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The medical/surgical/telemetry nurse provides care for a panel of medical/surgical/telemetry patients. She/he recognizes and reports physiology and/or psychological deviations such as symptoms of hemorrhage, shock, obstructed airway and/or anaphylaxis, etc. Incumbent charts pertinent data regarding the patient's condition such as procedures performed, vital signs, pre-op and post-op assessments, consent site verification, IMed consents, and handoff reports. The RN is responsible for checking charts for the next day. She/he makes sure all required labs and EKG, history and physicals are done prior to procedure. Nurse will also make sure that the correct surgical site has been marked appropriately or if site is unable to be marked, identifying armband will be placed on patient by nurse and initialed by physician. Incumbent adheres to all rules of safe environment in the pere-operative area. Incumbent performs a wide range of complex nursing procedures, some of which include performing catheterizations, bladder scan, IV insertion, accu-checks, initiating and abiding by isolation protocols and performing nasal swabs for MRSA screening of all patients being admitted. In addition, the nurse performs pre-op phone calls and provides clear and concise discharge instructions to patients and families with written and verbal communication. She/he is responsible for maintaining up to date all mandatory training and attending required in-services as well as maintaining current ACLS and BLS certification. The incumbent will possess effective communication skills and customer service practices.

Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 662714

NOTE: INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS will receive a rating of IDMA (ineligible for consideration for this position since you failed to submit required documents as specified in the vacancy announcement). Please refer to the How to Apply section for the list of required documents.

To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.

How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?

As a VA professional nurse, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips.

VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities.

For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/ .

DUTIES:

Major Duties:

The medical/surgical/telemetry nurse provides care for a panel of medical/surgical/telemetry patients. She/he recognizes and reports physiology and/or psychological deviations such as symptoms of hemorrhage, shock, obstructed airway and/or anaphylaxis, etc. Incumbent charts pertinent data regarding the patient's condition such as procedures performed, vital signs, pre-op and post-op assessments, consent site verification, IMed consents, and handoff reports. The RN is responsible for checking charts for the next day. She/he makes sure all required labs and EKG, history and physicals are done prior to procedure. Nurse will also make sure that the correct surgical site has been marked appropriately or if site is unable to be marked, identifying armband will be placed on patient by nurse and initialed by physician. Incumbent adheres to all rules of safe environment in the pere-operative area. Incumbent performs a wide range of complex nursing procedures, some of which include performing catheterizations, bladder scan, IV insertion, accu-checks, initiating and abiding by isolation protocols and performing nasal swabs for MRSA screening of all patients being admitted. In addition, the nurse performs pre-op phone calls and provides clear and concise discharge instructions to patients and families with written and verbal communication. She/he is responsible for maintaining up to date all mandatory training and attending required in-services as well as maintaining current ACLS and BLS certification. The incumbent will possess effective communication skills and customer service practices.

TOUR OF DUTY: Evening and or Nighttours (3:30pm-12:00mnand or 11:30pm-8:00am) with rotating weekends and holidays

RELOCATION EXPENSES: Not Authorized

RECRUITMENT or RELOCATION BONUS: Not Authorized

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. Citizenship

• Full unrestricted Licensure, Certification, or Registration required.

• Must pass pre-employment examination.

• Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.

• Background and/or Security Investigation required.

• English Language Proficiency required.

Bring your expertise to VA and be valued as part of a team that is recognized and respected for significant contributions to medicine. You'll enjoy a patient-focused environment, terrific benefits and incentives, and the ability to practice at any VA facility in the country.