Registered Nurse - Foot Care

SummaryThe John J. Pershing VA Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for foot care in our Specialty Clinic. The Registered Nurse - trained in foot care nursing - is a supportive staff member utilizing evidence-based principles applicable to the Podiatry Service. This nurse will work with the Podiatrist and use the service agreement to review consultations for medical necessity - ensuring Veteran service is provided in a timely manner.QualificationsBasic Requirements:English Language ProficiencyIn 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 EnglishGraduate 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 programUpon 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 programCredit 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 ColumbiaGraduate 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/certificationGrade 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 gradeThe 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/12952793Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competenciesAn Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing requiredNurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complexAn 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 requiredNurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planningSelf-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situationsAn ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experienceOR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experienceNurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with othersA BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experienceOR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experienceNurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice settingMSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IIIOR 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 IIIOR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IIIOR 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 degreesReference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/Physical Requirements: This position requires visual acuity - keen hearing - clear and articulate speech - and manual dexterityIt involves potential prolonged periods of walking - standing - stooping - sitting - bending - pulling - and pushing up to 35 pounds - in accordance with the Safe Patient Handling Program Directive 2010-032Responsibilities may include transferring patients and objects - with mechanical inpatient lifts provided for assistanceThe incumbent may be exposed to infectious patients and contaminated materials and may need to wear protective clothing in isolation environments - during operative or invasive procedures - or in home settingsOccasionally - there may be exposure to patients who exhibit combative behavior due to delirium - dementia - or psychiatric conditionsThe ideal candidate will be mature - adaptable - and capable of working effectively under stress while shifting priorities based on patient needsCompletion of annual Employee Health requirements - such as TB screening or testing - is a condition of employment.DutiesThe registered nurse specializing in foot care is responsible for providing evidence-based - gender-specific care to specialty care patients and supervising licensed vocational nurses and nursing assistantsThis role includes delivering direct patient care and coordinating care within the Specialty Care Department for Veterans and their familiesThe nurse manages assigned patient panels - utilizes registries - and ensures timely assessments and access to care for patientsResponsibilities also encompass health promotion - patient education on wellness - disease prevention - and management of chronic conditionsAdditionally - the nurse will assist in coordinating nursing education - orientation - and competency development - as well as participating in quality improvement initiatives and outcomes analysisDuties include but are not limited to: Oversee the delivery of nursing care to patients with complex needs - utilizing the nursing process in accordance with the ANA Standards of Nursing PracticeEnhance veteran and patient-centered care by addressing experience-related challenges - including care coordination - timeliness - process improvements - areas of concern - and environmental factors within the immediate practice settingAct as a advocate for patients - families - and caregivers to promote improved outcomes within the immediate practice settingLead the implementation of high-reliability principles and I CARE values to enhance the consistency of care provided and improve patient outcomesLead patient care improvement through monitoring - analyzing - and evaluating care outcomes in the immediate practice settingLead teams - participate in team meetings - and actively collaborate throughout all phases of patient care planningIntegrate goals - opportunities - and resources effectivelyImplement evidence-based practices and research to improve outcomes within the immediate clinical settingPreferred Experience: Experience in Surgical Ambulatory Care/Outpatient Wound CareA minimum of three (3) years of successful clinical nursing practice with experience in Surgical Ambulatory Care/Outpatient CareConsult - triage - and management experienceVA 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 positionRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized