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    Registered Nurse - Gainesville, United States - Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

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    Summary The Malcom Randall VAMC is recruiting for Licensed Registered Nurse. The Registered Nurse will function within Nursing Acute Care.

    The Direct and In-Direct Care Staff Nurse is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care This is an open continuous announcement.

    Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available.

    Responsibilities The Medicine Units specializes in the medical care of an array of patients including, but not limited to, patients with neurological, pulmonary, endocrine, hematologic and cardiac disorders.

    We also serve as an Epilepsy Center of Excellence as well as provide oncology services including chemotherapy administration. All Medical Units are equipped with telemetry monitoring capability.

    Experience with patient assessment and communication, IV therapy including continuous medication infusions, use of central lines and telemetry is preferred.

    Effective use of computerized medication administration and documentation is required.

    The Nursing Service department encourages individual and team accountability and shared decision-making while applying current JC standards using Evidenced Based practice.

    Assesses patient's Biopsychosocial needs Formulates a plan of care based on nursing and healthcare team assessments Provides nursing care to meet patient's needs Evaluates patient status and response to care.

    Recognizes actual or potential changes in patients' condition and response to treatment, initiating appropriate action and revising the care plan accordingly.

    Evaluates patient status and response to care.

    Recognizes actual or potential changes in patients' condition and response to treatment, initiating appropriate action and revising the care plan accordingly.

    Initiates effective, appropriate, and safe actions in emergencies. Recognizes medical/psychiatric emergencies and initiates and guides others in the implementation of appropriate and timely actions. Treats customers in a courteous and helpful manner that indicates dignity and respect.

    Ensures that, within the scope of duties, confidential information is at all times safeguarded
    VAoffers 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
    VAInsurance: 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: 12 hour shifts in 24/7 environment To be discussed during the interview Relocation/

    Recruitment Incentives:
    May be authorized for highly qualified individuals

    Financial Disclosure Report:
    Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment One year of satisfactory acute care experience as an RN is required.

    Experience is preferred in the following areas:
    medical/surgical units, cardiac, renal, urology, pulmonary, hematology/oncology, neurology and endocrinology. Bachelors in Nursing preferred.

    Medical/ Surgical certification or specialty certification preferred Demonstrates dependability and flexibility Demonstrates a strong ability to function independently Experienced working with an Interdisciplinary Team Demonstrates excellent communication skills U.S.

    Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with
    VAPolicy.

    All applicants tentatively selected for
    VAemployment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.

    Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination.

    Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

    Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP)
    • See "Additional Information" below for details.

    Qualifications Basic Requirements:
    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
    VAHandbook 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
    VAsuch 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 *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:

    VARegulations, specifically
    VAHandbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-6 Nurse Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.


    Physical Requirements:
    This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity.

    This position requires long periods of continued standing (1-3 hours), stooping, sitting, bending; pulling and pushing up to 50 lbs.

    Ability to wear protective attire (lead aprons and eye ware). Transferring patients and objects may be required. Mechanical inpatient lifts are provided.


    Education IMPORTANT:
    A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education


    Note:
    Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.

    You can verify your education here:
    If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education


    For further information, visit:
    Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
    VAencourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in
    VAare covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. Pursuant to VHA Directive , VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

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