The Registered Nurse is assigned to the Patient Care Service. The RN cares for a specific population of Veterans in a variety of settings. These settings include, however are not limited to, emergency department, primary care clinics, specialty clinics/programs, extended care programs, community-based outpatient clinics, inpatient care and ambulatory surgery programs. This position is not virtual or remote and is located in Roseburg, OR.

Duties

Roseburg is the heart of the scenic and recreational paradise known as the Land of Umpqua. This land of authentic outdoor adventures and experiences is bordered by picturesque rivers and lush valleys. Roseburg, centrally located in the of Douglas County, Oregon is known for its 359 miles of streams along the north and south forks of the Umpqua River. The Roseburg area reflects small-town values, has dedicated business leaders and a strong education system from K-12 to our local community college. The community possesses a hardworking, well-trained workforce. These characteristics have proved instrumental in drawing new residents and companies to the region, while keeping families here for generations. 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 Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) plans, directs, and coordinates the care of every Veteran undergoing operative and other invasive procedures. The Perioperative RN is concerned with the patient's safety as well as physiological and behavioral responses throughout the surgical experience. They/them provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families in the perioperative arena. The nurse practices as a Perioperative RN in the Operating Room (OR) providing nursing care in a scrub and/or circulating nurse role. Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN is a direct care provider whose scope of practice includes providing nursing care during the immediate post-operative period in PACU. PACU RN provides care for patients recovering from general, regional, or local anesthesia. The RN performs nursing care for the Veteran in the immediate post-operative/post-anesthesia period, assessing and documenting patient status upon arrival to the PACU. Short Stay Unit (SSU) is an outpatient area whose scope of care involves caring for pre- and post-operative Veterans prior to discharge home and medical infusions and procedural patients. The nurse is accountable for a defined group of Veterans during their stay. Surgical conditions include general surgery, orthopedic, urologic, ophthalmology, ear, nose, and throat, plastic, gastroenterology, oral maxillofacial, podiatry and wound clinic. Also performs pre/post-procedural care for blood product administration, intravenous infusions, pain clinic procedures, dental, peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC), bronchoscopy, and cardiovascular patients. Performs pre/post-procedural phone calls with instructions pre/post follow up post procedure to assess recovery and documents appropriately in the Veteran's record. Gastroenterology (GI)/Endoscopy suite/clinic RN provide out-patient and inpatient endoscopy, gastroenterology, and hepatology care. The individual possesses knowledge of gastroenterology, endoscopy, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The RN is responsible for the assessment, treatment, planning and coordination of care that assists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with gastrointestinal disorders. Individual must maintain current knowledge of gastroenterology, endoscopy, and IBD. The RN is accountable for Veteran outcomes resulting from nursing care provided during the GI procedures. Specialty Care Clinic RN utilizes critical thinking skills and the nursing process to provide the highest level of nursing care for eligible Veterans seeking specialty care in the ambulatory outpatient care setting. The Specialty Care clinics include pre-op clinic, tele-device, transplant, cardiology, renal, podiatry, orthopedics, pain, ear/nose/throat (ENT), general surgery, urology, GI, dermatology, and wound care. Nursing services provided in the Specialty Care Clinics include telephone advice; assessment of scheduled and non scheduled patient's problems for acuity and appropriate referral; coordination of care with other VA facilities, and the Veteran's primary care provider; Veteran and family education; dressing changes and wound care follow-up; assessment of effectiveness of prescribed medications and medication compliance; on-going Veteran assessment and follow-up care per provider orders; psychosocial support, and pre and post procedural care. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm PST Travel: Yes Compressed/Flexible: Not available Telework: Not available Virtual/Remote: This is not a virtual or remote position

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: One year of RN experience Experience in Medical Specialty & Ambulatory clinic settings such as: Urology; ENT; Podiatry; Pain; Cardiology; Dermatology; GI; Infusions; and Minor Procedures 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: Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds; Light Carrying, under 15 pounds; Pushing (1 hours); Walking and Standing (2-4 hours); Kneeling (1 hour); Repeated bending(1 hour); Climbing legs only (1 hour); Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors; Hearing (aid may be permitted). Environmental Factors: Working closely with others; Protracted or irregular hours of work.

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Roseburg VA Medical Center 913 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard Roseburg, OR 97471 US
• Name: Mary Smith
• Phone: 202-745-8000 X55169
• Email: [email protected]