Nurse IV - Chief of Operations

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency
• Current - full - active - and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia
• Credential for foreign nursing education higher than 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)
• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) and 4 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV
• Master's degree in a related field with a BSN and 4 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV
• Doctoral degree in nursing and 3 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV
• Doctoral degree in a related field with a BSN and 3 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV

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.

Scope, Education, and Dimensions

Scope: 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 and influence organizational mission and health care

Education: Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) and 4 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV

Dimensions: Leadership, Business Acumen, Communication and Relationship Management, Professional and Social Responsibility

Experience

4-5 years progressive leadership experience

Minimum 3 years supervisory experience

Physical Requirements

This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, and sitting

The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing

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

In the performance of duties, the incumbent may be required to drive and/or ride in GSA vehicles

Duties

The Chief Nurse IV functions as an advisor, administrator, educator, consultant, and mentor who possesses a wide range of experience and leadership ability

The Chief Nurse provides senior leadership and oversight for daily clinical and administrative operations within nursing as directed by the Associate Director for Patient Care Services (ADPCS.)

The Chief Nurse supports the integration and collaboration of nursing with other professional disciplines and functional areas in the mutual achievement of patient-centered and organizational goals

The Chief Nurse champions a High Reliability Organization (HRO) with a lifestyle of safety founded on a systems approach to developing evidence-based health care solutions based on prevention, not punishment, and with collective mindfulness

The Chief Nurse collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, including other program and service leaders at the facility and network

The Chief Nurse works closely to establish and maintain effective relationships with all levels of Veteran Affairs (VA) staff nationwide

The Chief Nurse relates effectively with customers, families, and the community as well as program and service leaders at the local and network levels

The Chief Nurse assists the ADPCS and DADPCS with healthcare operations and the functions and activities expected of them

The Chief Nurse contributes ideas and recommendations for the establishment of standards of care, policies, and objectives for the enhancement of nursing