Nurse Manager - Women's Health
Direct Jobs, Decatur, GA, United States
Summary
Serves as a first-line Nurse Manager responsible for supervising staff - coordinating patient care - and ensuring quality - safe - and efficient operations. Applies the nursing process - supports staff development - collaborates with interdisciplinary teams - and ensures compliance with regulatory and organizational standards while promoting patient-centered - evidence-based care.
Qualifications
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)
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)
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 than 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/12937785
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 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
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 population of male and female veterans served ranges from the adult - age 18 - to the elderly adult - age 65 and over
The VA Medical Center is a major interdisciplinary teaching facility - serving medical - surgical - and neurological inpatients and outpatients
There is a large outpatient psychiatric population - with admissions for medical co‑morbidities
This position requires visual acuity (glasses permitted) - keen hearing (hearing aid permitted) - clear distinctive speech - and manual dexterity
This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking (up to 8 hours) - standing (up to 8 hours) - stooping - sitting - bending (up to 8 hours) - pulling - and pushing
Light lifting under 15 lbs
Light carrying 15-44 lbs
Transferring patients and objects may be required
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
Use of rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
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.
Duties
The Atlanta VA Medical Center - Ambulatory Care Service - is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff - oversee unit operations - and ensure safe - high-quality patient care
Duties: The designated first-line supervisory authority is responsible and accountable for the operation of their assigned units and provides coverage for other NMs as needed
Responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation - training - development of staff - and evaluation of individual staff performance
Functions as a role model - educator - practitioner - and supervisor providing leadership to the team
Influence care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence-based cutting‑edge programs/processes Engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth
They adhere to ethical principles in decision‑making - fostering accountability at personal - organizational - and staff levels
Equip staff with tools for culturally competent care and promote a culture of accountability for high‑quality - cost‑effective outcomes
Cultivate alliances across the care continuum - building trust through active listening - engagement - and emotional intelligence
Contributes to the development of care delivery models and environmental design - ensuring evidence-based - accessible - affordable - and equitable patient care
Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards
Aligns nursing/clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes - participating in strategy planning and execution
Promotes an inclusive workplace valuing diversity to achieve the organization’s vision and mission
Maintains knowledge and ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards - Directives - policies - and standard operating procedures (SOP)
Provides peers with informal constructive feedback for improvement
Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe - quality nursing care
Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals
Contributes a professional nursing perspective in discussions with the interdisciplinary team
Partners with others to effect change and produce optimal outcomes
Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals - groups - and populations
Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level
Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a 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: 8:00am to 4:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Incentives and PCS: Not Authorized
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Serves as a first-line Nurse Manager responsible for supervising staff - coordinating patient care - and ensuring quality - safe - and efficient operations. Applies the nursing process - supports staff development - collaborates with interdisciplinary teams - and ensures compliance with regulatory and organizational standards while promoting patient-centered - evidence-based care.
Qualifications
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)
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)
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 than 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/12937785
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 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
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 population of male and female veterans served ranges from the adult - age 18 - to the elderly adult - age 65 and over
The VA Medical Center is a major interdisciplinary teaching facility - serving medical - surgical - and neurological inpatients and outpatients
There is a large outpatient psychiatric population - with admissions for medical co‑morbidities
This position requires visual acuity (glasses permitted) - keen hearing (hearing aid permitted) - clear distinctive speech - and manual dexterity
This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking (up to 8 hours) - standing (up to 8 hours) - stooping - sitting - bending (up to 8 hours) - pulling - and pushing
Light lifting under 15 lbs
Light carrying 15-44 lbs
Transferring patients and objects may be required
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
Use of rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
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.
Duties
The Atlanta VA Medical Center - Ambulatory Care Service - is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff - oversee unit operations - and ensure safe - high-quality patient care
Duties: The designated first-line supervisory authority is responsible and accountable for the operation of their assigned units and provides coverage for other NMs as needed
Responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation - training - development of staff - and evaluation of individual staff performance
Functions as a role model - educator - practitioner - and supervisor providing leadership to the team
Influence care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence-based cutting‑edge programs/processes Engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth
They adhere to ethical principles in decision‑making - fostering accountability at personal - organizational - and staff levels
Equip staff with tools for culturally competent care and promote a culture of accountability for high‑quality - cost‑effective outcomes
Cultivate alliances across the care continuum - building trust through active listening - engagement - and emotional intelligence
Contributes to the development of care delivery models and environmental design - ensuring evidence-based - accessible - affordable - and equitable patient care
Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards
Aligns nursing/clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes - participating in strategy planning and execution
Promotes an inclusive workplace valuing diversity to achieve the organization’s vision and mission
Maintains knowledge and ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards - Directives - policies - and standard operating procedures (SOP)
Provides peers with informal constructive feedback for improvement
Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe - quality nursing care
Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals
Contributes a professional nursing perspective in discussions with the interdisciplinary team
Partners with others to effect change and produce optimal outcomes
Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals - groups - and populations
Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level
Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a 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: 8:00am to 4:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Incentives and PCS: Not Authorized
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