The Nurse Manager (NM) of Office of Community Care demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise, leadership, and creative approaches to management of complex care. Demonstrates knowledge of Scope of Practice and RN accountability in assignment, delegation and supervision of staff. Focuses on coordinating care for veterans in the community. Requires comprehensive knowledge of community care eligibility, MISSION Act eligibility criteria, care coordination and critical thinking.

Duties

Is proficient with VISTA, CPRS, DST, Power BI Serves as liaison for Veteran who is undergoing care in the community and coordinates care for specified care: Assumes role as primary contact. Reviews and ensures the plan of care is clinically appropriate and matches the patient's care needs and is consistent with patient choice and available resources. Serves as liaison between patients/family/caregivers and VA-providers or community providers Actively intervenes and resolves/escalates when barriers to service exist Establishes working relationships with all appropriate health care providers Demonstrates progressive leadership skills Demonstrates application of problem-solving skills at the unit level, and use of team approaches to identify, analyze and resolve problems Serves as a role model in assessing and evaluating patient status and identifying priority needs for care Assists with tracking and monitoring of OCC metrics and quality indicators Knowledgeable of the Community care consult process, serves as subject matter expert Demonstrates knowledge of eligibility criteria and the contingency plan for determining eligibility Demonstrates knowledge of SEOC's and how to determine the appropriateness Receives and dispositions consults within the established time frame Demonstrates knowledge of the pharmacy benefit for CCN and instructs patients and providers on the process Demonstrates knowledge of Community Provider DME request process Demonstrates knowledge of the proper consult closure process Demonstrates knowledge of developing a care coordination plan note, reviews the clinical services, documents and communicates the plan to transition the patient. Conducts comprehensive case management assessment and develops a plan that includes measurable goals Demonstrates knowledge of applications when implemented: HSRM, PPMS, VHIE, REF DOC and TPA portal 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, subject to change based on needs of the facility Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Preferred Experience: Master's Degree in Nursing Care Coordination/managed care experience Works well with interdisciplinary team Demonstrated leadership, self-direction, collegiality, and rational problem-solving skills Evidence of strong communication skills written and oral Excellent interpersonal skills Exceptional organizational skills & ability to prioritize work Exceptional flexibility & adaptability to an ever changing and rapidly expanding program Independent leadership role (formal or informal) in a complex hospital setting Experience utilizing systems redesign principles to improve healthcare systems Experience with statistical methods, data analysis, and project management 3-5 years of successful nursing practice and progressive leadership experience with current experience in designated specialty Knowledge of labor management relationship program, EEO, Human Resources standards, Retention and Recruitment standards, budgetary/internal control system, and Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance initiatives Potential to exhibit leadership/managerial skills in facilitating collaboration of service/ departments and integrated units in the planning and provision of care for diverse groups of patients Demonstrated skills and knowledge in critical thinking, problem solving, and experience dealing with complex interpersonal situations Demonstrated skills in project management and coordinating care in a multidisciplinary setting

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/12574574. 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: This position requires visual acuity (including depth perception), keen hearing (aide permitted), clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity in both hands. This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking (2-4 hours), standing (2-6 hours), stooping, sitting, bending, pulling (1-2 hours), and pushing (1-2 hours), lifting (>50lbs), carrying (> 50lbs). Transferring patients and objects may be required. Mechanical inpatient lifts are provided. May be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations, operative/invasive procedures, or home settings. May be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities base on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment. Must be able to work closely with others, as well as protracted or irregular hours of work. Must be in compliance with the use of ergonomic exercises and employee safety requirements.

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 Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center 2002 Holcombe Boulevard Houston, TX 77030 US
• Name: Sanjaruth Harkleroad
• Phone: (412) 822-3108
• Email: [email protected]