U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Nurse (Palliative Care Coordinator)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70,780.00/yr - $133,742.00/yr
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) — a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval — award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Qualifications
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 — 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/12859667
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 and no 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/
Physical Requirements: Light lifting (under 15 lbs)
Light carrying (under 15 lbs)
Reaching above shoulder
Use of fingers
Both hands required
Walking (8-9 hrs)
Repeated bending (1 hr)
Both legs required
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
Specific visual requirement: See Computer Screen
Both eyes required
Depth perception
Ability to distinguish basic colors
Ability to distinguish shades of colors
Hearing (aid may be permitted)
Environmental Factors: Excessive noise — intermittent
Working closely with others
Working alone
Protracted or irregular hours of work
Preferred Experience: Hospice and Palliative Care — Case Management.
Duties
The Palliative Care Nurse Coordinator Nurse executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership — experience — and creative approaches to management of complex patient care.
The registered nurse demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve the care for a group of patients.
Duties include — but not limited to: Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level.
Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility — Veterans Integrated Systems Network (VISN) — or Veterans Affairs Central Office (VACO).
Program is defined as a substantial coordinated group of activities impacting patients and/or employees.
Primarily responsible for coordination and administrative functioning of the Palliative Care Program — ensuring high quality practices in the treatment of symptoms at the end of life through coordination and integration of various nursing — medical — and complementary interventions.
Responsibility includes coordination of the efforts of the multiple disciplines involved in caring for patients at the end of life.
Serving as a consultant — educator — and resource person — development and implementation of educational programs.
Utilization of VA wide data system and analytics to drive a proactive care approach to services offered in various care setting.
And development and implementation of specific measures to monitor the effectiveness of the program.
Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care.
Assesses — plans — implements — and evaluates care based on age specific components.
Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education — self‑management — and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership — experience — and creative approaches to management of complex client care.
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.
Work Schedule: Monday — Friday 0800‑1630.
Telework: Not available.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov — the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Government Administration
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Nurse (Palliative Care Coordinator)
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70,780.00/yr - $133,742.00/yr
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) — a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval — award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Qualifications
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 — 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/12859667
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 and no 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/
Physical Requirements: Light lifting (under 15 lbs)
Light carrying (under 15 lbs)
Reaching above shoulder
Use of fingers
Both hands required
Walking (8-9 hrs)
Repeated bending (1 hr)
Both legs required
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
Specific visual requirement: See Computer Screen
Both eyes required
Depth perception
Ability to distinguish basic colors
Ability to distinguish shades of colors
Hearing (aid may be permitted)
Environmental Factors: Excessive noise — intermittent
Working closely with others
Working alone
Protracted or irregular hours of work
Preferred Experience: Hospice and Palliative Care — Case Management.
Duties
The Palliative Care Nurse Coordinator Nurse executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership — experience — and creative approaches to management of complex patient care.
The registered nurse demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve the care for a group of patients.
Duties include — but not limited to: Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level.
Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility — Veterans Integrated Systems Network (VISN) — or Veterans Affairs Central Office (VACO).
Program is defined as a substantial coordinated group of activities impacting patients and/or employees.
Primarily responsible for coordination and administrative functioning of the Palliative Care Program — ensuring high quality practices in the treatment of symptoms at the end of life through coordination and integration of various nursing — medical — and complementary interventions.
Responsibility includes coordination of the efforts of the multiple disciplines involved in caring for patients at the end of life.
Serving as a consultant — educator — and resource person — development and implementation of educational programs.
Utilization of VA wide data system and analytics to drive a proactive care approach to services offered in various care setting.
And development and implementation of specific measures to monitor the effectiveness of the program.
Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care.
Assesses — plans — implements — and evaluates care based on age specific components.
Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education — self‑management — and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership — experience — and creative approaches to management of complex client care.
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.
Work Schedule: Monday — Friday 0800‑1630.
Telework: Not available.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov — the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Government Administration
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