Registered Nurse- Employee Occupational Health

Duties

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The Employee Occupational Nurse duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Demonstrating good customer service by being poised, articulate, adaptive, and respectful in communicating with and caring for people of varied educational, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds.
• Actively participating in unit/program level quality improvement processes and initiatives as well as customer service programs.
• Assigning patient care responsibilities based upon patient needs and competencies of staff.
• Safely and effectively using equipment required for patient care.
• Incorporating feedback regarding performance, and interpersonal skills, to enhance professional development.
• Executing medical regimens including administering medications and treatments prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized provider, per established policies and guidelines.
• Assessing, developing, and implementing a plan based on patient's learning needs, learning preference, and readiness to learn, along with provider competencies to assure safe, efficient, and cost-effective care.
• Demonstrating fundamental leadership skills, sharing knowledge, and developing others.
• Instructing patients and families in basic health teaching and planning.
• Committing to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, or community
• Assuming responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of care, patient and family education, patient self-management after discharge, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction.
• Providing care and counseling of persons, or in the promotion and maintenance of health and prevention of illness and injury, based upon the nursing process.
• Using the Occupational Health Recordkeeping System (OHRS), Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) and the Bar Coded Medication Administration (BCMA) software per policy.
• Determining the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimal care.
• Demonstrating integration of theoretical concepts, basic/fundamental critical thinking skills, and technically skilled practice.
• Completing initial assessment of patient condition and response to treatment and initiating follow-up, or updating of plan, as needed.
• Evaluating human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding.
• Following up to ensure that assigned delegated tasks are completed by team members.
• Considering all characteristics of the individual, including age and life stages, state of health, race and culture, values, and previous experiences.
• Documenting consistently, accurately, concisely, and timely.
• Systematic data gathering, assessment.
• Demonstrating integration of biopsychosocial concepts, cognitive skills, and technically competent practice in providing care to patients with basic or complex needs.
• Seeking knowledge and skills appropriate to the practice setting to improve performance.
• Participating effectively on teams to plan and manage patient care.
• Managing nursing care of patients by organizing and completing own assignments in a safe and timely manner, and assisting team members as necessary.
• Influencing care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Using quality improvement findings to guide and direct own practice.
• Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care based on age-specific components.
• Including the patient and family/significant other in developing the initial plan of care and establishing goals.
• Health teaching, health counseling; provision of care supportive to, or restorative of, life and well-being.
• Performing his/her duties independently on a day to day basis.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• 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.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Performance Appraisal
• License
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• 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.
• SF-15
• Transcript
• Other (3)
• Disability Letter (VA)
• Resume
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
• Resume
• Privacy Act
• New employee probationary period
• Cover Letter
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• Separation Notice (RIF)

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request
• Disability Letter (Schedule A)

• How to Apply

  All 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 05/29/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11965080.

  • 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.

  Agency contact information

  Angela Fleming

  Phone

  734-769-7100

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  Ann Arbor VA Medical Center
  2215 Fuller Road
  Ann Arbor, MI 48105
  US

  Next steps

  Once 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 into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
  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). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP 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 medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Other (1)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
  

  • License
  • Resume
  • Transcript

  
  VA Form 10-2850a - Application for Nurses and Nurse Anesthetists can be found at: About VA Form 10-2850A | Veterans Affairs.
  Not required at time of application.
  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/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • Other (3)
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

  
  Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

  If 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.

• Professional Certification
• Other (2)
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request
• License
• Transcript
• 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility 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.

Required Documents