Registered Nurse - CLC Restorative Program Coordinator

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.

The Albany VA Medical Center is seeking a qualified full-time Registered Nurse to function as the Community Living Center Restorative Program Coordinator at the Albany location. The Community Living Center (CLC) Restorative Program Coordinator - Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing competent, evidence-based care to assigned residents and oversight of licensed vocational nurses/nursing assistants, as appropriate to the setting. The incumbent will assist in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization consultation. The RN is responsible for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care, and assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. He/she will administer medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines, and influence care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. The core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in the unit/program level quality improvement process and initiatives as well as customer service programs. Duties include but are not limited to: Demonstrate leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others. Evaluate patients in the CLC upon admission to Restorative Care Program and monthly thereafter to determine the potential for the program. Screening Veterans and conducting initial assessment prior to admission to the Restorative Care Program. Outline and implement measurable functional goals for Veterans to reach their highest level of function and maximize their independence. Collaborate with educators, Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT) in recruiting and admitting patients to the Restorative Care Program and develops goals to maximize the patient's independence and functioning. Evaluate patient progress toward goals monthly and institute changes in therapy, goals, and activities when needed. Monitors assignments to ensure they are appropriate with the level of education and training demonstrated of restorative personnel. Provide developmental opportunities for program staff to acquire clinical restorative nursing skills and expertise. Develop and implement educational programs and/or in-services to keep nursing staff current in restorative care practice and documented competencies and implement strategies and programs for restorative nursing care that is consistent with the facilities mission, vision, policies, goals, and objectives. Responsible for the outcomes of the patient/client as measured by the MDS quality indicators, which is shared with the multidisciplinary team. Provide peers with informal constructive feedback for improvement and foster a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals. Supports colleagues through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care. Additional duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-Time. Day Tour (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) with options for every other weekend. Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Not authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN2EDRPCoordinators@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards that includes: 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

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 evaluation. 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.