Registered Nurse Intermittent - Mental Health
Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Location: Grand Island
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Summary This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain
open until July 15, 2022 or until the position has been filled.
Applications will be reviewed and sent to the hiring manager on a
biweekly basis. The RN is responsible for the delivery of
fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned mental health
patients while developing technical competencies. They understand
professional practice standards and principles and applies these
concepts into mental health practice. Responsibilities VA offers a
comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards The
position is temporary intermittent not to exceed 1- year.
Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process
when providing and/or supervising direct patient care. Major duties
include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the delivery of
fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned mental health
patients while developing technical competencies. Assesses, plans,
implements and evaluates care based on age-specific components.
Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on
patient transition through the continuum of care, patient and
family education, patient self-management after discharge, and
supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction. Considers all
characteristics of the individual, including age and life stages,
state of health, race and culture, values, and previous
experiences. Administers medications and procedures per established
policies and guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating
with members of the interdisciplinary team. Core elements of
performance include knowledge of unit/program level quality
improvement processes and initiatives as well as customer service
programs. Possess the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary
to effectively apply all aspects of the nursing process within a
collaborative, interdisciplinary mental health practice setting.
Work Schedule: Intermittent on an as needed basis not to exceed 80
hours bi-weekly. Will work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Financial Disclosure
Report: Not required The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates
for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers.
This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people
to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives
to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System
of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements,
seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This
is done in the context of healing relationships and healing
environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This
aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission
Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional
health care that improves their health and well-being. Requirements
Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for this
position, applicants must meet all requirements by the date of
hire. 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. Graduate of a school of
professional nursing approved by the appropriate State-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). 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 as a graduate professional
nurse in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of
the United States, or the District of Columbia. Note: New graduates
will be considered for the position if education and licensure are
obtained prior to the hire date. Preferred Experience, Skills, and
Education: Flexibility in schedule and assignments for a 24/7
facility. BSN 1-2 years of Mental Health experience Poised and
articulate in communicating with individuals of varied education
and ethnic backgrounds. Cooperative team member Self-motivated
Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in
determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate,
the level within a grade: Nurse I Level I - An Associate Degree
(ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with no additional nursing
practice/experience required. Nurse I Level II - An ADN or Diploma
in Nursing and approximately 1 year of nursing practice/experience;
OR an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a bachelor's degree in a
related field with no additional nursing practice/experience; OR a
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional nursing
practice/experience. Nurse I Level III - An ADN or Diploma in
Nursing and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience;
OR an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in a
related field and approximately 1-2 years of nursing
practice/experience; OR a BSN with approximately 1-2 years of
nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN)
or related field with a BSN and no additional nursing
practice/experience. Nurse II - A BSN with approximately 2-3 years
of nursing practice/experience; OR ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a
Bachelor's degree in a related field and approximately 2-3 year's
of nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing or
related field with a BSN and approximately 1-2 year's of nursing
practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree in nursing or meets basic
requirements for appointment and has doctoral degree in a related
field with no additional nursing practice/experience required.
Nurse III - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN
and approximately 2-3 year's of nursing practice/experience; OR a
Doctoral degree and approximately 2-3 year's of nursing
practice/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: The population of male and female veterans served
ranges from the adult, age 18, to the elderly adult, age 65 and
over. The VA Medical Center is a major interdisciplinary teaching
facility, serving medical, surgical, and mental health inpatients
and outpatients. 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. Must be
able to lift at least 45 pounds. 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. Lifting up to 35
pounds for 8-12 hours, intermittently, moderate carrying (15-35
pounds) for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, lifting over 35 pounds
with assistive devices in accordance with the Safe Patient Handling
Policy except in emergent situations requiring prompt patient care,
pulling for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, pushing for 8-12 hours,
intermittently, reaching above the shoulders for 8-12 hours,
intermittently, both hands required, walking 8-12 hours,
intermittently, standing 8-12 hours intermittently, kneeling 8 to
12 hours, intermittently, repeated bending for 8-12 hours,
intermittently, climbing and use of both legs and arms for 8-12
hours, intermittently, both legs required, near vision at 13 to 16"
Jaeger 1 to 4, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to
20/40 in the other eye, ability to distinguish basic colors,
hearing aid permitted, twisting, simply grasp and fine
manipulation. 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 Testing
Designated Position: 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
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