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ID #2357371
State California
City Lomalinda
Full-time
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Showed 2019-05-27
Date 2019-05-27
Deadline 2019-07-26
Category Et cetera
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Associate Chief Nurse (Critical Care)

California, Lomalinda 00000 Lomalinda USA

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Associate Chief Nurse (Critical Care)Department of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview

##### Open & closing dates

05/24/2019 to 08/24/2019

##### Service

Excepted

##### Pay scale & grade

VN 00

##### Salary

$130,657 to $166,500 per year

##### Appointment type

Permanent

##### Work schedule

Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Loma Linda, CARelocation expenses reimbursedYes You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in

accordance with agency policy.Telework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThe Associate Chief of Nursing Service/Critical Care (ACNS/CC),

Nurse IV, is accountable for primary assistance to the Associate

Director for Patient Care Services (ADPCS) for the delivery of

nursing care and management of nursing personnel and resources of

the Critical Care areas which include Intensive Care Unit (ICU),

Emergency Department (ED), Operating Room (OR), Post Anesthesia Care

Unit (PACU) and Short Stay Unit (SSU).Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesThe ACNS assists the Deputy Nurse Executive (DNE) in the

organization and administration of the Nursing Service or other

services/care lines to provide an optimal, achievable quality of

nursing care and maintain optimal professional conduct and practice

of nursing personal. The ACNS directs care for patients generally

ranging in age from 17 through the geriatric years, taking into

consideration diagnoses and physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and

cultural needs. The ACNS is responsible and accountable for the

coordination and evaluation of integrated programs that cross

service and/or discipline lines. The ACNS is directly responsible to

the DNE, and accountable to the ADPCS and collaborates with the

other ACNSs among other supervisory personnel. The ACNS/CC executes

position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience,

and creative approaches to management of complex client care in ICU,

OR, PACU, SSU, and the ED. The incumbent plans for optimum nursing

care in accordance with the overall plan of Nursing Service and/or

other services/care lines. Supervises nursing care to provide

coverage and continuity of care by receiving daily reports of

nursing activities and conditions of patients from Nurse Managers

and Off-Shift Supervisors. Assists the ADPCS in assessing the

nursing care delivery system at the Medical Center. Assists in

establishing a climate within Nursing Service and/or other

services/care lines that promotes optimum care for patients.

Demonstrates a high level of skill in supervising and guiding staff

in the delivery of care for patients with various diagnoses and

changing conditions, which may require specialized care. Guides

staff in the planning, provision, documentation, and evaluation of

patient care

outcomes. Uses creative problem solving in the resolution of complex

clinical and administrative problems.

Uses specialized expertise to assess, design, measure and/or

evaluate broad programs or clinical practice. Utilizes current

trends and relevant theory to identify and analyze problem areas in

programs or practice. Promote continuity and accountability of

patient care by communicating relevant information with team

members, other Medical Center colleagues, patients, and families.Work Schedule: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm with

work day/hours flexibility required as

administrative and/or clinical demands requireFinancial Disclosure Report: Not requiredTravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusYesPromotion Potential4

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- RequirementsConditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

Designated and/or random drug testing required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after

12/31/1959

You may be required to serve a probationary period

Subject to a background/security investigation

Must be proficient in written and spoken English

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online

onboarding process

Must pass pre-employment physical examination

QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements

by the closing date of this announcement, 08/24/2019.

Basic Requirements:

- United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed

when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in

accordance with VA Policy.

- Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the

appropriate State-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). In cases of graduates of foreign

schools of professional nursing, possession of current, full,

active and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement

of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing.

OR The completion of coursework equivalent to a nursing

degree in a MSN Bridge Program that qualifies for professional

nursing registration constitutes the completion of an approved

course of study of professional nursing. Students should submit

the certificate of professional nursing to sit for the NCLEX to

the VA along with a copy of the MSN transcript. (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.

- 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.Preferred Experience:

- Master's degree in nursing - Required, or Doctoral degree

-preferred

- National Certification CEN/CNOR/CCRN preferred

- A minimum of five (5) years of full-time professional nursing

administrative leadership role, practicing in a variety of

nursing settings, including previous supervisory positions in

progressively more responsible leadership assignments exhibiting

substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for

population groups or integrated programs that cross service

and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and

health care is strongly desired.

- Demonstrated success in planning and activating new

units/programs, with demonstrated leadership in formulating new

policies/practice protocols and in preparing programs for

accrediting body reviews, such as Joint Commission

- Demonstrated leadership serving as an expert in developing

methodologies that lead to improved critical care outcomes

provided by continual oversight and program evaluation of the

following;

- VA Surgical Quality Improvement Program (VASQIP)

- AACN Scope and standards for Critical Care Nursing Practice

- Emergency Disaster Preparedness DrillsGrade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in

determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate,

the level within a grade:

- Nurse IV - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN

and approximately 4-5 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a

Doctoral degree in nursing or related field and appropriate

basic or advanced certification desired, and approximately 3-4

years of nursing practice/experience.

- Nurse V - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN

(or a Bachelor's degree in a related field) and approximately

5-6 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree

(preferred) in nursing or related field and appropriate basic or

advanced certification desired, and approximately 4-5 years of

nursing practice/experience.Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part

II, Appendix G-6 Nurse Qualification Standard. This can be found in

the local Human Resources Office.Physical Requirements: Position at times requires heavy lifting

(45 pounds and over), heavy carrying (45 pounds and over), straight

pulling (4 hours), pushing (4 hours), use of fingers and both hands,

walking and standing 8-12 hours, repeated bending 8 hours, both legs

required, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination

simultaneously, near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to

4, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in other

eye, depth perception, ability to distinguish shades of colors, hear

(aide permitted). Transferring patients and objects required. The

incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated

materials and will be required to don protective clothing in

isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures. The incumbent

may 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 and

departmental needs.EducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application

if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities,

schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal

employment. You can verify your education here:

http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education

to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of

Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit

for that education. For further information, visit:

http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationAnnual leave shall accrue for full-time Nurses, and Nurse

Anesthetists at the rate of 8 hours for each full biweekly pay

period.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional

vacancies.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have

faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer

competitive status.VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related

positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the

Schedule A excepted appointment authority.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for

Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at

VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and

coaching and reintegration support for military service members.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for

information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the

qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE

MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your

application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be

verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or

omissions may affect consideration for employment.NOTE: Candidate's education and length of nursing practice

(experience) will be considered by a Nurse Professional Standards

Board in determining the grade and salary of the applicant selected.

The recommended salary may be at any point in the range listed for

this vacancy.Experience as an RN will be evaluated to determine if the experience

is of an acceptable level of quality with regard to the following

four dimensions of nursing: Practice, Professional Development,

Collaboration and Scientific Inquiry. Each dimension of practice has

criteria that demonstrate essential core competencies for VHA

Nursing Personnel. The criteria are as follows:

Practice: practice, ethics and resource utilization;

Professional Development: performance, education/career

development;

Collaboration; collaboration, collegiality;

Scientific Inquiry: quality of care, research

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer

work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps,

AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;

philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and

skills and can provide valuable training and experience that

translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for

all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredYes- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application

Package which includes:

Resume

VA Form 10-2850a - Application for Nurses and Nurse Anesthetists can

be found at:

http://www.va.gov/vaforms/searchaction.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search.The following documents are accepted, and may be required if

applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this

position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all

documents required for your application, such as a copy of your

transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former

Federal employees), etc.

- Cover Letter

- DD-214

- Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)

- OF-306

- Other

- Other Veterans Document

- Resume

- SF-15

- SF-50

- TranscriptIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution

recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be

credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the

attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting

institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this

vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may

affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a

comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your

family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to

make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal

benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold

and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific

benefits offered.- How to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this

position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the

documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The

complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on

08/24/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire

click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10510875.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log

in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your

USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete

the occupational questionnaire.

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and

appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS

account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the

Application Status link and then select the more information link

for this position. The Details page will display the status of your

application, the documentation received and processed, and any

correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your

uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan

process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA

JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy

announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents

from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a

condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of

Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals

who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where

patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as

part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,

VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers

(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary

units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA

licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and

unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee

basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,

and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to

receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a

face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationClaudia BustamantePhone909-825-7084 X6551EmailCLAUDIA.BUSTAMANTE@VA.GOVAddressJerry L Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital

11201 Benton Street

Loma Linda, CA 92357

USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a

confirmation notification by email. After we receive application

packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy

announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure

qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review

is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will

be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be

notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office

for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final

notification once a selection decision has been made.You may check the status of your application at any time by logging

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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to

apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/534822700. Only resumes

submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed

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