PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE ANNOUNCEMENT TO ENSURE YOU UNDERSTAND THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET. Major Duties - The candidate will serve as a Gastroenterology nurse practitioner at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System in the department of Specialty Medicine Service, under the supervision of the Associate Chief, Specialty Care ICC. Preferred 2-3 years GI experience

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. As a Licensed Independent Provider, the Nurse Practitioner practices autonomously and in coordination with health care professionals and other individuals. The incumbent provides a wide range of health care services, including the diagnosis and management of acute, chronic and complex health problems; health promotion; disease prevention; health education; and counseling to individuals, families, groups and communities. You will perform within your clinical scope of practice. Must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center. Nurse II The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse demonstrates knowledge and skills to: (a) Assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate care that promotes wellness and prevents disease I injury and disability; {b) Order and/or interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures; {c), Perform treatments/procedures as indicated; {d) Consult and collaborate with physicians and other health care professionals to manage complex health problems; and {e) Direct care or manage systems of care for complex individuals/ family / community populations. Nurse III The Nurse Ill registered nurse demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve the care for a group of Veterans. The Nurse Ill is responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level. Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility, VISN, or VACO. Program is defined as a structured plan or system under which action is taken toward a goal. The Nurse Ill registered nurse demonstrates (a) Leading and organizing delivery of care to assure continuity of care and peer accountability for practice, including access to care and discharge planning; (b) Using advanced clinical knowledge/judgment to promote staff involvement in planning, decision-making, and evaluating outcomes, (c) Functioning as an expert in clinical practice and/or areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse demonstrates knowledge and skills to: (a) Assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate care that promotes wellness and prevents disease I injury and disability; (b) Order and/or interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures; (c), Perform treatments/procedures as indicated; (d) Consult and collaborate with physicians and other health care professionals to manage complex health problems; and (e) Direct care or manage systems of care for complex individuals/ family / community populations. Major Duties - NP GI Midlevel - Review all labs for chronic medication management and cirrhosis patients - Review all pathology from endoscopy and send out pathology results - Performs paracenteses procedures - Consult reviews - Patient examination, diagnosis, treatment and education for new a follow up visits in a clinic setting. - Evaluate patients in the Emergency Department and consult with ED Physicians as needed - Complete inpatient consults and provide appropriate follow up - Responds to clinical reminders. - Reviews FIT tests - Provides education to endoscopy nursing staff - Place consults and order appropriate lab tests and studies by Provider Order Entry - Serves as facility liaison to external resources as related to GI and Endoscopic services. - Engages in quality improvement projects as needed to ensure sustained quality of care for high-risk populations. - Serves as a resource to members of the health care team, providing consultation and education as needed. - Actively participates in Department level quality improvement processes and initiatives. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Work Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Telework: ADHOC Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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. Education: A post-master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner approved by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant (Transcripts Required): The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)- formerly known as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) -OR- The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). -OR- In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing validated through an Agency recognized degree equivalency evaluation agency, such as the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD), possession of a current, full, active and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing. Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as an APN to practice as a NP in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or the District of Columbia. Grandfathering Provision: All persons employed in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) as a permanent Nurse Practitioner (NP) staff employee on January 29, 2024 or earlier (and are currently employed in this series) that are also performing the duties are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification. Nurse Practitioner (NP) Certification: Must be licensed or otherwise recognized as a NP in a State and maintain full and current certification as a NP from the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying body. The certification must be in specialty for this position. (Copy of Certification Required) Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade: APN (Nurse Practitioner) II: Meets basic education requirement for APN (CNS). Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for APN (NPs); no experience is required. APN (Nurse Practitioner) III: (i) Meets basic education requirement for an APN (NP) AND (ii) One year of specialized APN (NP) experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level. NOTE: The post-master's certificate is formal education awarded from an acceptable school of professional nursing and is not considered board certification. The full performance level of this vacancy is APN (NP) III. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of APN (NP) II to APN (NP) III. 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: Must pass a pre-employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019. This examination is administered by VA Occupational Health. This position requires moderate lifting up to 44 lbs., carrying objects up to 15 lbs., frequent reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, hands and legs, use of cranes and motor vehicles, walking & standing up to 8 hours, bending and climbing and able to hear whisper. The incumbent must be physically, emotionally and mentally stable in order to efficiently perform the essential functions of this position without hazard to themselves or others.

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognize 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 Royal C Johnson Veterans Memorial Hospital 2501 West 22nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105 US
• Name: Nicole Howell
• Phone: 651-405-5601
• Email: [email protected]