This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Duties

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards This position is for the Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP). SARRTP is a 28-day residential level of care, evidence-based interventions and 12-step programming for Veterans with Substance Use Disorders. Our mission with SARRTP is to encourage and inspire each Veteran to live a substance-free lifestyle using the tools and coping mechanisms presented by the program. The Nurse provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families in a nursing care unit/area. They are accountable for adhering to established policies standards of care and standards of practice. Provides direct and indirect nursing care in a self - directed manner. The incumbent reports directly to the Nurse Manager of the patient care unit/area. The staff nurse functions as team leader and charge nurse as assigned under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or designee. Utilizes interventions, which maximize health capabilities (i.e., safely administers medications, utilizes techniques for management of Veteran behavior, provides appropriate activities to enhance psycho-social and physical functioning of Veteran). Applies principles of Mental Health / Substance Use Disorders/ Psychosocial Rehabilitation nursing in an interdisciplinary program and models person-centered recovery interventions. Assesses and documents the Veteran's ability to participate in a Self-Medication Program (SMP) using criteria based on established local, VISN, and VHA policies. Assesses and validates the Veteran and the Veteran's family/support system's knowledge of medications and effects or side effects in order to meet the needs of the Veteran to perform self-medication. Recognize signs of intoxication and withdrawal, assess suicidal ideation, provide crisis interventions, and complete appropriate assessments, documentation, and implement appropriate interventions. Demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, intervene, evaluate, and document the process of the Veteran's substance use disorder into their recovery plan. Identifies patterns of variance from the treatment plan and implements strategies for resolution. Advocates and intercedes on behalf of patients and families to facilitate optimum healthcare. Actively involves the Veteran's family/support systems in participation of Substance Use Disorder/ Mental Health Recovery plan. Identifies and takes action to remove barriers that impede the Veteran's family/support system to support the Veteran's recovery. Establishes relationships with community resources and/or stakeholders that supportVeterans and their families/support systems in their community.Develops and conducts therapeutic and educational groups related to RRTP activities. Actively participates in the development of policies and procedures related to the RRTP program. Actively participates in RRTP screening processes as indicated. Maintains therapeutic boundaries between staff and Veterans. Delivers compassionate, quality care by ensuring interactions with all clinical disciplines are focused on establishing and maintaining healthy relationships. Must be organized and responsive to Veteran needs, prioritizing appropriately. 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: 2 Shift Options: 7:00am - 7:30pm 7:00pm - 7:30am Compressed/Flexible: Yes Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized EDRP May be Authorized: Contact Brandon M Hughes at [email protected], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), 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 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). The approving official may authorize a waiver of the requirement for ACEN or CCNE accreditation of any degree in nursing provided the college or university has regional accreditation from an accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education at the time of the candidate's graduation and the composite qualifications of the applicant warrant such consideration. In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of current, full, active and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing. OR The completion of coursework equivalent to a nursing degree in a MSN Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration constitutes the completion of an approved course of study of professional nursing. Students should submit the certificate of professional nursing to sit for the NCLEX to the VA along with a copy of the MSN transcript. (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. 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. Preferred Experience: Experience in Mental Health and/or Substance abuse is preferred. Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade: Nurse I Level I - An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with no additional nursing practice/experience required. Nurse I Level II - An ADN or Diploma in Nursing and approximately 1 year of nursing practice/experience; OR an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a bachelor's degree in a related field with no additional nursing practice/experience; OR a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional nursing practice/experience. Nurse I Level III - An ADN or Diploma in Nursing and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in a related field and approximately 1-2 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a BSN with approximately 1-2 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) or related field with a BSN and no additional nursing practice/experience. Nurse II - A BSN with approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in a related field and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing or related field with a BSN and approximately 1-2 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree in nursing or meets basic requirements for appointment and has doctoral degree in a related field with no additional nursing practice/experience required. Nurse III - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience. Note regarding MSN degrees: If your MSN was obtained via a Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration, a BSN is not required. Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-6 Nurse Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, stooping, sitting, kneeling, bending, pulling, and pushing. Transferring patients and objects may be required. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or during patient procedures and care. The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. Use of fingers, both hands, and near and far vision is required. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Northern Indiana HCS 1700 East 38th Street Marion, IN 46953 US
• Name: Diana Tursi
• Phone: 260-249-7488
• Email: [email protected]