Long Term Care Registered Nurse -Kerrville, TX

Overview

Long Term Care Registered Nurse – Kerrville, TX. Contract Contingent position performed at Kerrville VA Medical Center - 3600 Memorial Blvd, Kerrville, TX 78028. The engagement supports The Veterans Integrated Services Network 17 (VISN 17) and expanded operations to restore pre-Pandemic healthcare services.

Contract:

Contingent position with responsibilities to support seven healthcare systems as part of VISN 17 operations. Training will be provided if needed.

• Demonstrate proficiency using the nursing process in providing care for clients with chronic conditions, rehabilitation, wound care and dementia populations.
• Participate and collaborate in interdisciplinary care meetings and provide patient and family teaching.
• Apply the nursing process to systems or processes at the unit/team/work group level to improve care.
• Identify potential client problems and take appropriate nursing measures to intervene, including addressing ethical issues.
• Function effectively in a team leader/leadership role and use team approaches to identify, analyze and resolve problems.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of client care in alignment with accrediting/regulatory bodies, the VA, and Nursing Service mission, philosophy, goals, and standards.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively with clients, families, and staff, and with members of other services.
• Act to avert or manage situations to meet client needs in a safe/therapeutic manner.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and tact in dealing with patients, families and staff.
• Demonstrate proficiency in keyboarding and basic computer operations.
• Possess the physical capabilities to initiate crisis intervention measures and to perform nursing care in emergencies.

Additional duties may be assigned. Training will be provided if needed.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from ACEN- or CCNE-accredited program.

Licensure: Registered Nurse with current Texas state license including BLS and ACLS certifications.

Experience:

• Proficiency in nursing care for clients with chronic conditions, rehabilitation, wound care and dementia populations.
• Interdisciplinary care participation and patient/family teaching.
• Ability to apply the nursing process to unit/team/work group level improvements.
• Ability to identify problems and intervene appropriately, including ethical considerations.
• Experience in team leadership and collaborative problem-solving.
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate client care per accreditation, VA, and Nursing Service standards.
• Effective communication with clients, families and staff.
• Ability to work with other services and teams to ensure safe and therapeutic care.

• Teamwork: foster teamwork as a participant and as a team leader.
• Leadership: guide and lead colleagues on projects.
• Business Acumen: understanding organizational performance, processes, data, systems, and people.
• Communication: clear written and oral communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Motivation: persistent in pursuit of quality and client solutions.
• Agility: adapt quickly between projects and initiatives.
• Judgment: prudent decision-making mindful of stakeholders and long-term impact.
• Organization: manage projects, prioritize tasks.

• Business Tools: proficiency with Microsoft Office; advanced Excel/Access/Outlook/PowerPoint/Word; proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, data analytics tools, Visio; ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Commitment: to work with diverse, smart people across sectors.
• Curiosity: inquisitive, able to question the status quo in a collaborative environment.
• Humility: grace in success and failure while delivering meaningful work.
• Willingness: to learn, share, and grow continuously.

• Competitive compensation with Group Health Benefits, pre-tax options, and performance incentives.
• Group Medical Health Insurance through BC/BS with various plan options.
• Group Dental and Group Vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Vacation and PTO benefits; holidays observed.
• Pre-tax spending accounts (POP, FSA).
• Purchasing discounts through corporate perks program.
• Security clearance opportunities based on engagements in the Federal marketplace.
• Referral bonuses for successful hires.
• Disability and life insurance options.

EEO and Additional Information: Pro Sidian is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status. All information is kept confidential per EEO guidelines. See career instructions and apply via the Pro Sidian career site or send resumes and salary expectations to  Include job reference code in the subject line.