Summary

The Nurse Manager (NM) is the designated first-line supervisory authority and is responsible and accountable for the operation of their assigned units and provides coverage for other NMs as needed. The NM is responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation, training, development of staff, and evaluation of individual staff performance. They function as a role model, educator, practitioner, and supervisor, providing leadership to the team.

Duties

The Nurse Manager (NM) functions as a clinical expert and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. Functions or scope of assigned duties include, but are not limited to:

• Organizes care delivery for the clinic programs in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in a manner that promotes continuity and accountability for patient care.
• Provides direct care to the clinic patient(s).
• Participates in the development of Service Line/Service philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that philosophy, objectives, and necessary policies and procedures are implemented.
• Implements procedures and monitors compliance by staff members.
• Initiates and leads program planning and problem identification/resolution leading to an improvement of care for the clinic program and unit.
• Manages assigned resources and identifies creative strategies to increase efficiency within area(s) and program.
• Evaluates unit-based staffing needs in terms of quantity and practice level of personnel required.
• Prepares reports and analyzes data to ensure resources are efficiently used, while providing quality care in assigned area(s).
• Takes a leadership role in providing input and participating in the budgetary process at the area(s) and service level.
• Evaluates the need for new equipment, plans for future equipment, and space needs on the unit.
• Explores and evaluates equipment options and completes preparation of required request.
• Manages assigned control funds.
• Collaborates with other professionals to participate in recruitment and retention of quality staff.
• Guides and counsels staff with supervisory consultation.
• Addresses performance issues and conduct problems in a timely manner.
• Completes performance appraisals and proficiency reports in a timely manner, allowing for staff participation in the evaluation process.
• Recognizes and rewards positive performance and outcomes.
• Monitors standards of care and practice application in assigned area(s) and initiates/leads changes as appropriate.
• Contributes to the development of care delivery models and environmental design, ensuring evidence-based, accessible, affordable, and equitable patient care.
• Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals.

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: Monday to Friday, 0730-1600. Variable to support the needs of the clinic.
• Telework: Not available.
• Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

Requirements

Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.

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.

Additional information

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