Registered Nurse - Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal Pension

Health Insurance

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP) in the VA Midwest Health Care Network.

You will assess mental health behaviors, document vitals and patient status, and collaborate with the care team to deliver holistic care within a Whole Health system. The role emphasizes nursing process leadership, ongoing competencies, and compliance with licensure and reporting requirements, with potential night or evening shifts

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required
• State board RN licensure in US; active license in good standing
• Graduate of an approved nursing program; ADN/BSN typical
• Ability to obtain/maintain state license and pass pre-employment checks

Responsibilities

• Assess mental health symptoms and document care in CPRS
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Provide holistic nursing care within the RRTP program
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for care planning and evaluation
• Participate in ongoing competencies and performance improvement activities

Job description

Summary
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30 - 2026 or until all vacancies have been filled. Eligible applications will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur. A recruitment/relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible - highly qualified applicants.

Summary
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30 - 2026 or until all vacancies have been filled. Eligible applications will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur. A recruitment/relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible - highly qualified applicants.
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/13032224
• 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 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
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position
• Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination
• Driver's License: This position requires the ability to operate a government-issued vehicle
• The incumbent will be expected to transport patients on off-campus outings
• The incumbent will also be required to maintain a valid - State-issued driver's license.

Duties

• The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers
• This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest
• As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care - you will operate in a model with three core elements - seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran
• This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community
• This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being
• The Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP) Registered Nurse (RN) duties include - but are not limited to the following: Assessment of mental health behaviors with appropriate interventions as ordered by providers
• Obtain baseline vital signs - weight - height - and complete documentation in computerized patient record system (CPRS)
• Complete the admissions and discharge process along side with the admissions team
• Successfully utilizes the breathalyzer - knowledge of cleaning the device - and appropriately document findings in patient medical record per policy
• Completes mandatory and annual competencies for equipment and procedures - adhere to unit-based protocols - maintain a current BLS certification - and work collaboratively with other disciplines in the Medical Center
• Participates in in-services and performance improvement activities and customer services programs at unit and service line levels
• Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care
• Assesses - plans - implements - and evaluates care based on age-specific components
• Considers all characteristics of the individual - including age and life stages - state of health - race and culture - values - and previous experiences Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines
• Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team
• Exhibits core elements of performance to include knowledge of unit/program level quality improvement processes and initiatives as well as customer service programs
• May be required to transport and care for patients off site of the main campus location
• Preferred Experience: Mental Health Nursing experience preferred
• Ability to apply clinical judgement and knowledge in planning - decision making and evaluating outcomes within the immediate practice setting
• Ability to work well in a team setting and able to multi-task
• 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: Night or evening shifts
• 1745-0615 or swing shift Telework: Not Available Driver's License Requirement: Unrestricted driver's license is required
• Must provide a clean driving record report from the DMV during onboarding
• Physical Examination: A driver's physical is required for this position
• Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: A recruitment/relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible - highly qualified applicants
• Please contact the HR specialist for specific requirements
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized