Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Vascular)
Location: Minneapolis Minnesota
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is currently interviewing Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Vascular) right now, this vacancy will be placed in Minnesota. For detail informations about this vacancy opportunity please read the description below. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 871787 (Include on all documents)
Shift: Full-Time Day Shift M-F !
Salary : To be determined by Professional Standard Board of your peers and based on your education and experience.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who serve our Country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans.
Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and professionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your country's service.
If you are transitioning from the military or a Veteran already, we invite you to explore the benefits of continuing your career at the VA. The VA is committed to hiring Veterans .
The VA is much more than just another employer. It is an honorable, open and welcoming community of those who care. Gratitude is our motivation and service is our ! mission.
The VA has adopted Core Values and Character! istics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define Â"who we are,Â" our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are I ntegrity, C ommitment, A dvocacy, R espect and E xcellence (Â" I CARE Â").
America's Veterans need you!
To find out more, go to http://www.va.gov/jobs/ KEY REQUIREMENTS
US citizenship
Random drug testing
Background/suitability investigation
English language proficiency
Physical standards
Masters Degree and Certification DUTIES:
The Vascular Nurse Practitioner provides specialty care to veterans with peripheral arterial disease, aneurysmal disease, carotid disease, venous insufficiency and wound problems related to these diseases processes regardless of age, gender or military theater participation. Care is provided in the clinic, on the inpatient surgery ward, the Medical units, the Surgical Intensive Care Unit, and th! e extended care units.. The Vascular APN reportÂ's directly to the Chief, Vascular Surgery. The APN provides specialized care to the patients with vascular disease including: consult triaging, initial patient consultation and follow-up as needed in the clinic, caring for patients on the inpatient service, planning and implementing discharge and post-operative outpatient follow-up.
Primary responsibilities include:
1. Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of vascular pre and post-surgical problems.
2. Assessment and management of vascular patients being treated with conservative management, including obtaining and interpreting additional diagnostic testing as necessary to optimize care and facilitate positive outcomes.
3. Assists with management of the vascular surgical patient pre- and post-operatively in the acute care setting with specific attention to wound care needs.
a. Completes pre-operative work up and prepares patients f! or surgery or interventional procedure. Almost every vascular patient e! xcept dialysis access requires an extensive work up that includes: EKG, Adenosine Thallium, Chest x-ray, ABIÂ's, Medicine Pre-op, and blood work. Many also need a carotid ultrasound, vein mapping and, if the adenosine thallium is positive, a cardiology consult.
b. If the patient is having an AAA or popliteal repair, NP coordinates time to size the aneurysms for repair with the endograft material reps. Also coordinates the scheduling of reps for surgery time.
c. Responsible for bridging of their warfarin medication.
d. The Vascular NPÂ's staff clinic, seeing all post-op follow ups and triaging all consults
e. Manages the inpatient post-operative course including discharge planning since there is often no resident assigned to the service.
4. Participation in various research projects.
5. Education of the patient, medical and nursing students, and various other disciplines as needed.
6. Cleans RME (Reusable Medical! Equipment) per SOP (Standard Operating Procedure).
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
The Vascular Nurse Practitioner collaborates with other disciplines closely to provide a concise, comprehensive delivery of care to ensure positive health care outcomes and promote wellness.
Unique competencies required for this role include:
1. Specialized knowledge and expertise in the care of patient with vascular disease.
2. Specialized knowledge and expertise in the management of acute and chronic wounds including, and not limited to: post amputation wound care, venous stasis ulcers, cellulitis.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship
English language proficiency
Physical standards - All applicants must meet the physical standards for the position. A physical examination prior to employment may be required.
Registration - Current, full, active and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nu! rse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the U! .S. or in the District of Columbia . The RN must maintain a current, full active and unrestricted registration to continue employment with the VA
Educational requirements can be met as follows:
(1) Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State agency, and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed: a) The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC); or b) The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). OR
(2) 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. OR
(3) 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 profe! ssional nursing.
The following requirements are preferred for this position:
At a minimum, applicants should possess experience as an RN that is determined to be sustained and consistently at or above an acceptable level of quality. This may include experience as a Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) provided that candidate was utilized as a professional nurse and passed the State licensing (board) examination on the first attempt, and experience as Nurse Technician Pending Graduation provided the candidate possessed an active, current registration to practice nursing in a State and was utilized as a professional nurse. Professional nursing experience should be documented on the Application for Employment - Nurse and Nurse Anesthetists (VA Form 10-2850a).
References: VA Handbook 5005/27, Part II, Appendix G6, NURSE QUALIFICATION STANDARD, dated March 17, 2009.
Salary determination will be based on a recommendation by the Professional! Standards Board and approved by the Medical Center Director.
! NOTE : Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the United States Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards your qualifications for this position. You can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html . All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency.
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.
A Masters Degree and Specialty Certification is required for this position.
Key competencies required for this position:
- I n-depth knowledge of the most common thoracic surgery procedures, including the usual indications, the possible complications, and the usual post-operative course
- knowledge of key contacts both within the medical center, at ot! her VISN facilities, and in the community so as to effectively facilitate the patientÂ's transition across the continuum of care.
When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of DD-214(s) showing all dates of service as well as character of service (honorable, general, etc.). Additionally, veterans with service-connected disability of 10% or more must also submit a copy of their official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs, or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying their service-connected disability and/or their receipt of compensation for service-connected disability.
Veterans with service-connected disability of less than 10%, nonservice-connected disability, and Purple Heart recipients, as-well-as those claiming derived preference for a spouse, widow or widower, or natural mother, shou! ld refer to and submit a completed SF 15, "Application for 10-Point Vet! eran Preference," and required documentation with your application materials.
For more information on Veterans' Preference, go to http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.asp .
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Complete application packages will be reviewed to determine if the basic qualifications for this position have been met. A listing of candidates who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the hiring facility where the credentialing and privileging screening process is completed.
A self assessment is required if the applicant is scheduled for an interview. It is the applicant's responsibility to request the assessment from the nurse recruiter at 612-467-4382. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement Syst! em. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www.va.gov/jobs/job_benefits/benefits.asp . OTHER INFORMATION:
This position will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Upon completing any required probationary period, the position will be permanent.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. Grade and salary will be based on a recommendation by the Professional Standards Board and approved by the Medical Center Director.
VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department Of Ve! terans Affairs.
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This vacancy starts available on: Fri, 05 Apr 2013 02:00:29 GMT