Registered Nurse (Casa Grande)

<p>The PACT RN is a skilled nurse who is able to work proficiently with some level of supervision to optimize patient care, patient safety and operational efficiency for patients. The focus of the individual's performance encompasses a combination of clinical, administrative, education and research. The PACT RN must demonstrate performance that impacts more than one individual and patient care assignment. This position located in Casa Grand</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System is seeking Registered Nurse's for (PACT) in the Nursing, Ambulatory Care Service. The incumbent uses the nursing process and evidence-based practice to collaborate with the Team (Patient, Primary Care Provider, RN Care Manager, Clinical Associate, and Clerical Associate) and expanded Team (family/caregiver, internal, and community -based services involved in providing care to the patient) in developing the patient-driven care plan for life. Responsibilities: The incumbent possesses the knowledge and skills to effectively apply all aspects of the nursing process within a collaborative, interdisciplinary practice setting to facilitate the effective care of patients. Within the framework of the nursing process and through highly developed clinical expertise, the RN is able to assess, monitor and treat patient responses to life-threatening health problems. The Incumbent is responsible for collaboration with administrative and clinical staff in actively managing and planning for actual and potential needs of patient population groups. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of care, patient and family education, patient self-management after discharge, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction. Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in unit/program level quality improvement processes and initiatives as well as customer service programs. Integrates nursing protocols in daily practice to work to the top of education and competency. The incumbent .leads teams, contributes to team huddles, and actively collaborates in all phases of patient care planning; reviews team metrics and assist team in developing a plan to improve patient outcomes. Integrates population health into daily practice, using patient-centered needs and goals, assessment, and metrics while using motivational interviewing Completes two-day discharge calls, coordinate discharge follow-up from the hospital, Emergency Department (ED), or other setting Provides patient and family education with a focus on self-management, shared decision making, and prevention and wellness that is based on the individual patient's goals. Recognizes urgent or emergent patient care situations and initiates appropriate emergency interventions as directed. Completes daily population health nursing visits to improve patient wellness. Participates in team performance improvement and sustainment activities to optimize team efficiency and care delivery to patients and Perform virtual care modality visits (VVC). 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: Compressed Tour, rotating shift per clinic needs Monday-Friday Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required</p><h3>Requirements</h3>U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. 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. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. 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). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.