Registered Nurse- Nurse Manager, Surgical Clinics

Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Manager (NM)

The Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Manager (NM) is the first-line supervisory authority accountable for the 24/7 operation of assigned units. They direct staff orientation, training, development, and evaluation while acting as a role model and supervisor. The NM collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to enhance outcomes, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and aligns clinical objectives with organizational strategic goals. Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Function as the designated first-line supervisory authority responsible for 24/7 unit operations.
• Direct and supervise specific orientation, training, staff development, and individual performance evaluations.
• Functions as a clinical expert and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care.
• Serve as a role model, educator, practitioner, and supervisor providing team leadership.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to remove barriers and implement evidence-based programs.
• Equip staff with tools for culturally competent care and promote accountability for high-quality outcomes.
• Participate in the development of care delivery models and environmental design to ensure equitable care.
• Ensure compliance with all accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Align nursing and clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes and planning.
• Promote an inclusive workplace that values diversity to achieve the organization's vision.
• Maintain knowledge of and ensure adherence to ethical principles in decision-making.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Preferred Experience:

• Leadership experience
• LEAN Methodology
• Clinical and Administrative experience
• Scheduling, Budgeting, & Conflict resolution experience
• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing

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:

Fulltime, Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Compressed/Flexible:
Not Authorized

Telework: ADHOC-May be authorized (Employee who Telework on an occasional, episodic, or short-term, and have completed required telework training and telework agreement). This is not a virtual position.

Virtual:
This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment

Incentives:

Not Authorized

EDRP Authorized:
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact v haedrpprogramsupport, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more

Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.

This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.