The SARRTP Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) is responsible for the control and utilization of resources, quality improvement activities, interdisciplinary problem solving, and implementation of policies and procedures. The ANM promotes professional growth through organizing educational activities, encouraging employee attendance at unit based or hospital-wide committees, implementing quality improvement projects, and encouraging membership and participation in professional organizations.

Duties

Demonstrate self-motivation, effective leadership, and an outstanding work ethic. Communicate clearly and effectively (orally, in writing, and charting). Serve as a mentor to other staff with an intimate working knowledge of SARRTP and IPU. Act as facilitator to staff in conflict resolution and team building; promote positive interpersonal relationships among staff. Solve problems, effectively and efficiently, using sound/rational judgement. Effectively oversee Unit operations in absence of NM; shares with taking call (not to include personally staffing unit, unless desired). Ensure ample staff coverage, take action to obtain assistance to cover unplanned leave and other scheduling issues; helps with general scheduling, if needed. Manage the schedule for Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP). Educate staff; orient new staff; facilitate experiences for nursing students. Design, implement, and measure quality improvement monitors/activities. Play a key role in the design and implementation of the SARRTP expansion project. Responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimal care. Provide a full range of nursing care to patients with complex care needs utilizing the nursing. Demonstrates consistent clinical competence in providing nursing care. Demonstrate evidence of critical thinking skills in identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems on the unit. Effectively function as the charge nurse, team leader, or in other leadership role. Ensure that delegated tasks as assigned are completed by other staff. Ensure the physician and/or the nurse manager/ immediate supervisor/coordinator are notified of untoward events. Use a team approach to identify, analyze, and resolve problems that result in improved outcomes. The nurse, in all professional relationships, practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth and uniqueness of every individual, unrestricted by considerations of social or economic status, personal attributes, or the nature of health problems. Promote, advocate for and strives to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient. Listen to and honors different perspectives and choices. Recognize and respect patients and customers. Knowledge, values, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Maintain professional boundaries with patients, families, and employees. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own nursing judgments and actions. Recognize ethical concerns and takes appropriate action. Act as a patient advocate when client self-determination is in question. Provide accurate information to clients and other staff when ethical issues arise. Serve as a resource to patients and other staff in addressing ethical/care issues at the unit level. Example is required. Identify potential and actual problems involving resources and/or safety. Take action to avert or manage the situation in a safe/therapeutic manner. Consult with co-workers and other disciplines. Demonstrate leadership in safe work practices. Conserve resources effectively by using supplies and equipment in a responsible manner. Lead within a framework of a High Reliability Organization with a culture of safety founded on a systems approach to developing health care solutions based on prevention, not punishment, with collective mindfulness. Work Schedule: Rotating shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays. 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/12556894. 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: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to perform all activities of the position without restriction. This position involves considerable standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting and turning. The work may involve pushing or lifting weight in excess of 50 pounds and going up and down flights of stairs. Requires visual and auditory acuity at a level to provide safe and effective care. Requires the individual to work for periods of time with arms above shoulder level or with the neck in a fully flexed or extended position and the ability to physically control or protect him/herself from physically abusive patients. Requires the individual to travel in an automobile for several hours at a time.

Contacts

• Address VA Salt Lake City Health Care System 500 Foothill Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84148 US
• Name: VISN 19 HR Contact Center
• Phone: 719-227-4600
• Email: [email protected]