamental knowledge‑based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies – requires 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 needs – requires an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level I or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BS N) 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 – requires an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and two years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I – Level II or a BS N and one year of professional nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level II or a Master’s degree in nursing and no additional professional nursing experience; OR a Master’s degree in a related field with a BS N and no additional professional nursing experience Nurse II: Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others – requires a BS N with two years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I – Level III or an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level III or a Master’s degree in a related field with a BS N and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I – Level III or a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience; or a Doctoral degree in a related field with a BS N 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 – requires an MSN 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 Master’s degree in a related field with BS N 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 BS N 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 Preferred Experience: Master of Science in Nursing At least 3 years of acute care experience At least 1 year of management experience Physical Requirements: Typical for the occupation – standing, lifting, carrying, sitting, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing; may require wearing personal protective equipment and undergoing annual TB screening or testing as conditions of employment Duties The Registered Nurse – Nurse Manager (4C Med‑Surg/Telemetry/Oncology) is the designated first‑line supervisory authority and is responsible and accountable for the 24/7 operation of their assigned units and provides coverage for other NM’s as needed. The NM is responsible and accountable for the direction, supervision, orientation, training, development of staff, and evaluation of individual staff performance. Duties for this position include (but are not limited to): Contributes to the development of care delivery models and environmental design – ensuring evidence‑based, accessible, affordable, and equitable patient care. Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Aligns nursing/clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes – participating in strategy planning and execution. Leads the provision of nursing care to patients with complex care needs utilizing the nursing process in alignment with the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice. Applies clinical knowledge/judgment to lead staff involvement in planning, decision‑making, and evaluating outcomes within the immediate practice setting. Effectively functions as a leader – with demonstrated outcomes – for the immediate practice setting. Improves Veteran/patient driven care by resolving experience issues such as coordination of care, timeliness or process issues – common themes of dissatisfaction or environment of care concerns for the immediate practice setting. Applies patient–family–and caregiver knowledge, values, and beliefs into care delivery without judgment or discrimination. Serves as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers – improving outcomes for the immediate practice setting. Applies evidence‑based practice/research resulting in improved outcomes in the immediate practice setting. Assesses the immediate practice setting to identify efficient, cost‑effective care delivery. Leads initiatives for expanding best techniques to identify and apply patient preferences to shared care delivery decisions in the immediate practice setting. 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 401 K 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 – One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory. Work Schedule – 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM – Monday – Friday (subject to change based on the needs of the facility). Telework – Available – Ad‑Hoc at the discretion of the supervisor. Virtual – This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives – Not Authorized. EDRP Authorized – Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learning more: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Not Authorized. #J-18808-Ljbffr