nurse iii

Albany Medical Center

<div><div>Department/Unit:</div>
Renal Transplant Service<div></div><div>
Work Shift:</div>
Day (United States of America)<div></div><div>
Salary Range:</div>
$65,102.17 - $100,908.37<div></div>
Clinical Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery and coordination of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.<div></div><div>
Clinical Duties:</div><ul><li>
﻿﻿Assists the attending Transplant surgeons, house staff, and Transplant staff with the direct care of hospitalized patients and outpatients on a rotating basis with the other clinical care coordinators, including: facilitation of patient discharges and transplant teaching</li><li>
﻿﻿Attends once a week outpatient Transplant clinics: RN orders labs, performs injection teaching, coordination of care</li></ul><div>
Schedule appropriate non-invasive laboratory tests and participates in the interpretation of the results and the institution of appropriate therapy based off physician guidances</div><ul><li>
﻿﻿Schedules appropriate surgery and tests for patients</li><li>
﻿﻿Discharge Planning<br>
Reviews discharge instructions to hospitalized patients<br>
Works with hospital case manager and social worker regarding patient discharge needs</li><li>
﻿﻿Answers telephone inquiries from patients and/or visiting nurses after hospital discharge</li><li>
﻿﻿Education of health care workers and the public regarding organ transplantation</li><li>
﻿﻿Participates in teaching programs of the Abdominal Organ Transplant Program</li><li>
﻿﻿Additional responsibilities as needed.</li></ul><div>
Patient Care and Monitoring:</div><ul><li>
﻿﻿Monitor Transplant recipients after surgery for complications or rejection and report to Transplant<br>
Physician</li><li>
﻿﻿Review lab results and biopsy reports</li><li>
﻿﻿Assess patient symptoms and clinical status</li><li>
﻿﻿Coordinate follow-up visits and routine post-transplant evaluations</li></ul><div>
Medication Management:</div><ul><li>
﻿﻿Monitor drug levels</li><li>
﻿﻿Adjust medications based on provider orders</li><li>
﻿﻿Educate patient of medication changes and adherence</li></ul><div>
Provide Education and support to lifestyle changes, infection prevent, medication schedules, emotiona support, provide resources, and warning signs of complications inpatient and outpatient.</div><div></div><div>
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
</div><div></div><div>Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.</div><div></div><div>
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:</div><div>
Access to information is based on a &ldquo;need to know&rdquo; and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.</div></div>

Clinical Nurse III Post Transplant Coordinator

Colorado Department of Human Services

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Department Information</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><br>
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<div><b>This position is open to current Colorado residents only.</b></div><div>
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.<br>
<b>Part-time position available</b></div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!</i></b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Office of Adult, Aging and Disability Services</b><br>
<b>CO State Veterans Community Living Center at Rifle</b></div>
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The Colorado State Veterans Community Living Center at Rifle is located on Colorado's western slope in the scenic Colorado River valley. Rifle offers a mild climate, with plenty of clean mountain air and beautiful blue skies. Amidst this setting, the State Veterans Community Living Center at Rifle provides 89 beds of skilled nursing care, including an 18-bed Special Care Unit for residents with Alzheimer's Disease or related conditions. Serving veterans, their spouses, and eligible &quot;Gold Star&quot; parents, we are committed to caring for the whole person by addressing the personal and social needs of each resident, as well as their physical and medical requirements. All staff members of Rifle are committed to providing a life of quality and dignity for every resident. At the Colorado State Veterans Community Living Center at Rifle, our staff is known for showing love and compassion to our residents. Giving residents a hug, holding their hand, or sitting next to them on the arm of a chair are just a few of the ways we give care that comes from the heart.</div><div><b><br>
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CDHSCareers</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description of Job</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times.</div><div>
6:00 pm - 6:00 am - Thurs, Fri, Sat</div><div><i>
Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.</i></div><b><br>
Standard Assessment</b><ul><li>
Performs both admission and daily assessments during clinical stay, identifying critical stay, identifying critical incidents, emergencies, acute illnesses and behavior changes with RN oversight.</li><li>
Identifies and implements appropriate nursing interventions, treatment care plan and physician referrals.</li><li>
Documents current, accurate and pertinent information regarding care and treatment provided to individual residents.</li><li>
Indicates specific change in status, medications and physicians orders.</li><li>
Detects abnormality in resident&rsquo;s health status indicated by symptoms, vital signs and laboratory results and reports information to physician.</li><li>
This position is required to drive a State vehicle to do off-site pre-admission assessments, or take a resident to the doctor of hospital (if not taken by ambulance).</li><li>
Must have an RN co-sign admission assessments.</li></ul><b>
Regulatory Compliance</b><ul><li>
Directs and implements nursing care to residents by assuring compliance with accepted standards of nursing care, departmental and facility policies and procedures, and VA and State of Colorado regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Directs subordinates to assure these standards are met.</li><li>
Reviews and audits physician orders, MARS, CNA flow sheets, bathing schedules and BM sheets to determine compliance with policies and standards of care as part of a department quality assurance activity.</li></ul><b>
Medication and Treatment Administration</b><ul><li>
Competently administers medications to residents within scope of practice while observing the five rights of safe medication administration, resident rights, infection control standards, and appropriate nursing policies.</li><li>
Documents all medications given and justification for scheduled medications not given.</li><li>
Appropriately identifies changes in resident&rsquo;s conditions that need to be assessed by a registered nurse.</li></ul><b>
Other duties as assigned</b></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment &amp; Appeal Rights</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></div><div>
Current, valid licensure as an LPN from the Colorado Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)</div><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications:</b><ul><li><div><b>
Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards</b></div></li><li><div><b>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</b></div></li><li><div><b>
Ability to read and comprehend the English language</b></div></li><li><div><b>
Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing</b></div></li><li><div><b>
Ability to follow care plans</b></div></li></ul><b><br>
Conditions of Employment:</b><ul><li><b>
FULL BACKGROUND CHECK</b>: This position will have <b>direct contact</b> with vulnerable persons (as defined by C.R.S.27-90-111: <i>&quot;Direct contact&quot; means providing face-to-face care, training, supervision, counseling, consultation, or medication assistance to vulnerable persons, regardless of the level of supervision of the department employee. &quot;Direct contact&quot; may include positions in which persons have access to or unsupervised time with clients or patients, including but not limited to maintenance personnel, housekeeping staff, kitchen staff, and security personnel.)</i></li><li><b>
Full background checks include</b>:<ul><li>
CBI &amp; FBI fingerprint check, Colorado Court Database check, Medicare Fraud Database, TRAILS Database check.</li><li><div>
This position will also provide <b>direct care</b> to vulnerable adults requiring a CAPS check (as defined by C.R.S. 26-3.1-101, position provides services &amp; support care to at-risk/vulnerable adults including case management, clergy, physical or mental health services, safety or welfare services)</div></li></ul></li><li><div>
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.</div></li><li><div>
Motor Vehicle Check</div></li><li><div>
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver&rsquo;s License or a non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border</div></li><li><div>
Out-of-State Driver&rsquo;s License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver&rsquo;s License within 30 days of employment start date.</div></li><li>
Must complete and pass TBtestand any other vaccinations as required by the facility.</li><li><div>
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:</div></li><li><div>
Disclose that information on the application.</div></li><li><div>
Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.</div></li><li><div>
Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS</div></li></ul><b>
CDHS Selection Process Explanation</b><div>
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.</div><ul><li><div>
Preferred Qualifications &amp; Competencies:</div><ul><li><div>
Relevant years of state service experience.</div></li></ul></li></ul><b>
Minimum Qualification Screening Process</b><p>
A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use &quot;see resume&quot; or &quot;see attached.&quot;</p><div>
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.</div><b>
Comparative Analysis Process &ndash; Structured Application Review</b><p>
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from an eSkills Test.</p><b>
Your Work Experience/Job Duties</b><div>
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.</div><p>
If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.</p><b>
Supplemental Questions</b><p>
Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).</p><div><b>
Appeal Rights:</b></div><div>
You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.</div><ul><li><div>
You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.</div></li><li><div>
You can find the official appeal form here (Download PDF reader).</div></li><li><div>
You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:</div><ul><li><div>
By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or</div></li><li><div>
Postmarked in US Mail to (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or</div></li><li><div>
Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or</div></li><li><div>
Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department&rsquo;s action.</div></li></ul></li></ul><div>
Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:</div><ul><li><div>
At (303) 866-3300, or</div></li><li><div>
 Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.</div></li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>How to Apply</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
</b><b> </b><b>Need help with your application? Click here.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
The Assessment Process</b></div><div><b>
For additional recruiting questions, please contact: melissa.hamilton@state.co.us</b></div>
About Us &amp; Benefits<div>
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:</div><ul><li><div>
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans</div></li><li><div>
Medical and dental health plans</div></li><li><div>
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account</div></li><li><div>
Paid life insurance</div></li><li><div>
Short- and long-term disability coverage</div></li><li><div>
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave</div></li><li><div>
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center</div></li><li><div>
Employee Wellness program</div></li><li><div>
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more</div></li><li><div>
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions</div></li><li><ul><li>Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.</li></ul></li></ul><b>
Our Values</b><ul><li><div>
We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families, and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness, and access in every decision, policy, and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.</div></li><li><div>
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.</div></li><li><div>
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.</div></li><li><div>
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.</div></li><li><div>
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.</div></li><li><div>
Collaboration helps us rise together:<b> </b>We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.</div></li></ul>
ADA Accommodations<p>
CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.</p><div>
This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us.</div><p>
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer</p><p>
We are committed to increasing a &ldquo;Colorado for ALL&quot; of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a &ldquo;Colorado for ALL&rdquo; drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.</p>
Additional Support For Your Application<div>
Toll-Free Applicant Technical Support</div><div>
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application), call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.</div><p><b><br>
~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~</b></p><div></div><div><b><br>
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support</b></div><div>
Additional Support For Your Application</div><div>
Toll-Free Applicant Technical Support</div><div>
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application), call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE III - Rifle, CO

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2>
Cedars-Sinai has been ranked #1 hospital in CA! Come find out why!
<p>Enjoy the flexibility of being a float-pool nurse while growing your career at Cedars-Sinai.</p>
<p>
Do you want to be a part of something greater? To get exposure to many different clinical areas while making a positive impact on the lives of a diverse patient population? At Cedars-Sinai, you'll learn from dedicated healthcare professionals every single day and work in advanced technologically facilities to do something incredible for yourself and for others.</p>
<p><b>
Supporting multiple specialty units increases your nursing skills and increases your earnings.</b></p>
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It's a win-win-win &ndash; Cedars-Sinai acquires flexibility to satisfy patient load, you can earn more money, and our patients benefit from highly educated staff with interdisciplinary experience.</p>
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The work you will do every single day will touch others' lives. They will know you care in the quiet moments together and through your dedication to get the job done when things are busier. Your colleagues will feel your support when you laugh and learn together.</p>
<p><b>
Why work here?</b></p>
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Beyond an outstanding benefit package and competitive salaries, we take pride in hiring the best, most committed employees. Our staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a multifaceted, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.</p>
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As a Career Float Registered Nurse, you will achieve the remarkable</b></p>
<ul>
<li>You'll advocate. Making sure that the voice of each patient is heard and respected. Standing up for right-thinking, right action, and right practice for those we care for, their families, each other and for our institution.</li>
<li>You'll establish a global awareness. Viewing healthcare from both a macro and micro perspective, with an understanding of how the profession of nursing fits into the dynamic healthcare landscape.</li>
<li>You'll have courage - Purposefully acting on the strength of our convictions, advocating for our patients, our colleagues and ourselves in both clinical and administrative settings, even in difficult circumstances.</li>
<li>You will consider many perspectives. Valuing each person as an individual with different origins and different points of view &ndash; sharing the common goal of doing the right thing.</li>
<li>You'll foster the continuity and quality of care with the best interest of patients, their families and support networks in mind.</li>
<li>You will collaborate with coordinated health care teams. Serving as a consultant and resource for the teams you support.</li>
<li>You will demonstrate motivation, creativity and serve as a catalyst for effective changes within nursing at the unit, division, and organizational levels.</li>
<li>You will apply clinical knowledge regarding standard patterns of care to consolidate interventions for time and cost savings.</li>
<li>You will be an advocate for patient-centered care, patient rights and meeting customer's expectations.</li>
<li>You'll use the available resources to expand your skills, and knowledge in the service of patient care and personal growth.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus. See our website for details: </b><b>https://jobs.cedars-sinai.edu/employee-referrals</b></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2>
<div><b>Qualifications:</b>
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<div></div><div><b>Educational Requirements:</b>
</div><ul><li><div>Graduate of an accredited nursing program. BSN preferred.
</div></li></ul><div><b>License/Certification Requirements:</b>
</div><ul><li><div>California State RN License required
</div></li><li><div>American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required
</div></li><li><div>For RN III: Specialty certification is required (external applicants may obtain within 1 year of hire)
</div></li></ul><div><b>Experience Requirements:</b>
</div><ul><li><div>Minimum 3 years recent RN experience in specialty. Note: (minimum 2 year recent acute RN experience for RN II)
</div></li><li><div>Experience in two or more nursing specialty areas Adult Med/Surg/Tele/PCU, Adult ICU/PACU, Women&rsquo;s Services, NICU &amp; PICU, or Emergency Services)</div></li></ul></div>

Registered Nurse III - Float Pool - 12-Hour - Full Time - Days - (Premium Tier Pay)

University Health

<div><div><div><p><b>POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES</b><br>
Provides basic leadership skills for assigned patients, collaborates with other departments and begins process of proactive thinking when implementing the plan of care. Serves as mentor to the staff nurse and ancillary personnel; receives mentoring from Staff Nurse II and III; and Patient Care Coordinator.</p>
<p><b>EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE</b><br>
Minimum of one year experience required. Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required. BSN highly preferred.</p>
<p><b>LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION</b><br>
Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a registered nurse is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.</p></div></div></div>

Staff Nurse

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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  Summary
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 At the Nebraska-Western Iowa VA Health Care System - we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and services to our veterans. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team - ensuring the delivery of top-notch patient care and compliance with regulatory requirements. The MDS Registered Nurse will be responsible for the coordination and completion of the MDS assessments and related processes.
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  Qualifications
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 Basic Requirements:
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   English Language Proficiency
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   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
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   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)
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   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
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   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
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   (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6)
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   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
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   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)
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   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
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   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
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   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
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   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/12912431
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   Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies
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   An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required
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   Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex
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   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
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   Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning
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   Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations
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   An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2
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   OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2
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   OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience
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   OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience
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   Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
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   A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
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   OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
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   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
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   OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience
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   OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience
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   Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting
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   MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
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   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
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   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
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   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
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   *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees
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   Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
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   Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position
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   Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.
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   The MDS RN duties include - but are not limited to - the following: Responsible for coding the sections of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI)/MDS Assessment and the Care Area Assessments (CAAs) that are assigned to nursing - adhearing to current Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and Veterans Health Administration (VHA) timeframes of assessment completion
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   Responsible for reviewing - communicating and monitoring the resident's care plan in CLC Interdisciplinary Teams care plans meetings
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   Collaborates with CLC Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC) to educate CLC staff on completion of RAI/MDS process
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   Administers medications and procedures
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   Supports quality improvement activities based on CLC quality management data
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   Particiates in ongoing survey readiness activities
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   Preferred Experience: MDS Experience Quality Assurance Experience Process Improvement Experience 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-Friday
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   7:30 a.m
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   to 4:00 p.m
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   Different tour on occasion based on unit need
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   Telework: Not available
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   Virtual: This is not a virtual position
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   Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized
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   Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers
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   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
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   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
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   This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community
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   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.
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