This Registered Nurse (Traveling Veteran Coordinator) position is located in the Primary Care Services at the Leeds, MA location. This position is full-time at 40 hours per week.
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: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12727433. 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: 1-2 years clinical experience Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: All applicants must be physically able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. A pre-placement physical examination shall be completed prior to appointment.
A Traveling Veteran Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing the care of traveling Veterans, ensuring continuity and quality of care across different VA facilities. They serve as the primary point of contact for Veterans and their families, facilitating communication with healthcare teams and managing complex care coordination and case management. Include but not limited to: Key duties for a Nurse I: Proficient Practice and Planning: Demonstrates proficiency in practice through conscious and deliberate planning, and is self-directed in setting goals for managing complex client situations. Nursing Process Management: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age-specific components. Care Coordination: Assumes responsibility for coordinating care for traveling Veterans, whether they are moving into or out of the local catchment area, focusing on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Policy Adherence: Follows established policies and guidelines to ensure proper procedures are maintained. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Competence in Practice and Decision-Making: Demonstrates competence in practice, deliberate planning, and critical thinking skills. Primary Point of Contact: Serves as the primary point of contact for Veterans and their families or caregivers, ensuring clear communication with the healthcare team. Key duties for a Nurse II: Nursing Process Management: Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process, including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care based on age-specific components. Care Coordination: Assumes responsibility for coordinating care for traveling Veterans, whether they are moving into or out of the local catchment area. This includes patient education, self-management, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Policy Adherence: Follows established policies and guidelines to ensure proper procedures are maintained. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Quality Improvement: Actively participates in unit/program level quality improvement processes and initiatives, as well as customer service programs. Proficient Practice and Decision-Making: Demonstrates proficient practice, deliberate planning, and critical thinking skills. Primary Point of Contact: Serves as the primary point of contact for Veterans and their families or caregivers, ensuring clear communication with the healthcare team. Consult and Care Management: Manages consults, care management, and coordination of benefits for Veterans requiring complex care coordination or specialized case management services. Key duties for a Nurse III: Nursing Process Management: Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process, including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care based on age-specific components. Care Coordination: Assumes responsibility for coordinating care for traveling Veterans, whether they are moving into or out of the local catchment area. This includes patient education, self-management, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Policy Adherence: Follows established policies and guidelines to ensure proper procedures are maintained. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Quality Improvement: Actively participates in unit/program level quality improvement processes and initiatives, as well as customer service programs. Leadership and Decision-Making: Demonstrates expert practice, deliberate planning, and critical thinking skills. Leads complex care coordination and case management efforts. Primary Point of Contact: Serves as the primary point of contact for Veterans and their families or caregivers, ensuring clear communication with the healthcare team. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 08:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized 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 VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards