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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 Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner)
Education: A post‑master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner
(Applicants pending the completion of educational requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until the education requirements are met.) Must be a 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)
NOTE: Foreign Education
Graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing programs – the nurse practitioner degree equivalency must be validated through an agency recognized degree equivalency evaluation agency – such as the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)
Candidates with equivalent nurse practitioner masters or doctorate level degrees who possess current – full – active – and unrestricted registration and certification will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant appointment
License – All APN (NPs) must possess and maintain an active – current – full – and unrestricted APN license to practice as an NP in a State – Territory or Commonwealth of the United States – or in the District of Columbia
Basic Board Certification – All APN (NPs) must maintain full and current basic board certification in one of the following: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) – Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) – Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) – or Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (GNP) from one of the following: the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) – or other nationally recognized certifying body in the area in which the Nurse Practitioner is academically prepared
NOTE: Grandfathering Provision – All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and an APN (NP) assignment that are also 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
The following Scope – Education and Experience – and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) II: Exception to Licensure for Graduate Nurse Technicians
Candidates who otherwise meet the basic requirements – but do not possess the required licensure and/or certification – may be appointed at the entry step of the Nurse II – as a Graduate Nurse Technician – Nurse Practitioner on a temporary appointment up to any period not‑to‑exceed one year and a day under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 405(c)(2)(B)
Scope – Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for APN (NP)
Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for APN (NPs)
No experience is required
Dimension Requirement: APNs (NPs) at level II are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice
Delivers evidence‑based health care – demonstrating proficiency in the ability to manage a patient panel – population – or program
Outcome Focus
Utilizes research and evidence‑based practice to evaluate the patient care delivery system within a patient panel or program – presents findings and contributes to changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of veteran/patient care
Leadership – Works effectively as a leader within a team/unit/group and seeks interdisciplinary collaboration as appropriate to enhance patient care
Professional Development – Acquires knowledge and skills to develop expertise in area of practice
Professionalism/Collegiality – Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior – promoting cooperation and teamwork
Participates in interdisciplinary teams and processes that positively impact patient outcomes
The following Scope – Education and Experience – and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) III: Scope – Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership – experience – and creative approaches to management of complex client care
Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for an APN (NP) AND one year of specialized APN (NP) experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level
Dimension Requirement: APN (Nurse Practitioners) at grade III are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice
Influences and models the delivery of evidence‑based health care – demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel – population – or program
Outcome Focus – Leads and implements changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of Veteran/patient care applying research and evidence in the delivery of healthcare for patient populations
Leadership – Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams informed by structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that positively impact care for a patient panel – population – or program
Professional Development – Acquires knowledge and skills – then disseminates acquired information within and/or outside the medical facility
Professionalism/Collegiality – Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams developing systems that positively impact outcomes at the panel – population – or program level
Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior – promoting cooperation and teamwork
Physical Requirements: All applicants must be physically able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position
A pre‑placement physical examination shall be completed prior to appointment.
Duties
The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) II Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) practices in Primary Care Service to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality – timeliness – and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission
The NP provides advanced clinical practice – consultation – and management
This position is located within the VA Bedford Healthcare System – Gloucester CBOC location
Major duties include – but are not limited to: Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence‑based practice
Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management
Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members
Orders and interprets labs – tests – and diagnostic studies
Prescribes pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic interventions
Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services
Provides education to patients and their families
Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes
Exemplifies the ICARE core values of‑Integrity – Commitment – Advocacy – Respect – and Excellence
Other duties as assigned
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) (Prorated based of part‑time hours worked) 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: Part‑time – Monday‑Friday 8am‑4:30p (Schedule will vary) 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 Karen.Chapman@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF‑50 – (Notice of Personnel Action)
The SF‑50 must identify the position title – series – grade – step – tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted)
In some cases – more than one SF‑50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held
The incumbent may be required to travel to other VA campuses and CBOC's
Narrative responses to the knowledge – skills and abilities (KSAs) may be required from the selectee in order to proceed with the appointment
This position will be posted in other disciplines which can be considered to fill this vacancy
Qualified applicants from all three announcements will be referred to the service for consideration but only one of the announcements will result in an applicant filling the position
The two job announcements for this vacancy are: Physician vacancy number: 12854678
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Qualifications Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner)
Education: A post‑master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner
(Applicants pending the completion of educational requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until the education requirements are met.) Must be a 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)
NOTE: Foreign Education
Graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing programs – the nurse practitioner degree equivalency must be validated through an agency recognized degree equivalency evaluation agency – such as the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)
Candidates with equivalent nurse practitioner masters or doctorate level degrees who possess current – full – active – and unrestricted registration and certification will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant appointment
License – All APN (NPs) must possess and maintain an active – current – full – and unrestricted APN license to practice as an NP in a State – Territory or Commonwealth of the United States – or in the District of Columbia
Basic Board Certification – All APN (NPs) must maintain full and current basic board certification in one of the following: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) – Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) – Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) – or Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (GNP) from one of the following: the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) – or other nationally recognized certifying body in the area in which the Nurse Practitioner is academically prepared
NOTE: Grandfathering Provision – All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and an APN (NP) assignment that are also 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
The following Scope – Education and Experience – and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) II: Exception to Licensure for Graduate Nurse Technicians
Candidates who otherwise meet the basic requirements – but do not possess the required licensure and/or certification – may be appointed at the entry step of the Nurse II – as a Graduate Nurse Technician – Nurse Practitioner on a temporary appointment up to any period not‑to‑exceed one year and a day under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 405(c)(2)(B)
Scope – Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for APN (NP)
Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for APN (NPs)
No experience is required
Dimension Requirement: APNs (NPs) at level II are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice
Delivers evidence‑based health care – demonstrating proficiency in the ability to manage a patient panel – population – or program
Outcome Focus
Utilizes research and evidence‑based practice to evaluate the patient care delivery system within a patient panel or program – presents findings and contributes to changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of veteran/patient care
Leadership – Works effectively as a leader within a team/unit/group and seeks interdisciplinary collaboration as appropriate to enhance patient care
Professional Development – Acquires knowledge and skills to develop expertise in area of practice
Professionalism/Collegiality – Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior – promoting cooperation and teamwork
Participates in interdisciplinary teams and processes that positively impact patient outcomes
The following Scope – Education and Experience – and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) III: Scope – Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership – experience – and creative approaches to management of complex client care
Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for an APN (NP) AND one year of specialized APN (NP) experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level
Dimension Requirement: APN (Nurse Practitioners) at grade III are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice
Influences and models the delivery of evidence‑based health care – demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel – population – or program
Outcome Focus – Leads and implements changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of Veteran/patient care applying research and evidence in the delivery of healthcare for patient populations
Leadership – Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams informed by structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that positively impact care for a patient panel – population – or program
Professional Development – Acquires knowledge and skills – then disseminates acquired information within and/or outside the medical facility
Professionalism/Collegiality – Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams developing systems that positively impact outcomes at the panel – population – or program level
Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior – promoting cooperation and teamwork
Physical Requirements: All applicants must be physically able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position
A pre‑placement physical examination shall be completed prior to appointment.
Duties
The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) II Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) practices in Primary Care Service to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality – timeliness – and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission
The NP provides advanced clinical practice – consultation – and management
This position is located within the VA Bedford Healthcare System – Gloucester CBOC location
Major duties include – but are not limited to: Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence‑based practice
Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management
Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members
Orders and interprets labs – tests – and diagnostic studies
Prescribes pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic interventions
Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services
Provides education to patients and their families
Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes
Exemplifies the ICARE core values of‑Integrity – Commitment – Advocacy – Respect – and Excellence
Other duties as assigned
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) (Prorated based of part‑time hours worked) 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: Part‑time – Monday‑Friday 8am‑4:30p (Schedule will vary) 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 Karen.Chapman@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF‑50 – (Notice of Personnel Action)
The SF‑50 must identify the position title – series – grade – step – tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted)
In some cases – more than one SF‑50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held
The incumbent may be required to travel to other VA campuses and CBOC's
Narrative responses to the knowledge – skills and abilities (KSAs) may be required from the selectee in order to proceed with the appointment
This position will be posted in other disciplines which can be considered to fill this vacancy
Qualified applicants from all three announcements will be referred to the service for consideration but only one of the announcements will result in an applicant filling the position
The two job announcements for this vacancy are: Physician vacancy number: 12854678
#J-18808-Ljbffr