The Nurse Recruiter/Pathway Excellence Coordinator manages and leads the processes involved in the recruitment, onboarding and retention of registered nurses. The incumbent is responsible for the creation and continued oversight of a nursing service program that supports the organizational driver - employer of choice.

Duties

Duties include but not limited to: Nurse Recruiter Roles and Responsibilities The incumbent is responsible for the creation and continued oversight of nursing services program and clinical knowledge to assess, plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate recruitment and retention efforts of nurse recruitment and retention program and functions within the facility. The incumbent will be knowledgeable in the on-boarding process and ensure all prospective applicants receive the education and tools to be successfully boarded. The incumbent serves as a resource for hiring managers, through the recruitment process and various human resources applications. Functions as an internal consultant in evaluating programs, resources, and services. The incumbent initiates and maintains databases, prepares, reports, and works collaboratively with other to assess variance and project needs. Assist the Associate Director of Patient Care Services/Nurse Executive in conducting salary surveys and implementing recruitment/retention strategies to maintain completive in the field. Conducts employee exit interviews and trends data. Pathway Excellence Coordinator Roles and Responsibilities The Pathway to Excellence Coordinator directly report to the Associate Nurse Executive/Chief Nurse of Nursing Business Operations The Pathway to Excellence Coordinator plays a vital role in interpreting the philosophy and communicating the goals of Nurse Service to other. Functions within established guidelines and demonstrates the ability to work effectively and develop sound relationships. The incumbent will assist in the coordination of various aspects of the ANCC Pathway to Excellence (PTE) pursuit, application, designation, and re-designation process. Serves as the PTE advisor to the leadership team and liaison to the ANCC Pathway to Excellence Office. The PTE Coordinator will assist in coordinating activities required to attain and maintain the PTE ANCC designation. The PTE Coordinator is expected to routinely meet with Nursing Executive Leadership to keep them informed of facility progress towards ANCC Pathway to Excellence standards, compliance, and designation. The PTE Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating strategic planning sessions aligned with Shared Governance (SG) and Evidence Base Practice. The PTE Coordinator provides administrative consultation for staff assigned to the Pathway to Excellence projects and administrative leadership to variety of staff directly involved in achieving Pathway to Excellence status. The PTE Coordinator develops written reports related to assessment and recommends change in the clinical practice environment which may be required in order to achieve Pathway to Excellence status. The PTE Coordinator provides administrative direction for the Shared Governance Councils and Unit Based Council. Services as a professional advisor to all nursing councils. Responsible for data collection, compilation, interpretation, and dissemination of quality and service indicators related to implementation of the Pathway Program throughout the organization. Provides oversight to create a Nursing Newsletter in collaboration with the Unit Based Council, Shared Governance Councils, and others as identified by Nurse Executive Council. Performs all other duties as requested or assigned. 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: Full-Time Telework: Available( Ad-hoc) 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

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/12395813. Grade/Level Scope Education 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. Preferred Experience: Masters Degree in Nursing or Health Related Field 2-5 years documented experience Mentoring/Coaching/Preceptor 2-5 years documented experience in data collection, analysis, and interpretation 2-5 years documented experience in Nursing Councils/Committees/Unit Base Councils 2-5 years leading or participating in activities/projects exemplifying advancing nursing practice 2-5 years document knowledge of Pathways to Excellence and/or Magnet Designation 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 must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Las Vegas VA Medical Center 6900 North Pecos Road North Las Vegas, NV 89086 US
• Name: Ieisha Freeman
• Phone: 443-251-9441
• Email: [email protected]