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The Nurse Manager (NM) in Nursing Mental Health (MH) at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital (JAHVH) is one of the busiest and most complex in the nation with over 6,000 employees, with several outpatient clinics dispersed over a large geographic region. Additionally, the hospital and clinics support and train a large number of residents, interns, and trainees in a wide variety of medical specialties and healthcare occupations through multiple academic affiliations. 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: Master's Degree in Nursing from an NLN/CCNE-accredited School of Nursing preferred.3-5 years of successful professional (RN) nursing practice in Mental Health or Management and demonstrate competencies in clinical practice, leadership skills, and team building. Effective communication and organizational skills, including computer literacy. Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade: 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: Master's Degree in Nursing from an NLN/CCNE-accredited School of Nursing preferred.3-5 years of successful professional (RN) nursing practice in Mental Health or Management and demonstrate competencies in clinical practice, leadership skills, and team building. Effective communication and organizational skills, including computer literacy. ["VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Responsibilities The Nurse Manager will be responsible for the overall Nursing operations of the new, 30, bed Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP). The NM functions as a supervisor and assumes accountability 24/7 for operations, identified procedures areas, and clinics. The Nurse Manager is accountable to the Chief Nurse, Mental Health Services. The Nurse Manager's duties consist of but are not limited to the following: Responsible and accountable for the overall functioning of the Mental Health unit and the provision of nursing care. The responsibilities also include staffing, scheduling, resource utilization (human, supplies/equipment), patient flow, performance improvement activities, and leading communication to and from the unit. Responsible for staff and program evaluations, time, attendance and leave reviews. Possesses the knowledge and skills to effectively apply all aspects of the nursing process within a collaborative, mental health interdisciplinary practice setting, which will enable effective implementation of health promotion and prevention practices, management of acute and chronic illnesses, and attainment of optimal levels of functioning. Demonstrates and ensures safety in staff work practices that include adherence to Environment of Care for Mental Health, Infection Prevention, and Control standards, use and operation of equipment, and safe patient handling principles/practice. Understanding and utilization of computer skills are required. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of Mental Health patients. The knowledge includes understanding changes associated with aging and principles of growth and development relevant to the adult and geriatric population. Serves as the leader of customer service for prospective areas, with staff participation, and the unit patient advocate and works with the facility patient advocates. Provides leadership in the application of the nursing process to client care, organizational processes, and/or systems improving outcomes at the program or service level. Provides leadership in identifying and addressing ethical issues that impact clients and staff, including initiating and participating in ethics consultations. Manages program resources (financial, human material, or informational) to facilitate safe, effective, and efficient care. Implements an educational plan to meet changing programs or service needs for self and others. Maintains knowledge of current techniques, trends, and professional issues. Uses professional standards of care and practice to evaluate programs and/or service activities. Uses group processes to identify, analyze, and resolve care problems. Coaches' colleagues in team building. Makes sustained contributions to health care by sharing expertise within the Medical Center or external to it. Initiates interdisciplinary projects to improve organizational performance. Collaborates with others in research activities to improve care. All other duties as assigned, pertaining to this occupation, to meet the needs of the Agency, Department, Facility, and/or Service. Provide clinical and administrative leadership, serve as a link between nursing personnel and other disciplines, and implement the vision, mission, plans, and standards of Nursing Service and the Medical Center. Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and act as a technical, clinical, and administrative resource to nursing personnel and other allied disciplines in interpreting and applying policies and procedures. Managing the patient care environment including budgeting, supplies, equipment, and patients. Collaboration in developing, implementing, and maintaining JAHVH, mission, goals, policies, and EEO guidelines. Directing continuous improvement activities and ensuring nurse readiness for all internal and external reviews including TJC, CARF, and Office of Mental Health. Responsible for all issues that affect nursing including standards of practice, credentialing, training, function statements, position descriptions, proficiency reports, performance appraisals, policies, procedures, protocols, and competencies. Creating and advocating for a healthy work environment that is conducive to the recruitment and retention of highly competent nursing staff with diverse backgrounds. Managing staffing process using VA Staffing Methodology and electronic staffing programs. Data collection, analyzing, trending, and reporting, including nurse-sensitive indicators, and risk management. Work Schedule: Normal workdays/hours will be Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with workday/hours flexibility required as administrative and/or clinical demands require. 24/7 Responsibilities. Telework: Not Eligible. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required."]

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