Duties

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He/she provides care and counseling in the promotion and maintenance of health and prevention of illness and injury based upon the nursing process which 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.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining consistent assignment, ensuring continuity of care to as much as possible
• Completes and accuracy documents physical assessments on admission, to include/but not limited to: all body systems and assigned assessments designated in the CLC.
• Accurately assesses changes in the Resident's abilities (age related, other injuries, cognition etc.) and medical situations (new colostomies, enteral feedings, prosthesis etc.) and acts appropriately to teach and implement new skills to promote Resident independence, safety and social interactions.
• Communicates and interacts appropriately and courteously with all internal and external customers
• Maintains confidentiality of electronic, written, and/or verbal Resident/employee information
• Assures that Restorative Care measures are implemented by Team Members
• Assures Resident preferences are honored as much as possible while embracing all aspects of the Cultural Transformational Model adopted in the CLC as this demonstrates flexibility
• Assures Resident dignity is maintained at all times, such as providing privacy during the provision of care, coverage of drainage bags, clean/shaven, nails clean and trimmed, incontinent pads are not visible on beds
• Assesses, develops and implements personalized approaches to care for Resident's diagnosis(es) specific needs that address behavioral expressions of unmet needs utilizing nonpharmacological interventions as much as possible.
• Uses an AOL documentation system to validate and ensure proper care is documented for fluid consumption, bowel elimination, and other activities of daily living
• Incorporates approaches to care that promote optimal physical functioning, nutrition and hydration needs and enhances the quality of life; also, incorporates environmental interventions that minimize distress.
• Reviews MDS results in collaboration with the Resident Assessment Coordinator and takes appropriate corrective actions, as indicated.
• Assures accuracy of data entered for Care Manager for desirable Resident outcomes.
• Implements cultural transformation activities while also employing diversional activities on a consistent basis
• Monitor and ensure that environment of care standards and safety protocols are implemented in all areas of CLC
• Assures hand-off communication with an Resident activities and not limited to, i.e., discharge, absent sick in hospital (ASIH), authorized absence (AA), and appointments
• Demonstrates working practices that include adherence to Infection Control standards and the safe use and operation of equipment for all aspects for Resident care and family/visitor interactions
• Accurately assesses changes in Resident's condition and acts quickly and appropriately
• Facilitates interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Supports the Resident in successfully coping with his/her physical limitations, environmental barriers and social prejudices that he/she encounters.
• Actively participates and leads others in the process of retraining the Resident to return to the community through creative and individualized approaches that restore the Resident's feeling of wholeness and self-respect.
• Assures discharge goals are implemented by the team members and timely initiates, assesses and adjusts the rehabilitation interventions to improve the Residents physical and functional status to successfully achieve goals within designated timeframes whenever possible.
• Actively participates in Long-Term Care Institute (LTCI) readiness and CLC Compare performance improvement activities
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
• 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.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• 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:
  

  • Proof of RN License
  • Resume

  
  
  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
  • License
  • 10-2850a
  • Proof of RN License
  • MISC
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

  
  
  VA Form 10-2850 an be found at: Find A VA Form | Veterans Affairs.
  
  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.

• 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 05/09/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11940954.

  • 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

  Loretta Johns

  Phone

  910 488 2120 X1619

  Email

  Loretta.Johns@va.gov

  Address

  Fayetteville NC VA Medical Center
  2300 Ramsey Street
  Fayetteville, NC 28301
  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.

• 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

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.