- 7403(f), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
- 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)
- Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT)
- PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years of Mental Health experience including Care Coordination experience Working knowledge of psychiatric medications Experience collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams both within and outside of Mental Health
- Strong mental and physical health assessment skills
- Experience completing measurement-based MH assessments to include PHQ-9, GAD-7, Insomnia Severity Index and suicide risk assessments
- 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 *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
- This can be found in the local Human Resources Office
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Registered Nurse - Amarillo, United States - Veterans Health Administration
Description
Summary
The VA Amarillo Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse - Domiciliary to become part of the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Team at the VA Amarillo Health Care System in Amarillo, TX.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
English Language Proficiency:
In accordance with 38 U.S.C
Education:
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
License:
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
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
Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-6 Nurse Qualification Standard
Physical Requirements:
Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over; Pushing (1 hour); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (1-2 hours); Standing (1-2 hours); Repeated bending (1-2 hours); Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Ability to distinguish shades of colors; Hearing (aid may be permitted); Mental and emotional stability.
Duties
"Provides nursing care to patients who present with the full range of Diagnostic Statistical Manual-IV (DSM-IV) mental disorders.Develops care plans guided by patients' needs and preferences, educating patients and their families at discharge, facilitate continuity of care for patients across settings and among providers, responsible for improving patient care quality, satisfaction, and the effective and efficient use of health care resources.
Possesses the knowledge and skills to effectively apply all aspects of the nursing process and care management principles within a collaborative, interdisciplinary practice setting.
Understands changes associated with aging and principles of growth and development relevant to the adult and geriatric population.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- and population specific components.
Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient and family education, patient self-management education, medication compliance/education, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction.
Considers all characteristics of the individual, including age and life stages, state of health, race, culture, values, and previous experiences.
Administers medications per established policies and guidelines.Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team and meets the need of medical services to include assessments and treatment planning for Veterans within the domiciliary.
Attends IDT meetings to provide valuable input from a nursing perspective to enhance the care of the Veteran.Work Schedule:
Rotating Shift.
Includes weekends, nights, and holidays.
Telework:
Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required
Bargaining Unit Status:
This position is part of the bargaining unit.
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"
