Registered Nurse - Resource / Float Pool - Intermittent

Summary We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Registered Nurses at all levels to join our Resource Float Pool team. This intermittent position requires the individual to work 2 (8-hour) shifts per pay period. The selected candidates will be responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and / or supervising direct patient care. 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 / 12823633 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 https : / / www.va.gov / ohrm / QualificationStandards / Preferred Experience : Previous experience in a float pool or in multiple nursing specialties (such as Emergency Department - Critical Care Unit - Progressive Care Unit - Mental Health Unit - Medical / Surgical Units - Community Living Center / Cottages - or Post Anesthesia Care Unit) is highly desirable Experience in a variety of patient care settings - with demonstrated adaptability and flexibility A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred Physical Requirements : This position requires visual acuity - keen hearing - clear distinctive speech - and manual dexterity This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking - standing - stooping - sitting - bending - pulling - and pushing Transferring patients and objects may be required The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or operative / invasive procedures The incumbent may occasionally 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 needs. Duties Perform comprehensive assessments - plan care - implement interventions - and evaluate outcomes based on age-specific components Coordinate care focused on patient education - self-management - and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care Administer medications and perform procedures per established policies and guidelines Influence care outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members Execute position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience - and innovative approaches to complex client care As a member of the Resource Float Pool - the RN (across all levels) will : Demonstrate leadership - experience - and innovative approaches to complex patient care Collaborate in the development - implementation - evaluation - and revision of policies - procedures - and / or guidelines Deliver high-quality care across various patient care areas including the Emergency Department - Critical Care Unit - Progressive Care Unit - Mental Health Unit - Medical / Surgical Units - Community Living Center / Cottages - and Post Anesthesia Care Unit Exhibit knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care specific to patient needs Provide peers with formal or informal feedback to promote improvement and professional growth Share knowledge to support colleagues and ensure safe - quality nursing care Foster a supportive and safe environment conducive to professional development for all healthcare professionals Lead efforts to overcome care challenges between units in collaboration with management and within the Shared Governance Structure Evaluate outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes at the individual - group - and population levels Be accountable for the documented outcomes at the program or service level - with broad and complex outcomes demonstrated at any organizational level within the 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 Pay Scale : N0DV Work Schedule : Days / Nights 12 hours with rotation to other shifts as needed Telework : Not available Virtual : This is not a virtual position Relocation / Recruitment Incentives : Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not authorized.