Registered Nurse Nurse Manager Amb Care-Surgery Specialty
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Danville, IL, United States
Summary
Functions as a clinical expert and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates delivery of care based on age‑specific components. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self‑management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
Qualifications
English Language Proficiency (basic written and spoken English required in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f))
Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by an accrediting agency (ACEN or CCNE) or completed equivalent coursework in a master’s‑level bridge program, with opportunity to receive a registered nursing license upon completion.
Upon achieving a state license, the individual may be appointed on a temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment after completing the bridge program (reference VA Handbook 5005 – Appendix G6).
Foreign‑educated nursing graduates must have current, full, active, and unrestricted registration from a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States (or the District of Columbia). Equivalent degrees higher than an associate degree require formal equivalency validation from a recognized evaluator such as International Consultants of Delaware.
Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) candidates who meet basic education requirements but lack licensure may be appointed at the entry grade and level as a GNT on a 120‑day temporary appointment, up to two years, while pursuing licensure. (Note: Grandfathering provision applies to current VHA staff in the 0610 series as of 1/29/2024.)
Grade and level determinations are based on scope, education, and dimension criteria detailed in the online assessment (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12938450). Required credentials include varying combinations of ADN/Diploma, BSN, MSN, and doctoral degrees with corresponding experience levels (details omitted for brevity).
Preferred experience: 1–2 years of related nursing experience.
Physical requirements: walking, bending, stooping, light lifting, and extended periods of sitting.
Duties
Influences care outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and creating innovative process‑improvement initiatives.
Acts as the first‑line supervisory authority responsible for 24/7 operations of assigned units and provides coverage for other nurse managers as needed.
Directs and supervises orientation, training, staff development, and performance evaluation.
Serves as a role model and educator, providing leadership and coaching to the team.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to remove barriers, implement evidence‑based programs/processes, and promote high‑quality, cost‑effective outcomes.
Engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth.
Adheres to ethical principles, fostering accountability at personal, organizational, and staff levels.
Equips staff with tools for lifestyle‑competent care and promotes a culture of accountability.
Cultivates alliances across the care continuum, fostering trust through active listening, engagement, and emotional intelligence.
Ensures evidence‑based, accessible, affordable, and equitable patient care.
Maintains compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards, directives, policies, and SOPs.
Aligns nursing/clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes, participating in strategy planning and execution.
Promotes an inclusive workplace valuing diversity, supporting the organization’s vision and mission.
Benefits
VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary with regular increases and potential performance awards.
Paid Time Off: 50 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays).
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% employer contribution.
Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care coverage (many programs transferable into retirement).
Licensure: Requires one full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory.
Work schedule: Monday–Friday 07:30–16:00; no telework or virtual option.
Relocation/recruitment incentives: Not authorized.
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Functions as a clinical expert and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates delivery of care based on age‑specific components. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self‑management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
Qualifications
English Language Proficiency (basic written and spoken English required in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f))
Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by an accrediting agency (ACEN or CCNE) or completed equivalent coursework in a master’s‑level bridge program, with opportunity to receive a registered nursing license upon completion.
Upon achieving a state license, the individual may be appointed on a temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment after completing the bridge program (reference VA Handbook 5005 – Appendix G6).
Foreign‑educated nursing graduates must have current, full, active, and unrestricted registration from a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States (or the District of Columbia). Equivalent degrees higher than an associate degree require formal equivalency validation from a recognized evaluator such as International Consultants of Delaware.
Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) candidates who meet basic education requirements but lack licensure may be appointed at the entry grade and level as a GNT on a 120‑day temporary appointment, up to two years, while pursuing licensure. (Note: Grandfathering provision applies to current VHA staff in the 0610 series as of 1/29/2024.)
Grade and level determinations are based on scope, education, and dimension criteria detailed in the online assessment (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12938450). Required credentials include varying combinations of ADN/Diploma, BSN, MSN, and doctoral degrees with corresponding experience levels (details omitted for brevity).
Preferred experience: 1–2 years of related nursing experience.
Physical requirements: walking, bending, stooping, light lifting, and extended periods of sitting.
Duties
Influences care outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and creating innovative process‑improvement initiatives.
Acts as the first‑line supervisory authority responsible for 24/7 operations of assigned units and provides coverage for other nurse managers as needed.
Directs and supervises orientation, training, staff development, and performance evaluation.
Serves as a role model and educator, providing leadership and coaching to the team.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to remove barriers, implement evidence‑based programs/processes, and promote high‑quality, cost‑effective outcomes.
Engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth.
Adheres to ethical principles, fostering accountability at personal, organizational, and staff levels.
Equips staff with tools for lifestyle‑competent care and promotes a culture of accountability.
Cultivates alliances across the care continuum, fostering trust through active listening, engagement, and emotional intelligence.
Ensures evidence‑based, accessible, affordable, and equitable patient care.
Maintains compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards, directives, policies, and SOPs.
Aligns nursing/clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes, participating in strategy planning and execution.
Promotes an inclusive workplace valuing diversity, supporting the organization’s vision and mission.
Benefits
VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary with regular increases and potential performance awards.
Paid Time Off: 50 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays).
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% employer contribution.
Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care coverage (many programs transferable into retirement).
Licensure: Requires one full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory.
Work schedule: Monday–Friday 07:30–16:00; no telework or virtual option.
Relocation/recruitment incentives: Not authorized.
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