Summary

Functions as a clinical expert responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. Demonstrates sound decision-making - judgment - and excellent interpersonal skills - influencing care outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative process improvement initiatives.

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/12990030
• Grade/Level Scope Education 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/
• Preferred Experience A minimum of two years of successful - hands-on clinical nursing experience in a primary care or ambulatory care setting - demonstrating advanced clinical judgment and comprehensive patient care skills
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience - such as serving as a nurse manager - clinical coordinator - or charge RN - with demonstrated ability to oversee nursing operations - support staff development - and ensure compliance with clinical standards and organizational policies.

Duties

• Boise - Idaho blends urban sophistication with outdoor thrills
• Take a stroll through Downtown Boise & Old Boise - where history meets modern design - or the Boise River Greenbelt
• The city offers a vibrant and diverse dining and night life scene - Visit Boise's food guide - and is home to Boise State University's Bronco Stadium
• Boise is a Kid friendly and Pet friendly destination
• For more adventure head to Bogus Basin Ski Resort & Boise Foothills - or to the world-famous Sun Valley or scenic McCall
• The Boise VA Healthcare System provides health care services at 6 locations in Idaho and eastern Oregon
• Facilities include our Boise VA Medical Center and 5 community-based outpatient clinics in Caldwell - Mountain Home - Salmon - and Twin Falls - Idaho - and Hines - Oregon
• To learn more about the services each location offers - visit the VA Boise health services page
• The Nurse Manager (NM) is the designated first-line supervisory authority - responsible and accountable for the operation of their assigned units - providing coverage for other NMs as needed
• Duties and responsibilities include - but are not limited to: Clinical Practice & Care Coordination 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
• Functions as a role model - educator - practitioner - and supervisor - providing leadership to the team
• Contributes professional nursing perspective in discussions with the interdisciplinary team
• Staff Development & Supervision Responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation - training - and development of staff
• Evaluates individual staff performance
• Equips staff with tools for competent care and promotes an environment of accountability for high-quality - cost-effective outcomes
• Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe - quality nursing care
• Provides peers with informal constructive feedback for improvement
• Collaboration & Interdisciplinary Leadership Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence-based programs and processes
• Promotes alliances across the care continuum - building trust through active listening - engagement - and emotional intelligence
• Partners with others to effect change and produce optimal outcomes
• Engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth
• Ethics - Accountability & Professional Standards Adheres to ethical principles in decision-making - fostering accountability at personal - organizational - and staff levels
• Maintains knowledge of and ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards - directives - policies - and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards
• Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals
• Strategic Planning & Organizational Alignment Contributes to the development of care delivery models and environmental design - ensuring evidence-based - accessible - affordable - and equitable patient care
• Aligns nursing and clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes - participating in strategy planning and execution
• Promotes a positive workplace culture to achieve the organization's vision and mission
• Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals - groups - and populations
• Responsible for documented outcomes at the 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: Week 1 Monday-Thursday: 7:30am - 5:00pm (alternative schedule: 7:00am - 4:30pm) Friday: Off Week 2 Monday-Thursday: 7:30am - 5:00pm (alternative schedule: 7:00am - 4:30pm) Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm Compressed/Flexible: available Telework: Not available