The Chief Nurse - Geriatrics and Extended Care of (G&EC) is responsible for overall leadership for nursing care practice throughout the Community Living Center, Hospice, HBPC and HCBC programs He / She will report directly to the Deputy Associate Director of Patient Care Service, G&EC staff who provides care to Veterans. The Chief Nurse is responsible for ensuring safe high-quality nursing care delivery to patients in the G&EC program based on established nursing standards of practice.

Duties

The Chief Nurse (G&EC) is a senior level nursing administrator and has clinical and administrative oversight responsibility for the full range of procedural and treatment services in a highly complex tertiary facility which provides procedures for Veterans belonging to VHASBY G&EC program. They are responsible for recruitment, hiring and supervision of nursing staff assigned to these units and these quality management programs, fiscal management and safety compliance. Additionally, The Chief Nurse of G&EC executes leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross service and/or discipline lines, influence organizational mission and health care. The Nurse IV is responsible for administrative functions of their assigned nursing units/programs. Functions as an administrator, educator, and consultant utilizing management theory in collaboration with Patient Care Service and other services. Must establish and maintain effective relationships with all levels of medical center personnel and relate effectively with customers, families, and the community as well as program and service leaders at the local and network levels. Key relationships with staff are needed to: Assist nurse managers and advanced practitioners to carry out the functions and activities expected of them, Contribute ideas and recommendations for the establishment of standards of care, policies, and objectives for the enhancement of nursing organization-wide, Assist in policy-making activities as related to customer service and the overall functioning of administrative and clinical programs Collaborate with other health care staff to establish and maintain programs that cross service and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and health care. Manages the resources (financial, human, materiel and/or informational) of a complex program or service in a manner which applies professional standards of practice in the most effective, efficient method resulting in favorable outcomes. Participates in the development of education programs and staff development models to facilitate career progression and to increase productivity and performance. Provides a leadership role in professional, community, and governmental bodies that shape health care policy, contributing to the development/improvement of the healthcare delivery system and better patient outcomes. (VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G6). 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: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position 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: 4 to 5 years with MSN or Master's in related field with BSN degree. Or 3 to 4 years Doctoral degree in nursing or related field Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade: Nurse IV Master's degree in nursing or related field and 4 years of professional nursing experience, 1 of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV. or Master's degree in a related field and a bachelor level degree in nursing and 4 years of professional nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV. or Doctorate in nursing and 3 years of professional nursing experience, 1 of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV. or Doctorate degree in a related field and a master or bachelor level degree in nursing and 3 years of professional nursing experience, 1 of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV. DIMENSION OF NURSING: Leadership: Inspires individual and organizational excellence, creates a shared vision, and successfully leads change to improve organizational performance?& attain measurable performance outcomes. Business Acumen: Uses business models and applies fundamental concepts of economics to programs under his/her leadership. Inspiring an Industry-Leading Culture: Employs an industry-leading, shared decision-making culture. Cultivates a diverse and inclusive workforce that serves Veterans, families and caregivers of all backgrounds and builds trust, cultural competencies and catalyzes dynamic teams at the program or service level. Communication and Relationship Management: Demonstrates effective relationship management, communication, facilitation, and negotiation across diverse cultures using a broad range of technology platforms to influence, inspire, and motivate others within or outside their program/service. Professional and Social Responsibility: Operationalizes a culture of holistic care, health advocacy and health equity. Applies ethical principles in decision-making at the program or service level. Advances nursing knowledge through health science research and the translation and dissemination of evidence into practice to maximize the value to Veterans and the community. 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 potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, and sitting. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing. The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment. In the performance of duties, the incumbent may be required to drive and/or ride in GSA-vehicles.

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 WG Bill Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center 1601 Brenner Avenue Salisbury, NC 28144 US
• Name: Kimberly Gray
• Phone: (980) 401-2549
• Email: [email protected]