Community Living Center (CLC) Nurse Manager

OverviewThe Community Living Center (CLC) Nurse Manager of Programs functions as a clinical expert and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. The NM assesses - plans - implements - and evaluates delivery of care based on age specific components - and assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education - self-management - and customer satisfaction by overseeing the CLC program.QualificationsEnglish Language ProficiencyIn accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken EnglishGraduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited 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)OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor/'s level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge programUpon achievement of a State license - the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program(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 to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education programCredit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)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 ColumbiaGraduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements - but do not possess the required licensure - may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certificationGrade Determinations: The following Scope - Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates - and if appropriate - the level within a gradeThe Dimension requirements (Practice - Veteran/Patient Driven Care - Leadership - Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competenciesAn Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing requiredNurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complexAn ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience requiredNurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planningSelf-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situationsAn ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2OR a Master/'s degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experienceOR a Master/'s degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experienceNurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with othersA BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3OR a Master/'s degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experienceOR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experienceNurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice settingMSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IIIOR a Master/'s degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IIIOR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IIIOR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III*Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degreesPreferred Experience: Two or more years of Community Living Center (CLC) experienceTwo or more years of managerial experience including Progressive Leadership and Assistant Nurse Manager experienceSalary for this position ranges dependent upon applicant qualifications Grade 1 - Levels 1-3: $150 -806-$200 -570 annually Grade 2: $177 -942-$225 -700 annually Grade 3: $193 -957-$225 -700 annually Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit Requirements: This position requires visual acuity - keen hearing - clear distinctive speech - and manual dexterityThe position requires potentially - long periods of combined walking - standing - stooping - sitting - bending - pulling - and pushingThe incumbent must be a mature - flexible - sensible individual capable or working effectively in stressful situation - able to shift priorities based on needs of the organizationThe incumbent may be required to travel occasionallyThis position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignmentsTelework is position dependent and appropriate approvals are requiredtelework is not guaranteed and incumbent must comply with all regulations relevant to telework agreements - policies - and processesIf a position requires driving - incumbent is required to maintain compliance with all relevant policies and processes.DutiesThe CLC Nurse Manager of Programs has direct oversight for staff in the following programs: Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinators - Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC) - Wound Care - Restorative Care Coordinator - Falls & Safe Patient Handling and Mobility Coordinator - Admissions & Discharge Coordinator - and Clinical Nurse LeaderThe CLC Nurse Manager of Programs works collaboratively with other members of the CLC Leadership team to ensure quality care is provided to our VeteransThe CLC NM directly supervises assigned nursing personnel in the Community Living Center - a 120-bed service line providing long term care - skilled care - rehabilitation - and hospice servicesThe NM is accountable for adhering to established policies - standards of care and standards of practiceDuties and responsibilities include: Oversees daily administrative and clinical operations of the assigned unitFormulates and implements policies and proceduresKeeps updated on CMS Long-Term Care trends - developments - and regulationsEnsures continuous accreditation readinessMonitors quality metrics and drives performance improvement activities - including SAIL and CLCParticipates and serves as Chair/Co-Chair in committees and task forces to enhance nursing practice and patient careEnsures customer service - patient satisfaction - employee safety - and a healthy work environmentMaintains 24/7 staffing levels and meets nursing hours per patient day requirementsPromotes education - professional growth - mentorship - and clear role expectationsSupports student nurse clinical experiences and orients new Nurse ManagersAssigns a Nurse Manager for administrative coverage in their absenceProvide coverage for Nurse Managers in their absence - as neededEncourages participation in shared governance and facility councilsEvaluates nursing care standards and clinical practices in line with ICARE valuesImplements and evaluates initiatives for improved patient care deliveryEnsures compliance in documentationEngages in team conferences - daily discharge huddles - interdisciplinary meetings - in-services - staff meetings - and shared governance councilsMonitors compliance with Medical Center and Nursing policies - and accreditation standardsAnalyzes data to inform programmatic - staffing - and patient care decisionsCollaborates proactively with labor partners and adheres to EEO principlesEnsures timely completion of performance appraisals for direct reportsVA 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: 7:30am-4:00pm - varies on department needs Virtual: This is not a virtual positionRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17