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The Nursing and Patient Care Service Line has a vacancy for a Nurse Senior Leadership IV.
Learn more about this agency11/26/2024 to 12/05/2024
$185,283 - $221,900 per year
VN 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
4
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No
CBTB-12622859-25-SD
821121600
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Current federal employees of this agency.
1. First area of consideration are current, permanent employees of Atlanta Veterans Health Administration. 2. Second area of consideration are current, permanent employees of VISN 7. 3. Third area of consideration are current, permanent VHA employees nationwide. 4. Fourth area of consideration is the public, US Citizens (non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens).
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Executes leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross service and/or discipline lines, influence organizational mission and health care, and responsibility for outcomes. The Nurse IV is responsible for administrative functions of their assigned nursing units/programs. Functions as an administrator, educator, and consultant utilizing management theory in collaboration with Nursing/Patient Care Services and other services. Must establish and maintain effective relationships with all levels of medical center personnel and relate effectively with customers, families, and the community as well as program and service leaders at the local and network levels. Key relationships with staff are needed to (1) Assist nurse managers and advanced practitioners to carry out the functions and activities expected of them, (2) Contribute ideas and recommendations for the establishment of standards of care, policies, and objectives for the enhancement of nursing organization-wide, (3) Assist in policy-making activities as related to customer service and the overall functioning of administrative and clinical programs, and (4) Collaborate with other health care staff to establish and maintain programs that cross service and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and health care. The population of male and female Veterans served ranges from the adult, age 18, to the elderly adult, age 65 and over. The Atlanta VAHCS is an interdisciplinary teaching facility providing care for a large Veteran population with multiple medical and/or mental health co-morbidities.
Below are the approved Nurse IV positions:
- Chief Nurse for Acute Care Services
- Chief Nurse for Geriatrics and Extended Care
- Chief Nurse for Medical Specialty Care Services
- Chief Nurse for Primary Care Services (2 positions)
- Chief Nurse for Perioperative & Surgical
- Chief Nurse for Mental Health Services
- Chief Nurse for Nursing Education
- Chief Nurse for Nursing Operations
- Chief Nurse for Call Center
- Chief Nurse for Sterile Processing Services
- Chief Nurse for Emergency Department
3. FUNCTIONS:
The incumbent will be responsible to the Deputy Associate Director for Nursing/Patient Care Services and Service Line Manager or Service Line Designee, as appropriate for practice area. Refer to the Organizational Chart for the supervisory chain of command. The Chief Nurses report directly to the Atlanta VAHCS Associate Director of Patient Care Services (ADPCS) for nursing practice and administrative issues.
The Chief Nurses are responsible for assuring fulfillment of nursing, Atlanta VAHCS, and VISN Mission, Vision and Values and for establishing productive working relationships with other administrative services, professional discipline consultants, and community agencies and organizations. As a member of the Nursing leadership team, the Chief Nurses participate in assessing the environment, forecasting trends, transmitting ideas and values, developing and implementing policies, initiating programs, systems, and managing resources. In addition, the incumbent is accountable for all issues that affect nursing practice, such as credentials, functional statements, job descriptions, standards of practice and performance. The Chief Nurses provide active participation in the achievement of Nursing Strategic Goals. The incumbent may also participate in the Atlanta VAHCS Nurse Practice/Protocol Councils and may serve as chairperson of various Atlanta VAHCS committees. The incumbent will be responsible for interpreting and assuring fulfillment of VHA, VISN, and Atlanta VAHCS mission, goals, values and performance standards to nursing staff. As the Chief Nurse, the incumbent is responsible for the provision of high-quality customer-focused, cost effective patient care. The incumbent is responsible for establishing productive working relationships with the staff in all disciplines across clinical centers.
The Chief Nurse of nursing education is responsible for the overall design and execution of nursing education throughout the Atlanta VA Healthcare system, including maintaining and expanding all nursing institution affiliations and nursing accredited programs.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (subject to change based on agency needs)
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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/.
c. Grade Determinations.
| Education | Experience | Dimension Requirements |
| Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN or bachelor's degree in a related field. [If MSN obtained in a Bridge Program, no BSN required.] (OR) Doctoral degree in nursing or related field |
Approximately 4-5 years Approximately 3-4 years |
[PRACTICE 1. Practice: Uses an analytical framework, such as the nursing process, to create an environment that facilitates the delivery of care. Coordinates and evaluates integrated programs or demonstrates clinical excellence in management of population groups. 2. Ethics: Provides leadership in addressing ethical issues that impact clients and staff in or beyond the organization and the local health care community. 3. Resource Utilization: Designs, modifies, and implements systems compatible with professional standards and with the mission and goals of the organization to improve the cost-effective use of resources. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1. Education/Career Development: Develops staff for career progression. Forecasts new knowledge needs for changing practice environments/population groups. Plans, implements, and evaluates strategies to meet those needs. 2. Performance: Implements standards of professional practice and accrediting bodies, and applicable regulations. COLLABORATION 1. Collaboration: Demonstrates leadership in developing productive working relationships with groups in other programs, services, academic settings, and community agencies 2. Collegiality: Contributes to the professional growth and development of colleagues and other health care providers at the local, regional, state, or national lev SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY 1. Quality of Care: Provides leadership in improving and sustaining the quality and effectiveness of care in diverse or complex programs. 2. Research: Collaborates with staff, other disciplines, faculty, and peers in developing, conducting, and evaluating research activities and programs. |
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or 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 five dimensions of nursing: Practice, Veteran/Patient Driven Care, Leadership, Professional Development, and Evidence/Based Practice/Research. 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 and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/05/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12622859.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
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