The primary duties of the Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior (PMDB) Registered Nurse (RN) Program Coordinator is to manage all aspects of the PMDB program and to provide PMDB training at the MVAHCS and the thirteen Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). The PMDB Program Coordinator trains staff to identify disruptive situations, recognize the signs that a disruptive situation could escalate into a violent situation & intervene to reduce risk of injuries to self and others.

Duties

The PMDB Program Coordinator serves as a PMDB Facility Trainer and is primarily responsible for teaching all parts of the PMDB core curriculum for the MVAHCS, held on a regularly scheduled weekly basis. The PMDB Program Coordinator functions as a formal and informal educator; serving as a liaison between internal and external customers, supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction. They influence care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. The PMDB Program Coordinator will be expected to travel to all facilities/sites within the MVAHCS catchment area to provide training, which will require obtaining and maintaining approvals for government vehicle usage. A current, valid state-issued Driver's License is required for this position. Major Duties Include but are not limited to: Implements and complies with local and National directives and policies governing the PMDB and WVPP Programs. Performs work in the development, implementation, and tracking compliance for the PMDB Program. Participates substantially in coursework development or modification and develops complete course in well-established areas of a subject matter field. Develop or adapt new or revised training or materials for formal/informal course use. Develops training programs based on adult learning principles and teaching methods. Performs work involving modification (change/updates) to course material and plans for specific audiences and teaching methods. Produces complete, self-containing training products ( courses, aids, methods, training plans, etc.) as required. Coordinate all training needs and activities associated with the PMDB Program and consults with the WVPP and Senior Leadership on policy, program implementation and compliance status. Trains clinical teams who respond to disruptive behavior for each unit identified by the facility as at high risk for disruptive or violent incidents (high risk units), this includes certification in the use of PMDB therapeutic containment. Assists clinical teams in maintaining compliance by collaborating with unit leadership to facilitate required drills, just in time training, and refresher training to mitigate risk for low volume high risk actions. Recruit, train and schedule PMDB Facility Trainers. Ensure PDMB Facility trainers obtain and maintain ongoing certification. Document and track levels each PDMB trainer is certified to teach and ensure that each trainer teaches enough classes to maintain certification. Obtain and maintain record of locally and nationally required documentation for all PMDB Facility Trainers. Educate staff in recognizing signs and factors of potential danger, strategies for de-escalation, and identifying resources that can directly address individual needs to help improve the quality of Veteran care and reduce overall risk. Collaborates with the WVPP Manager regarding disruptive individuals in the workplace, behavioral risk and threat management recommendations, and strategies to promote a culture of safety in MV AHCS. Serves as a local TMS administrator to manage ongoing and continuous data-recording and analysis tasks. Functions as an Administrator of the Disruptive Behavior Reporting System (DBRS) to assist the WVPP Manager with maintaining data, access, and administrative functions of the DBRS. Demonstrates leadership in the completion of the annual Workplace Behavioral Risk Assessment. The PMDB Program Coordinator will be expected to travel to all facilities/sites within the MVAHCS catchment area to provide training Work Schedule: Monday -Friday, Days. However, work schedule and duty hours may vary according to the training needs of the facility. Drivers License: Current, Valid/Unrestricted drivers license is required. Telework: ADHOC-May be authorized (Employees who Telework on an occasional, episodic, or short-term, and have completed required telework training and telework agreement). This is not a virtual position. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Th 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.

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. Preferred Experience, Skills, and Education: BSN with 2-3 years of Experience Evidence of proficiency with teaching PMDB Curriculum or other professional development and training experience Experience in Leadership, program management, and/or education Certified to teach PMDB at time of hire (or must achieve within 3 months of hire) 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/12442723. Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I, Level I Delivers fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies. An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with no additional professional nursing required. Nurse I, Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts, cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex. An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required. Nurse I, Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning. Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations. An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I, Level 2; OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I, Level 2; OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience; OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience. 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. 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: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.

Education

Dimension Requirement for Nurse III. Nurses at Nurse III must meet ALL the following dimension requirements to qualify for Nurse III.

• Practice. Demonstrates expertise in professional practice using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation) with improved evidence-based and/or data-driven outcomes beyond the immediate practice setting.
• Veteran/Patient Driven Care. Leads initiatives to improve Veteran/patient experience. Satisfaction and/or safety beyond the immediate practice setting.
• Leadership. Communicates and collaborates as an effective leader of the interprofessional team, at the expert level, with improved evidence-based and/or data-driven outcomes beyond the immediate practice setting.
• Professional Development. Enhances knowledge base and practice evaluation, at the expert level, with improved outcomes beyond the immediate practice setting.
• Evidence Based Practice/Research. Leads the identification and integration of evidence-based practice/research with clinical expertise to improve quality of care and resource utilization at the expert level with improved outcomes beyond the immediate practice setting.

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/ .

Contacts

• Address Minneapolis VA Medical Center One Veterans Drive Minneapolis, MN 55417 US
• Name: Dacia Blascoe
• Phone: 612-467-2386
• Email: [email protected]