Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Job description

Summary

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. This announcement will remain open until closing date or until filled. Qualified applicants will be reviewed & referred on a regular basis based on hiring need. This position is eligible for the following (for full information please see below): Recruitment/relocation incentive Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) - Work 72 hours - get paid for 80 hours Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

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:

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

Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position

Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.

Duties

Why Join Omaha VA? Your role will directly impact the health and quality of life of those who served our nation

Make an impact

Serve those who served us

Be a part of Omaha VA! Unique Experience: Build lasting connections with Veterans

Provide hands‑on care that truly makes a difference

Supportive Environment: Join a dedicated - mission-driven team dedicated to excellence

Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development

Exciting Opportunity on our Medical‑Surgical Units: Our Medical‑Surgical units are designed to cater to patients recovering from surgeries - managing chronic illnesses - and undergoing complex treatments - with low patient-to-nurse ratios - ensuring personalized care

5E: Mixed Medical/Surgical Unit: Specializes in comprehensive care for a diverse range of medical and surgical patients

This unit is ideal for nurses who enjoy variety in their work

6E: Cardiac Care Medical/Surgical Unit: Specializes in acute and chronic cardiac conditions within a general medical/surgical setting

Team members work closely with the hospital medicine team to care for patients with heart disease - heart failure - and those recovering from cardiac procedures

7E: Post‑Surgical Care and Oncology Medical/Surgical Unit: Offers a unique blend of post‑surgical recovery and oncology/chemotherapy care

Our skilled team supports patients through the critical phases following surgery and provides specialized care to those undergoing cancer treatment

Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse duties include - but are not limited to - the following: Assesses - plans - implements - and evaluates 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

Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines

Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team

Provides competent - evidence‑based care to assigned patients with oversight of licensed vocational nurses/nursing assistants as appropriate to the setting

Assists in directing the provision of nursing education - orientation - competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization

Partners with the patient - family - and interdisciplinary team to promote effective and safe transitions across the health care continuum

Preferred Experience: 1-2 years Med/Surg experience VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: Paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave and 13 days of sick leave per year

Paid Federal holidays) 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: Day and night shifts available - to include rotating weekends and holidays

Eligible for Alternate Work Schedule (AWS)

work 72 hours - get paid for 80 hours - after orientation is complete

Day Shift: 7:30 a.m

to 8:00 p.m

Night Shift: 7:30 p.m

to 8:00 a.m

Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: A recruitment/relocation incentive is authorized for eligible - highly qualified applicants

Please contact the HR specialist for specific requirements

EDRP: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program

You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment

Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application

Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply

The EDRP Coordinator(s) can be reached at Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers

This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well‑being and live their lives to the fullest

As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care - you will operate in a model with three core elements - seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran

This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community

This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well‑being.

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Worksite address

omaha, NE, 68197, US

Who can apply

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