Chief Nurse GEC Specialty

Summary This position is located in Nursing Service Geriatrics Extended Care unit at the Alvin C. York VA in Murfreesboro, TN. Responsibilities RN Administrative Pay Scale NG 60 The Chief Nurse of GEC Specialty provides senior leadership and oversight for daily clinical and administrative operations within Nursing Service, Geriatrics and Extended Care department t as directed by the Associate Director for Patient Care Services (ADPCS). Functions as an advisor, administrator, educator, consultant, and mentor who possesses a wide range of experience and leadership ability. Supports the integration and collaboration of nursing with other professional disciplines and functional areas in the mutual achievement of patient-centered and organizational goals. They champion a High Reliability Organization (HRO) of safety founded on a systems approach to developing evidence-based health care solutions based on prevention, not punishment, with collective mindfulness. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, including other program and service leaders at the facility and network. They work closely to establish and maintain effective relationships with all levels of Veteran Affairs (VA) staff nationwide. Relates effectively with customers, families, and the community as well as program and service leaders at the local and network levels. They assist the ADPCS with healthcare operations and the functions and activities expected of them. Contributes ideas and recommendations for the establishment of standards of care, policies, and objectives for the enhancement of nursing. The Chief Nurse is responsible for ensuring appropriate nursing practice in the delivery of nursing care to Veteran patients and managing staffing resources as first or second line supervisor within the GEC/Community Living Center (CLC) Specialty Areas of 8A and 8B Geriatric-Mental Health/Dementia units, Admission Coordination, Restorative Nursing, and RAI/MDS Nursing program at the Alvin C. York Campus and Wound Care services throughout the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System. Provides executive leadership and direct supervision to the Nurse Managers. A major component of the position involves collaboration with and providing leadership for other health professionals in the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive rehabilitation and community living center care programs. Strategically aligns programmatic operations to mirror evidence-based procedures and processes across the enterprise, ascribing to strong corporate function/leadership, business acumen, and regulatory compliance. She/he collaborates with respective Service Chiefs to develop goals and objectives that support the strategic plan, meet the needs of Veteran patients, satisfy staff, and result in positive clinical and administrative outcomes. Reports directly to the Deputy ADPCS and covers in his/her absence as designated. Preferred Experience: 4 years of progressive Nursing leadership/management experience 3 years Geriatric Nursing experience 3 years Mental Health Nursing experience Wound care experience and/or certifications 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: Based on the needs of the service Telework: Ad Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 (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

Created: 2026-03-02