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Assistant Unit Manager- MICU/MedstepDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview
##### Open & closing dates
05/29/2019 to 06/12/2019
##### Service
Excepted
##### Pay scale & grade
VN 00
##### Salary
$60,894 to $106,723 per year
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocation3 vacancies in the following location:-Indianapolis, INRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryA new position exists for an Assistant Nurse Manager for the
MICU/Medical Stepdown Units. Both Units combined account for 22
inpatient beds as well as the facilities main Telemetry monitoring
system. The primary diagnoses of the patient population include
cardiovascular disease and related illnesses, COPD, CHF, pneumonia,
cancer, renal failure, dementia, sepsis, CVA, and GI related
diagnosis.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesDuties included but are not limited to:1. 1. Leads/delegates group activities to solve problems or
accomplish a specific task. Serves as a role model in the
delivery of comprehensive patient/family care and the
resolution of issues.
2. Applies a collaborative team approach in identifying,
analyzing and resolving patient flow issues. Promotes
continuity of care through collaboration with patients,
families and healthcare teams
3. Applies problem-solving skills leading to resolution of
barriers to patient flow.
4. Evaluates staff performance and provides feedback as
appropriate
5. Implements an educational plan to meet changing program or
service needs for self and others. Maintains knowledge of
current techniques, trends and professional issues.
6. Facilitates open exchange of ideas between peers,
management, and staff; creatively responds to and evaluates
suggestions for improvement.
7. Participates in educational assessment of unit staff and
recommends to MICU/Medical Stepdown Unit Manager priority of
topics for staff development.
8. Supports participation in professional organizations.
9. Shares clinical/
10. As directed by the MICU/Medical Stepdown Unit Manager,
conducts staff meetings to facilitate communication,
disseminate information /lead and promote interdisciplinary
interaction and problem solving.
11. Provides staff with ongoing feedback related to performance
and assists the MICU/Medical Stepdown Unit Manager with
staff performance appraisals and Individual Development
Plans.
12. Demonstrates effective conflict resolution/management
skills.
13. Creates an atmosphere in which nurses build professional
relationships with peers and colleagues in the
interdisciplinary team.
14. Provides opportunities for nurses to share knowledge through
coaching and mentoring.
15. Establishes/maintains effective collegial relationships
between services, within administration and with other
leaders in the health care community.
16. Assures compliance with standards and regulations related to
clinical practice through data collection, interpretation,
and reporting of findings with appropriate recommendations
including VANOD and other nurse sensitive data bases.
17. Assures that patients are treated in a professional manner
with tact, courtesy, and respect.Work Schedule:
Day/Evenings- Primary 7:30a-6:00p ( 10 hour shifts) w/ weekend
rotation -1 vacancy
Evening/Nights- Primary 7:30p-8:00a ( 12 hour shifts) w/ weekend
rotation- 2 vacanciesFinancial Disclosure Report: Not requiredTravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusYesPromotion Potential00
#### Job family (Series)
0610 Nurse- 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, 06/12/2019.
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:
- - BSN Preferred.
- At least three to five years of ICU nursing experience is
highly preferred.
- ACLS is required.
- Telemetry experience within last 3-5 years desired.
- Supervisory experience preferred.Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in
determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate,
the level within a grade:
- Nurse I Level I - An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in
Nursing, with no additional nursing practice/experience
required.
- Nurse I Level II - An ADN or Diploma in Nursing and
approximately 1 year of nursing practice/experience; OR an ADN
or Diploma in Nursing and a bachelor's degree in a related field
with no additional nursing practice/experience; OR a Bachelor's
of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional nursing
practice/experience.
- Nurse I Level III - An ADN or Diploma in Nursing and
approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR an
ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in a related
field and approximately 1-2 years of nursing
practice/experience; OR a BSN with approximately 1-2 years of
nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing
(MSN) or related field with a BSN and no additional nursing
practice/experience.
- Nurse II - A BSN with approximately 2-3 years of nursing
practice/experience; OR ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a
Bachelor's degree in a related field and approximately 2-3
year's of nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in
nursing or related field with a BSN and approximately 1-2 year's
of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree in nursing
or meets basic requirements for appointment and has doctoral
degree in a related field with no additional nursing
practice/experience required.
- Nurse III - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN
and approximately 2-3 year's of nursing practice/experience; OR
a Doctoral degree and approximately 2-3 year's 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:
This position involves considerable amount of standing, walking,
stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and turning. It requires
restraining confused clients, repositioning patients, assisting with
transfers from wheel chairs/stretchers and transporting them to
other departments or facilities. Mechanical devices are available
and are required to be used for heavy or difficult to lift clients.
The work may involve pushing or lifting in excess of 50 pounds and
going up and down flights of stairs. The position requires visual
and auditory acuity at a level to provide safe and effective nursing
care. The position requires the nurse to work for periods of time
with arms above shoulder level or with neck in a fully flexed or
extended position and the ability to physically control or defend
against emotionally ill clients. The position also requires ability
to work on computers for extended periods of time.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.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 requiredYesPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processSuitability/Fitness- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
Resume
SF-50- Internal facility/agency employees
10-2850a- External applicants
Required for External Applicants- 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.
Required for Internal Applicants- Most recent SF-50 showing
current salary for internal considerationFailure to provide one of the documents listed above (SF-50 or VA
Form 10-2850a) will result in ineligibility.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
- 10-2850a ( Application for Nurse and Nurse Anesthetists)
- disability Letter
- Resume
- 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
06/12/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire
click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10509596.
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 informationLauren ShepherdPhone317-988-3470 X83470EmailLauren.Shepherd@va.govAddressRichard L Roudebush VA Medical Center
1481 West Tenth Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
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
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