Registered Nurse (CLC)

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Lyons (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligible

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Registered Nurse for our Community Living Center in a 24/7 hospital setting. The RN will deliver continuous patient care, assess needs, and collaborate with the healthcare team to meet residents’ needs.

Candidates must be a graduate of an approved nursing program and hold an active US nursing license; English proficiency is required. EDRP assistance is available with application details via the coordinator.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English (written and spoken).
• Graduate of an approved nursing program (ACEN/CCNE).
• Possession of a current, full, active US nursing license in a US state or territory.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care as a Registered Nurse in a 24/7 hospital setting.
• Assess patient needs and develop care plans according to MDS and physician orders.
• Delegate tasks to CNAs, LPNs, and other team members as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation in medical records and ensure timely charting.

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing license

State licensure

Bridge program eligibility

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

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) 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/13092862
• 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 a 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 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
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: The position requires the incumbent to have visual acuity - keen hearing - clear distinctive speech - and manual dexterity
• The incumbent must be mature - flexible - and sensible - capable of working effectively in stressful situations and able to shift priorities based on patient needs
• This position requires limited periods of standing - stooping - bending - pulling - pushing - walking - and be able to lift up to 35 pounds
• Transferring patients and objects may be required
• This position also requires sitting for long periods typing on computer keyboard - looking at computer monitor - and using the telephone
• The incumbent maybe exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials requiring the incumbent to don protective clothing and equipment in isolation situations or during invasive patient procedures
• The incumbent may be exposed to patients who are combative or aggressive related to neurologic or psychiatric disorders
• The incumbent must meet the required screening/testing and be medically cleared by Employee Occupational Health as a condition of employment.

Duties

• The Registered Nurse (RN) position in our CLC (Community Living Center)
• Our staff nurse is a registered nurse responsible for continuous delivery of patient care
• This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments - as this is a 24/7 hospital
• The successful candidate must be poised and articulate in communicating with people of varied educational levels and varied ethnic backgrounds
• Able to work cooperatively as a member of a team in all assignments
• Makes caring for the Veteran his/her priority while in the work setting and demonstrates customer service principles in all aspects of work and is self-motivated in the pursuit of meeting professional work standards
• The responsibilities of the RN include but are not limited to : Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the residents served and interprets information to identify each resident's individual needs
• Follows resident's personal requests and needs based on resident's MDS (minimum data set) care plan
• Makes assignments and directs activities of supportive personnel (i.e
• NAs - LPN - MSA or other team members.) Documents care given in the medical records in a consistent - accurate - concise and timely manner
• Implements and delegates nursing interventions/orders and physician's orders in a timely and complete manner - requesting assistance when needed
• Functions within established guidelines and demonstrates the ability to work effectively and develop therapeutic relationships with patients - their families and other professional and supportive personnel who provide patient care in collaboration with the NM - Creates a positive work environment which enhances care delivery and professional development of clinically competent staff
• Promotes - creates - demonstrates - and ensures a culturally diverse workforce in which the values and needs of all individuals are respected
• Perform other duties as assigned
• 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: 3:30pm - 12:00am - Evenings/Holidays to be discussed during the interview Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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