Nurse Practitioner

Summary

The Nurse Practitioner has leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others. They have the ability to manage complex patient situations. They are responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care at Eureka Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC).

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

03/18/2024 to 03/26/2024

• Salary

$152,371 - $220,886 per year

• Pay scale & grade

VN 2 - 3

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

• Eureka, CA 1 vacancy

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• 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-12354853-24-AR

• Control number

782159500

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This job is open to

• Federal employees

• Excepted service

Current excepted service federal employees.

• Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of this agency.

• The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent Department of Veteran Affairs employees, current permanent Federal employees of other agencies and all US Citizens.

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Duties

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 appointment. 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.

EDRP Authorized: Contact susan.bringel@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Identifies physiological, psychological, social and environmental variable affecting the functional status of the older adult and palliative care patient. Identifies current coping mechanisms an support systems and their effectiveness.

• Identifies current level of knowledge and skill of patient/significant other(s) in management of health care.

• Identifies needs for possible discharge planning and appropriate referrals.

• Documents on approved VA forms/computer programs

• Determines nursing and medical diagnoses based on analysis of assessment data.

• Plans interventions which promote health.

• Develops teaching plans based on assessment of individual needs.

• Plans alternative interventions for medicine/surgical patients with unique needs.

• Initiates patient care conferences with staff.

• Assures implementation of the plan of care.

• Maintains a high standard of practice in giving direct care to patients with complex needs.

• Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds.

• Assists staff as needed in providing care for identified patients and families.

• Provides individualized instruction or directs nursing staff in teaching specific content/skill to geriatric patients/significant others.

• Anticipates possible discharge needs and assists patient/significant others and multidisciplinary teach in achieving goals for discharge.

• Prepares professional clinical documentation of patient care.

• Evaluates services rendered and the patient's response to the plan of care.

• Mutually, with professional colleagues, monitors the patient response and makes needed revisions.

• Provides professional leadership regarding nursing standards and services.

• Participates in established continuing improvement per medicine/surgical policies.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Work Schedule: 8:30am-4:30pm varies on patient care needs

Telework: Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required.

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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

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.

• Education. A post-master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner (NP). (NOTE: the post-master's certificate is formal education awarded from an acceptable school of professional nursing and is not considered board certification). Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time I completed the program: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) OR the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); OR 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.

• License. All NPs must possess and maintain an active, current, full and unrestricted license to practice as a NP in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Prescriptive privileges (Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number) with a current DEA Licensure from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration for scheduled II-V controlled substances with demonstration of meeting State Board of Nursing requirements to prescribe controlled substances.

• Basic Certification: All NPs must maintain full and current board certification in an area of clinical specialty from one of the following:

• The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC); OR

• 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.

Basic certification as a nurse practitioner is a condition of employment and qualifying factor for the specific assignment. NPs are credentialed and privileged to provide care based upon scope of practice, formal graduate nursing educational preparation, certification and patient population. It is the focus of care based on patient care needs, not the care setting, that defines the provider's scope of practice and basic certification required.

NOTE: Grandfathering Provision. All persons employed in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) in this occupational series and NP assignment that are also 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.

Grade Determination. In addition to the basic qualification requirements, the grade level of an NP is based on a combination of education and experience. Beyond the minimum education requirements, grade determination for appointment, advancement and promotion will be based on the following specific requirement for an NP. The level of practice at which an NP may perform is based upon a combination of many factors. Beyond the minimum educational requirements, grade determination, upon appointment and advancement, is dependent upon aspects such as continued professional development (formal and/or informal education), clinical performance, judgment, outcomes (at the service level and beyond), leadership and interpersonal skills that influence, inspire and motivate others within their program/service or beyond. As the NP acquires the knowledge, skills and judgment that accrues with experience, the privilege of increased authority for patient care and service in administrative roles is expanded as applicable. Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse Practitioner II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others. A post-master's certificate OR master's OR doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner. Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for NPs; no experience is required. Nurse Practitioner III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care. A post-master's certificate OR master's OR doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner AND One year of specialized NP experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level.

Salary for this position ranges dependent upon applicant qualifications

Grade 2: $152,371-$202,652 annually

Grade 3: $166,084-$220,886 annually

Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-6a Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) 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. Mechanical inpatient lifts are provided. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations, operative/invasive procedures, or home settings. 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. The incumbent who provides care in home settings or other off-site locations may be required to drive and/or ride in GSA-vehicles.

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: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

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 1193.01, 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.

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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

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