This job opportunity is for a Women's Health (WH) Infertility and Interdisciplinary Care Coordinator Registered Nurse (RN) position at the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center located at HJ Heinz. This RN position is an integral part of the women's health team, will navigate fertility services for male and female Veterans, and will demonstrate leadership in delivering and improving WH care through collaborative interdisciplinary strategies with an emphasis on cardiovascular risk in women.
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/12730309. 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: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting up to (35 pounds); heavy carrying up to (35 pounds); straight pulling (2-4 hours); pushing (2-4 hours); reaching above shoulders (1-2 hours); use of fingers; both hands required; walking (4-6 hours); standing (4-6 hours); repeated bending (2-4 hours); both legs required; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other; both eyes required; ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color; hear (aid permitted); mental and emotional stability.
The Women's Health Fertility and Interdisciplinary Care Coordinator leads the coordination of fertility care for Veterans. The functions/Duties of the Women's Health Infertility and Interdisciplinary Care Coordinator RN include but are not limited to: Ensures compliance of VHA Services for Women Veterans and fertility services outlined in VHA Directive 1330.01, Healthcare Services for Women Veterans, VHA Directive 1332 Fertility Management, and VHA Directive 1334, In Vitro Fertilization Counseling and Services to Certain Eligible Veterans and their Spouses. Functions as a coordinator/navigator and liaison for planning, directing, and coordinating care for male and female Veterans with infertility outlined in the Office of Women's Health/Office of Integrated Veteran Care Fertility Guidebook. Effectively communicates with Veterans and/or lawful spouses about fertility eligibility and services and documents previous fertility care. Works closely with Primary Care, Gynecology, and Urology team to effectively coordinate fertility services. Works with the Office of Community Care to collaborate on referrals for care in the community and ensuring consults are renewed in a timely manner. Ensures fertility consults are appropriately placed in the medical record. Ensures effective communication of care between the VA and infertility providers in the community. Triages telephone calls, secure messaging, and offers same-day appointments as appropriate. Leads and directs Facility led Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in reviewing all fertility consults for eligibility and approval in a timely manner appropriate to the circumstance of each patient. Monitors the provision of services including: Tracking cryopreservation utilization, including number and location of specimens per beneficiary and time limits. Intrauterine Insemination and IVF attempts/cycle time limits. Participates in VISN 4 Fertility Point of Contact and National Fertility IDT Office Hours virtual monthly meetings. Ongoing review of primary care EQM metrics and develop actions plans for identified comparisons by birth sex category metrics that are >5%. Review outliers for hypertension and other cardiovascular health metrics to identify appropriate patients for WH Cardiovascular Risk Assessment and Management Clinic and navigate and track provision of care. Participate in WH Cardiovascular Interdisciplinary Team. Lead facility Go Red Campaign Other interdisciplinary projects as identified through gaps in women's healthcare. Participates in quality improvement programs and initiatives including system redesign, to improve access, quality, efficiency, and patient satisfaction. Serves on the Women Veterans Health, WH Team Meeting, and participates in EOC rounds as needed. Participation in focus groups outreach events as needed. Facilitates, coordinates, and participates in reproductive healthcare in accordance Final Rule AR57. Provides cross-coverage for Maternity Care RN Coordinator, Mammogram RN Coordination, and Gynecology/Cervical Screening RN Care Coordinator including Gynecology clinic coverage. Preferred Experience: Two years of Acute Care, Emergency Department, Case Management, Urgent Care or any other Ambulatory Experience. Two years of experience with data analysis, performance improvement and implementing evidence-based changes. Proficient in software such as excel, WORD, and other programs, can successfully build relationships to improve patient outcomes, has understanding of case management and care coordination skills, and has effective communication skills. Experience in women's health and infertility. 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 Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Work Schedule: Full Time. Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.