Nurse Practitioner Employee Occupational Health

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Posted:
27-Feb-22
Location:
Roseburg, Oregon
Salary:
Open
Categories:
General Nursing
Internal Number:
639586600
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Learn more Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), 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 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. Licensed or otherwise recognized as a nurse practitioner in a State; maintain full and current certification as a nurse practitioner from the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying body. [The certification must be in the specialty to which the individual is being appointed or selected.] Preferred Experience: Three (3) years employee occupational health experience or five years VA experience. 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 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: Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs); Straight pulling (0.5 hour); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (1 hour); Standing (3 hours); Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Ability to distinguish basic colors, and shades of colors; Hearing (aid may be permitted); Emotional/Mental stability; Typing/computer work (6 hours); Basic Life Support skills (chest compressions). [The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is assigned to the Acute Care and Associated Services service. The Occupational Health Department description and population served is as defined in applicable Scope of Service. The Occupational Health (OH) APRN facilitates the delivery of quality care to employees and volunteers who present for employee health, employee injury/illness concerns, surveillance for specifically defined populations of employees, and employee wellness. The primary location of service is Roseburg main campus. Some travel to Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) related to the various program elements may be required throughout the year as planned, infrequent visits. Functions are, but not limited to: Oversees care provided to employees and volunteers in the Occupational Health Program. Provides leadership and has continuing responsibility for the updating, deployment, coordination, and evaluation of the Occupational Health (OH) program at the VA Roseburg Healthcare System (VARHS). Programs include pre-employment screening, incumbent annual health evaluation and immunization, post-exposure counseling and treatment, evaluation and reporting of employee work related injuries and illnesses (OWCP), and maintenance of employee health records. Responsible, in collaboration with the OH RN, for Case Management for employees with work related illnesses, injuries, and exposure. Assumes responsibility for compliance with applicable VHA Directives, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, Center for Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health (CEOSH), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, VISN and local policy, and other related documentation and guidance. Incumbent is responsible for collaborating with OH physician on Department of Labor exams, follow up, and reports as necessary. Collaborates with Human Resources on employees with work-related injuries. Assures all medical/nursing management of patients is within the credentialing scope of practice. Maintains oversight and responsibility for professional practice issues, including appropriate licensure and certification. Provides care and counseling of persons or in the promotion and maintenance of health and prevention of illness and injury based upon the nursing process that includes systematic data gathering, assessment, appropriate nursing judgment, and evaluation of human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling; provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and well-being; and executing medical regimens including administering medications and treatments prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized provider. Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in program level quality improvement processes and initiatives and customer service programs. Executes leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross service and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and health care. Responsible for leading the multidisciplinary team in coordinating and supporting care activities from the point of diagnosis and across the continuum of care through disposition for patients receiving services at VARHS. Provides leadership that facilitates the delivery of quality coordinated care through the application of the nursing process, medical model, and using patient-centered principles of care. Works effectively with all levels of staff and promotes collaborative efforts with other healthcare professionals. Responsible for the development and continued effective functioning of the unit while working collaboratively with other VISN 20 facilities to improve coordination of care Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 0800 - 1630nCompressed/Flexible: Not AvailablenTelework: Not AvailablenVirtual: This is not a virtual position.nRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizednEDRP Authorized: Contact ****, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.nFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required]
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