There is a Part-time (72 hours per pay period) or Full-Time (80 hours per pay period) position for a Staff Nurse Education Coordinator. The Staff Nurse Education Coordinator will provide education and support, as directed, for operational and clinical direction within the Acute Nursing Outpatient Division as well as staff within the clinical setting. This position is full-time, and Days w/ rotations. 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 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). The approving official may authorize a waiver of the requirement for ACEN or CCNE accreditation of any degree in nursing provided the college or university has regional accreditation from an accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education at the time of the candidate's graduation and the composite qualifications of the applicant warrant such consideration. 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. Preferred Experience: Operating Room RN Experience > 3 years preferred Knowledge of statistics and computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to maintain and prepare reports regarding employee education compliance data. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide coaching and mentoring. Knowledge of principles of quality and performance management, patient safety and evaluation techniques and ability to support ongoing improvement activities. Knowledge and experience in nursing education theory and application. Knowledge and experience as a preceptor for new nursing hires. Leadership in improving and sustaining quality and effectiveness of care Certified Nurse of the Operating Room (CNOR) certification is preferred Knowledge and experience with LEAN system thinking principles. MSN preferred 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 I - An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with no additional nursing practice/experience required. Nurse I Level II - An ADN or Diploma in Nursing and approximately 1 year of nursing practice/experience; OR an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a bachelor's degree in a related field with no additional nursing practice/experience; OR a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional nursing practice/experience. 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 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing or related field with a BSN and approximately 1-2 years 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 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience. Note regarding MSN degrees: If your MSN was obtained via a Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration, a BSN is not required. 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: Walking, bending, stooping, and some lifting in the direct care of patients. There may also be extended periods of sitting. ["There is a Part-Time (72 hours per pay period) or Full-Time (80 hours per pay period) position for a Staff Nurse Education Coordinator. The Staff Nurse Education Coordinator will provide education and support, as directed, for operational and clinical direction within the Acute Nursing Outpatient Division as well as staff within the clinical setting. This position is full-time, and Days w/ rotations. 7-3:30 w/ rotations, Monday through Friday Staffing in OR approx. 50% of assignment The Staff Nurse Education Coordinator is responsible and accountable for the development and delivery of staff development and educational programming. The nurse is responsible for the monitoring of competencies, TMS and their documentation, ensuring program effectiveness by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team. He/she assists in the monitoring of compliance with Medical Center and Nursing policies as well as accrediting agencies. The nurse will actively lead in-services and continuing education programs for the OR team as well as 1-on-1 teaching and simulation lab setting. The nurse will be competent in all clinical aspects of Operating Room care and develop working relationships with multidisciplinary partners. The nurse is also responsible for developing and maintaining orientation processes for new nursing hires within the program. Preferences: Operating Room RN Experience > 3 years preferred Knowledge of statistics and computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to maintain and prepare reports regarding employee education compliance data. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide coaching and mentoring. Knowledge of principles of quality and performance management, patient safety and evaluation techniques and ability to support ongoing improvement activities. Knowledge and experience in nursing education theory and application. Knowledge and experience as a preceptor for new nursing hires. Leadership in improving and sustaining quality and effectiveness of care Certified Nurse of the Operating Room (CNOR) certification is preferred Knowledge and experience with LEAN system thinking principles. MSN preferred Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required 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"]

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