registered nurse - Palo Alto, CA , USA, United States - Department of Veterans Affairs

    Department of Veterans Affairs
    Department of Veterans Affairs Palo Alto, CA , USA, United States

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    Summary


    The Falls Prevention Program is based on national standards, evidenced-based practice, and outcomes research in accordance with the scope of practice.

    Primary responsibilities for this position include systematic evaluation of current practice, development, coordination, and management of the Falls Prevention Program throughout the facility.

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    Overview


    • Accepting applications
    • Open & closing dates
    04/09/2024 to 04/24/2024


    • Salary
    $149,816 - $221,900 per year


    • Pay scale & grade
    VN 00


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    Location

    1 vacancy in the following location:

    • Palo Alto, CA 1 vacancy
    • Remote job
    No


    • Telework eligible
    No


    • Travel Required
    Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.


    • Relocation expenses reimbursed
    No


    • Appointment type
    Permanent -* Work schedule

    Full-time -* Service

    Excepted


    • Promotion potential
    00


    • Job family (Series)
    0610 Nurse


    • Supervisory status
    No


    • Security clearance
    Other


    • Drug test
    Yes


    • Position sensitivity and risk
    Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk


    • Trust determination process
    Credentialing

    Suitability/Fitness


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    CBSW BP

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    This job is open to


    • Federal employees - Excepted service
    Current excepted service federal employees.


    • The public
    U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.


    • Veterans
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    Duties

    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:
    Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm


    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

    The Registered Nurse - Falls Prevention Program Manager serves as a consultant for problem resolution across service/discipline lines.

    The RN - FPPM maintains flexibility with a high degree of interpersonal skills, effective communication, leadership, motivation, self-direction, and ongoing evaluation of activities.

    Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


    • Utilizes the nursing process in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of quality and safe care of Veterans evidenced by comprehensive management of patient safety standards and best practices.
    • Follows procedures per established policies and guidelines.
    • Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
    • Focuses on individual growth and development of a Falls Prevention Program in practice with increased levels of self-direction and responsiveness.
    • Brings Falls Prevention principles and theory with application of critical thinking skills and implementation ability.
    • Responsible for producing and disseminating an evidenced-based, cost-effective Fall Prevention Program based upon the patient population.
    • Makes fall prevention equipment and supply recommendations.
    • Coaches unit managers and their staff on fall prevention strategies.
    • Establishes and maintains a facility Fall Prevention policy and fall clinical practice guidelines based on evidence.
    • Develops falls prevention education, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
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    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment


    • U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
    • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment 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 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.


    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.


    Preferred Experience:

    • Current Basic Life Support provider card required (issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network (MTN).
    • Current Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support instructor card preferred (issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network (MTN).
    • MS/Nursing Education or MSN/Education; Masters degree in health-related field
    • Three to five years of recent clinical direct patient care experience.
    • Three to five years of recent experience with falls as direct care staff and/or program owner.
    • Demonstrated teaching and clinical leadership ability in the development of creative educational programs, research, performance improvement and staff development
    • A thorough understanding of adult learning principles and learning methodologies. The ability to employ strategies and techniques that promote a positive learning and practice environment.
    • Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist Certification preferred
    • Demonstrated proficiency in computer technology and common software programs (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.) and other electronic data and documentation programs.
    • Experience with preceptor and mentoring techniques and familiarity with online learning applications and simulation technology.
    • Demonstrated experience in program and project development, management and coordination.

    Reference:
    VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-6 Nurse Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.

    Physical Requirements:

    The Falls Prevention Program Manager is required to meet the physical standards as outlined in VA Directive and VA Handbook 5019.

    Education

    Note:

    Only education or degrees recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) may be used to qualify for nursing positions.

    The approving official may authorize a waiver of the requirement for ACEN or CCNE accreditation of any degree in nursing provided the college or university has regional accreditation from an accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education at the time of the candidate's graduation and the composite qualifications of the applicant warrant such consideration.

    You can verify your education here if it was not accredited by ACEN or CCNE at the time of graduation:
    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.

    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.

    VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.

    The health-related positions in VA are 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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    Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

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    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.


    NOTE:

    Candidate's education, scope, and length of nursing practice (experience) will be considered in determining the grade and salary of the applicant selected.

    The recommended salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.


    Experience as an RN will be evaluated to determine if the experience is of an acceptable level of quality with regard to the following five dimensions of nursing: Practice, Veteran/Patient Driven Care, Leadership, Professional Development, and Evidence/Based Practice/Research.

    Each dimension of practice has criteria that demonstrate essential core competencies for VHA Nursing Personnel.


    Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

    Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

    You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.


    The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.


    It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.


    Veterans and Transitioning Service Members:

    Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.