- The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC);
* The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB); or
* Other nationally recognized certifying body in the area in which the Nurse Practitioner is academically prepared.
* The required basic certification as a Nurse Practitioner must be identified in support of any position being established or filled as an APN (NP). An approved list of NP/APN certifications may be found on the Office of Nursing site at the Office of Nursing Services. Basic certification as a nurse practitioner is a condition of employment and qualifying factor for the specific assignment.
* Grandfathering Provision. All persons employed in VHA in this occupational series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it are subject to the provisions set forth in VA Handbook 5005, Part II, G6.
Preferred Experience and Certifications:
* Prescriptive Privileges (Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number with DEA Licensure): Current DEA number from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration for Schedule II-V controlled substances with demonstration of meeting California State Board of Nursing requirements to prescribe controlled substances.
* Full and current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or another nationally recognized certifying body
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) provider card by American Heart Association
* At least one (1) year RNP experience in Spinal Cord Injury and Disorders in an inpatient or outpatient setting
* At least one (1) year professional RNP experience
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: This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending, pulling, and pushing. Transferring patients and objects may be required. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures. The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment.
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
Annual leave shall accrue for full-time Nurses, and Nurse Anesthetists at the rate of 8 hours for each full biweekly pay period.
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.
Read more
* Benefits
Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application, resume, C.V., and/or other 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 four dimensions of nursing: Practice, Professional Development, Collaboration and Scientific Inquiry. 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' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference. -
Nurse Practitioner
1 week ago
MRG Exams Reno, United States Full timeWe are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focu ...
-
Nurse Practitioner- Reno, NV
2 weeks ago
MRG Exams Reno, United States Full timeWe are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focu ...
-
Nurse Practitioner- Reno, NV
1 week ago
MRG Exams Reno, United States Full timeWe are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focu ...
-
Nurse Practitioner- Reno, NV
1 week ago
MRG Exams Sparks, United States Full timeWe are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focu ...
-
Nurse Practitioner-Carson City, NV
2 weeks ago
MRG Exams Washoe Valley, United States Full timeWe are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focu ...
-
Nurse Practitioner-Carson City, NV
1 week ago
MRG Exams Washoe Valley, United States Full timeWe are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focu ...
-
nurse practitioner
2 weeks ago
Pine Park Health Reno, NV , USA, United StatesAt Pine Park Health of Reno, we're expanding our model for caring for seniors that provides high-quality, comprehensive in-home healthcare services to seniors all across Northern Nevada. From private residences and assisted living facilities, our team of nurses, physicians, advan ...
-
Nurse Practitioner
3 weeks ago
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Reno, United StatesSummary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appoint ...
-
nurse practitioner
2 weeks ago
Department of Veterans Affairs Reno, NV , USA, United StatesSummary · This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appoi ...
-
Nurse Practitioner
6 days ago
Plumas District Hospital Reno, NV, US, United StatesNature and Scope: · The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) may be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The APP is responsible for the assessment, medical case management, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and referral of clinic patients seen at the North Fork Office, Quincy ...
-
Nurse Practitioner
2 weeks ago
Plumas District Hospital Reno, NV, United States Full timeNature and Scope: Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) may be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The APP is responsible for the assessment, medical ...
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 week ago
Provider Healthcare Reno, United States Full timeJob Type – Full Time · Schedule - Days · Pay – Negotiable · Patients Per Day – 18-20 · EMR System - Proprietary · Work Location – Outpatient, All Ages · Job ID – 50373 · Job Description · A Reno based client is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care s ...
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 day ago
NaphCare, Inc Reno, United StatesHave you ever wanted to work somewhere where you can fully use all the skills you learned and see different types of patients every day? Where your work is valued, you are in a safe and secure place, and most of the patients are very appreciative of your care? · NaphCare is hiri ...
-
Nurse Practitioner
2 weeks ago
Plumas District Hospital Reno, NV, United States Full timeNature and Scope: The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) may be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The APP is responsible for the assessment, medical case management, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and referral of clinic patients seen at the North Fork Office, Quincy O ...
-
Nurse Practitioner at
1 week ago
FE Reno Reno, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionWhy You Should Check Out HIREHEALTH at FINGERPRINTING EXPRESS? · Flexible scheduling. · Fingerprinting Express's Culture To Care provides an inclusive, safe, and positive work environment. · FE is Nevada's largest Livescan Fingerprint Background C ...
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 week ago
NaphCare, Inc Reno, NV, United States Full timeWhere your work is valued, you are in a safe and secure place, and most of the patients are very appreciative of your care? · NaphCare is a family owned, medical technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for o ...
-
Hospice Nurse Practitioner
1 week ago
Eden Health Reno, NV, United StatesEden Health is hiring a Nurse Practitioner who will work autonomously but in collaboration with Physicians to provide primary medical care to patients with chronic or life limiting illnesses that require Palliative or Hospice care interventions. · The Nurse Practitioner will be r ...
-
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
6 days ago
NaphCare Reno, NV, United StatesOverview · NaphCare is hiring a strong Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team at the Washoe County Jail located in Reno, NV. · NaphCare is a family owned, medical technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities acros ...
-
psychiatric nurse practitioner
1 week ago
NaphCare Reno, NV , USA, United StatesNaphCare is hiring a strong Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner just like you to join our team at the Washoe County Jail located in Reno, NV. · NaphCare is a family owned, medical technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the ...
-
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
1 day ago
NaphCare, Inc Reno, United StatesAs a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP), have you ever wanted to work somewhere where you can fully use all the skills you learned and see different types of patients every day? Where your work is valued, you are in a safe and secure place, and most of the patients are ver ...
nurse practitioner - Reno, NV , USA, United States - Department of Veterans Affairs
Description
SummaryThis position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
Learn more about this agency
Help
Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
04/29/2024 to 05/06/2024
* Salary
$135,056 - $195,785 per year
* Pay scale & grade
VN 00
* Help
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Reno, NV 1 vacancy
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent -
* Work schedule
Full-time -
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
None
* Job family (Series)
0610 Nurse
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Not Required
* Drug test
Yes
* Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
* Trust determination process
Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness
* Announcement number
CBSW TJ
* Control number
Help
This job is open to
* Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency
Internal to VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System (facility) employees.
Videos
Help
Duties
This is a dual position:
While acting as a PMHNP (50%):
The PMHNP is licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who provides evidence-based care for population of patients.
While acting as a PD:
The PD functions independently and is responsible for leading the residency program in achieving its mission, goals, and expected outcomes. The PD assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the program based on established policies and guidelines consistent with the program mission, goals, and expected outcomes.
The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) II Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) practices in Mental Health to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness, and the advanced of the Veteran Affairs (VA) Mission. The PMHNP provides advanced clinical practice, consultation, and management.
As a PMH Nurse Practitioner Residency (NPR) Program Director (PD) (hereafter referred to as simply PD:
The incumbant is an expert clinician who is clinically academically qualified to provide leadership necessary for residency program development and implementation including curriculum development and program evaluation components.
Major duties include but not limited too:
* Uses advanced clinical judgment to independently provide evidence-based treatment to Veterans with acute or chronic mental illness including use of psychotropic medications, psychotherapy, and other modalities.
* Provides patient and family education on medical/MH conditions, preventive measures, and prescribed treatments.
* Demonstrates leadership and engages in collaboration with other MH and specialty care professionals while involving Veterans and their families (as appropriate), in treatment plan development.
* Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
* Counsels and treats patients with substance use disorders.
* Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies.
* Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services.
* Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards
Work Schedule: Tour to be based off organizational needs;
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.
Help
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
* You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. 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.
* Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
* 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
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
* United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
* English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
* A post-master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner approved 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). 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. In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of current, full, active and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing. OR The completion of coursework equivalent to a nursing degree in a MSN Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration constitutes the completion of an approved course of study of professional nursing. Students should submit the certificate of professional nursing to sit for the NCLEX to the VA along with a copy of the MSN transcript. (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.
* Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration to practice as a NP in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
* Current, full, and active board certification in an area of clinical specialty from one of the following:
*