The Cancer Program Standards Administrator is a licensed nurse practitioner with graduate preparation (master's or doctorate) in nursing or a related field. The position is located in Hematology/Oncology. Workload will consist of 80% administrative work and 20% clinical work. The incumbent will have responsibility for ensuring full compliance and maintaining facility accreditation with the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Standards.

Duties

The work of the position supports the Cancer Committee in development and sustainment of the CoC standards and cancer-related quality improvement initiatives. The incumbent leads the required annual QI studies. The designated person would be responsible for ensuring all required documentation is in the committee meeting minutes and meets the CoC requirements. The incumbent manages and reports cancer data and supports cancer related program development. The incumbent serves as a valuable resource for integrating cancer-related services with the ultimate goal of improving cancer care at the VANEOHS. Has overall responsibility for coordinating all Cancer Committee activities to ensure full compliance with the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer standards. .Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Survivorship coordinator duties in Hematology/Oncology. Works collaboratively with the Cancer Committee Chair, Cancer Liaison Physician, required CoC Coordinators, and all members of the Cancer Committee on the various cancer program activities. Ensures that hospital leadership is apprised of key cancer program activities. Bi-annual reporting of Cancer Committee to the Medical Executive Committee. Assists with the preparation and documentation of all Cancer Committee meeting activities (agenda, minutes, attendance, quorum, reports, etc.). Ensures that membership is established, and cancer committee coordinators are named at the beginning of each calendar year. Ensures that all reports presented contain all required elements to meet the intended standard. Assists in tracking the Cancer Committee annual goals and ensures that target timelines and measures are being met. Works collaboratively with the Pathologists to ensure that all required College of American Pathologists (CAP) elements are documented for surgical pathology resections using the synoptic format. Assists with the preparation and presentation of the CAP compliance report. Works with the Pathologists and Surgeons to ensure compliance with the Operative Standards. Assists the Oncology Nursing Leadership from Inpatient and Outpatient Nursing in the preparation and presentation of the report on oncology nursing education and oncology nursing competency completion. Works as a Survivorship Program Coordinator to identify the Survivorship Program team members, choose three programs that will be offered to cancer survivors in a given year, document the number of cancer survivors that were referred to the three identified programs, report the findings annually to the Cancer Committee. Works with the Cancer Conference Coordinator to prepare the annual Cancer Conference Coordinator Report which includes number of cancer conferences held, cancer conference physician specialty attendance, number of cases presented, number of cases that included a discussion of cancer stage and evidenced based treatment guidelines, clinical trials, genetic testing, and supportive care services. Works collaboratively with the Psychosocial Coordinators to manage the Psychosocial Distress Screening Program and to complete the annual report of all cancer patients that were screening for psychosocial distress annually. Assists with the preparation and presentation of annual reports. Works collaboratively with the Cancer Liaison Physician on various reports. Works with the Community Outreach Coordinator with the preparation and presentation of the summary on community outreach activities. Ensures that the required cancer prevention and cancer screening activities are planned and completed annually. Works collaboratively with the Cancer Liaison Physician, the Quality Improvement Coordinator, and the cancer committee to plan the annual quality improvement studies and ensure that they are initiated, completed, and reported. Is involved in planning the quality improvement(s) based on the study results. Oversees the cancer registry systems by working collaboratively with the Cancer Registry Contract Service Oversees all aspects of the triannual ACoS CoC Site visit. Works collaboratively across service lines to improve cancer care at the facility. 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, 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) Basic Requirements English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(f), 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. (Applicants pending the completion of educational requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until the education requirements are met.) Must be a 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). NOTE: Foreign Education. Graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing programs, the nurse practitioner degree equivalency must be validated through an Agency recognized degree equivalency evaluation agency, such as the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD). Candidates with equivalent nurse practitioner masters or doctorate level degrees who possess current, full, active, and unrestricted registration and certification will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant appointment. License and Certification: License. All APN (NPs) must possess and maintain an active, current, full, and unrestricted APN license to practice as an NP in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Basic Certification. All APN (NPs) must maintain full and current board certification in an area of clinical specialty from one of the following: the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), or other nationally recognized certifying body in the area in which the Nurse Practitioner is academically prepared. NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and an APN (NP) assignment that are also 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. The following Scope, Education and Experience, and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) II: Exception to Licensure for Graduate Nurse Technicians. Candidates who otherwise meet the basic requirements, but do not possess the required licensure and/or certification, may be appointed at the entry step of the Nurse II, as a Graduate Nurse Technician - Nurse Practitioner on a temporary appointment up to any period not-to-exceed one year and a day under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 405(c)(2)(B). Scope: Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for APN (NP). Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for APN (NPs); no experience is required. Dimension Requirement: APNs (NPs) at level II are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice. Delivers evidence-based health care, demonstrating proficiency in the ability to manage a patient panel, population, or program. Outcome Focus. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to evaluate the patient care delivery system within a patient panel or program, presents findings and contributes to changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of veteran/patient care. Leadership. Works effectively as a leader within a team/unit/group and seeks interdisciplinary collaboration as appropriate to enhance patient care. Professional Development. Acquires knowledge and skills to develop expertise in area of practice. Professionalism/Collegiality. Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior, promoting cooperation and teamwork. Participates in interdisciplinary teams and processes that positively impact patient outcomes. The following Scope, Education and Experience, and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) III: Scope: Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care. Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for an APN (NP) AND one year of specialized APN (NP) experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level. Dimension Requirement: APN (Nurse Practitioners) at grade III are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice. Influences and models the delivery of evidence- based health care, demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel, population, or program. Outcome Focus. Leads and implements changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of Veteran/patient care applying research and evidence in the delivery of healthcare for patient populations. Leadership. Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams informed by structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that positively impact care for a patient panel, population, or program. Professional Development. Acquires knowledge and skills, then disseminates acquired information within and/or outside the medical facility. Professionalism/Collegiality. Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams developing systems that positively impact outcomes at the panel, population, or program level. Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior, promoting cooperation and teamwork. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 35 pounds for 8-12 hours, intermittently; moderate carrying (15-35 pounds) for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently; lifting over 35 pounds with assistive devices in accordance with the Safe Patient Handling Policy except in emergent situations requiring prompt patient care; pulling for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently; pushing for 8-12 hours, intermittently; reaching above the shoulders for 8-12 hours, intermittently, both hands required; walking 8-12 hours, intermittently; standing 8-12 hours intermittently; kneeling 8 to 12 hours, intermittently; repeated bending for 8-12 hours, intermittently; climbing and use of both legs and arms for 8-12 hours, intermittently, both legs required; near vision at 13 to 16" Jaeger 1 to 4, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other eye; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing aid permitted; twisting, simply grasp and fine manipulation. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures. 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. The incumbent must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript, either official or unofficial, must be submitted with your application for ALL degrees. A copy of your certificate/degree or screenshot of your current classes are not a replacement of your transcript and they will not be used in the qualifying process. Transcripts must include the following information:

Your Name
Name of the college or university
Full address of the college or university
Degree Received
Date Conferred

We cannot accept a screenshot of your classes or a picture of your degree for qualification purposes.

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 John D Dingell Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 4646 John R Street Detroit, MI 48201 US
• Name: Megan Giffel
• Email: [email protected]