RN - Critical Care

About the role

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
• Serves as a resource for patients and in staff in addressing ethical issues
• Provides direct care for acutely/critically ill patients who are at high risk for actual or potential life-threatening health problems - regardless of the setting for nursing care
• Evaluates practice in an ongoing process - based on best evidence
• Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals
• Contributes professional nursing perspective in discussions with the interdisciplinary team
• PARTNERS WITH OTHERS TO EFFECT CHANGE AND PRODUCE OPTIMAL OUTCOMES
• SUPPORTS COLLEAGUES THROUGH KNOWLEDGE SHARING TO PROVIDE SAFE - QUALITY NURSING CARE
• SHARES EDUCATIONAL FINDINGS - EXPERIENCES - AND IDEAS WITH PEERS
• QUESTIONS CLINICAL PRACTICES FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING EVIDENCE-BASED CARE
• PARTICIPATES IN ACTIVITIES AND STRATEGIES TO SUSTAIN AN EVIDENCE-BASED-PRACTICE CULTURE
• OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Requirements

Basic Requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• 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)
• 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
• Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply

Qualifications

• 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)
• 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/12999155

Skills

None specified in the provided job posting.

Benefits

None specified in the provided job posting.

Pay

Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards

Schedule

0700-1930 or 1900-0730 - rotating weekends & holidays