MH Treatment Coordinator RN

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligibility

Paid time off

Federal benefits

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care within the BHIP model. The role requires an RN license and graduation from an accredited nursing program, with possible bridge programs leading to licensure.

Position includes Education Debt Reduction Program eligibility and a pathway to permanent appointment upon licensure, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required.
• Graduate of a professional nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the United States.
• Individuals in bridge programs may become licensed prior to completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population.
• Lead and coordinate nursing care within BHIP model of care.
• Perform skilled nursing interventions (e.g., injections, wound care, IV therapy).
• Document accurately in the medical record per VA standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

RN clinical nursing skills

Patient care assessment

Communication skills

Education

Nursing degree (ADN/ Diploma)

State RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Summary 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. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Qualifications Basic Requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• 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
• 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)
• 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
• 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
• (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6)
• 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
• 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)
• 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
• 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/13094475
• Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies
• An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required
• Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex
• 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
• Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning
• Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
• A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting
• MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• 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
• 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
• 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
• *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees
• Preferred Experience: BSN with at least 3 years of Nursing experience and 1 year of RN clinical or inpatient/outpatient mental health and/or behavioral health preferred
• Experience in behavioral health - population health - or chronic disease management
• Exposure to clinical and behavioral health environments
• Ability to respond calmly and confidently to behavioral health crises
• BLS Certified (current) Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: This position includes a level of physicality normally associated with duties performed by nurses such as direct patient care - and potentially long periods of walking - standing - sitting - moderate lifting - repeated bending - or kneeling
• Examples may include but are not limited to: Significant amounts of time standing assisting assigned patients Utilization of safe patient handling and mobility protocols
  

Duties

• The RN provides comprehensive nursing care and care management within the independent RN Scope of Practice defined by the State in which you are practicing and VHA policy
• The primary function of the RN is to deliver care to a diverse patient population with varying medical and psychiatric complexity
• This can also include IV therapy - Foley catheter management - enteral feeding - wound care - medication administration - and other advanced nursing interventions
• Care is provided across specialties such as Substance Use Disorder SUD - Serious Mental Illness SMI - Post-traumatic Stress PTSD Major Duties and Responsibilities - Independently assesses - plans - implements - and evaluates patient care in accordance with VHA standards
• - Leads and coordinates nursing care within the BHIP Model of Care
• - Performs skilled nursing interventions as ordered by Medical Providers (e.g. - blood draws - injections - dressing changes - wound care - medication administration - psychiatric interventions)
• - Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation consistent with VHA standards
• - Observes and responds to changes in patient condition - initiating appropriate nursing or emergency interventions
• - Provides patient and family education - including disease management - health promotion - and discharge planning
• - Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings - care planning - and quality improvement initiatives
• - Ensures safe - ethical - and evidence-based nursing practice within the RN Scope of Practice
• - Performs additional nursing duties as assigned and appropriate to the RN role 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: Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 0800-1630
• Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact [e-mail] - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): not authorized