The Sioux Falls VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for one Full-time, Permanent, Nurse Practitioner (Specialty Care/Cardiology). Uses advanced practice knowledge to manage patient care needs for the Cardiology Clinic. Provides cardiac care for Veterans' medical needs by performing exams, lab tests, radiology studies, screening studies and evaluating, developing a treatment plan to include medication, medical equipment, outpatient follow up visits, and post discharge follow-up.

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. Position Overview: · The Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (CNP) serves as a key member of the Cardiology team, providing advanced practice care to patients with cardiovascular conditions. The CNP is responsible for managing the day-to-day cardiology needs of patients, including performing stress tests, managing chronic cardiovascular diseases, and providing comprehensive cardiovascular care. The CNP will work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and optimize patient outcomes. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Clinical Care: · Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including history and physical examinations. · Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests related to cardiovascular health, such as EKGs and stress tests. · Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with cardiovascular conditions. · Manage chronic cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension, heart failure, and coronary artery disease. · Provide patient education on disease prevention, medication management, and lifestyle modifications. 2. Coordination of Care: · Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care for cardiology patients. · Coordinate referrals to other healthcare providers or specialists as needed. · Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care and treatment plans. 3. Patient Education: · Educate patients and families about cardiovascular conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies. · Provide counseling on smoking cessation, diet, exercise, and other lifestyle changes that can improve cardiovascular health. 4. Documentation and Compliance: · Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with VA policies and procedures. · Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including those set forth by the VA and other accrediting bodies. 5. Professional Development: · Engage in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain current knowledge and competencies in cardiology practice. · Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of clinical guidelines and protocols. C. Qualifications: · Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution with a focus on Cardiology or related field. · Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner. · Certification: Certification as a Nurse Practitioner by a nationally recognized certifying body in the relevant field. · Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiology or related field is preferred. · Skills: Demonstrated expertise in cardiovascular assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Strong communication, collaboration, and patient education skills. D. Work Environment: · The Cardiology CNP will work primarily in an outpatient clinic setting, with occasional responsibilities in inpatient care. The position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 ADHOC: May be authorize (Employee who Telework on an occasional, episodic, or short-term, and have completed required telework training and telework agreement). This is not a virtual position. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) 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) Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

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. Preferred Requirements: 2-3 Years experience in specialty Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others. Depending on the essential duties of a specific position, usable vision, color vision, hearing or speech may be required. however, in most cases, a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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]