Registered Nurse - HUD-VASH Case Manager
Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Location: Saint Cloud
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Summary The HUD-VASH Case Manager (RN) collaborates closely with
provider(s), healthcare professionals, VA and non-VA health care
providers and organizations. Provides ongoing professional
assessment, coordination, planning, and advocacy on behalf of the
Veteran to ensure that necessary clinical services are received in
a timely and cost-effective manner. Responsibilities 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. The HUD-VASH Case Manager duties include,
but are not limited to, the following: Responsible for providing
case management for a caseload of veterans in the HUD-VASH program.
Responsible for reviewing agreements between Section 8, landlords,
Public Housing Authorities and the VA in establishing appropriate
referral sites for HUD-VASH placements. Actively participates in
program planning and development, advising the supervisor of
shifting trends with caseloads and identifying the need for and
making recommendations on program procedure or policy changes based
upon work experiences. Performs site visits of HUD-VASH apartments
to ensure that veterans reside in safe environments in compliance
with local housing codes. Verifies the veteran's status,
eligibility for VA medical care, and eligibility of program
participation. Responsible for ensuring that homeless veterans are
considered as primary participants for program acceptance.
Responsible for collecting and submitting HUD-VASH Program
participant data as outlined by NEPEC evaluation procedures.
Responsible for providing HUD-VASH clinical case management.
Conduct Mental Health RN assessments to determine needs of veterans
and family members. 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: 80 hour biweekly; Monday-Friday, 8:00 am. to 4:30 p.m.
Evenings and weekends may be required. Telework: Available. As
determined by the agency policy. Could occur on an occasional,
non-routine basis. This is not a 100% telework position. Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Bargaining Unit: Yes,
AFGE 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. You may be required to
serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security
investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an
online onboarding process. 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). Participation in the Coronavirus
Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for
all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) -
See "Additional Information" below for details. Must possess a
current, valid and unrestricted state-issued driver's license.
Qualifications Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency. In
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 English. Graduate 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 program. Upon 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 program. Credit 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 Columbia. Graduate 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/certification.
Grade 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 grade. The
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:
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12379689.
Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I, Level I Delivers fundamental,
knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical
competencies. An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with
no additional professional nursing required. Nurse I, Level II
Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts, cognitive
skills and technically competent practice in providing care to
clients with basic or complex. An 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 required. Nurse I, Level III
Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and
deliberate planning. Self-directed in goal setting for managing
complex client situations. An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years
of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent
to Nurse I, Level 2; OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing
experience equivalent to the Nurse I, Level 2; OR a Master's degree
in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience;
OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no
additional professional nursing experience. Nurse II Demonstrates
leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through
collaborative strategies with others. A BSN with 2 years of
professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I, Level 3; OR an MSN with
one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I,
Level 3; OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and
one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I,
Level 3; OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional
nursing experience; OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a
BSN with no additional professional nursing experience. Nurse III
Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership,
experience and creative approaches to management of complex client
care beyond the immediate practice setting. MSN and 2 years of
specialized nursing experience, one of which is equivalent to Nurse
II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III; OR 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 III; OR a
Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing
experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension
requirements for Nurse III; OR 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 degrees. Preferred Experience: Mental Health
and SUD (Substance Use Disorder) Experience Reference: VA
Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-6
Nurse Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human
Resources Office. Physical Requirements: You will be asked to
participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part
of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about
physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the
time of evaluation or examination. Education Additional Information
As a VA employee, you will enjoy a truly rewarding career,
comprehensive benefits, competitive pay and other generous perks to
help build a fuller, more balanced life for you and your family.
Strong starting salary, career growth, and recognition VA Nurse
Locality Pay System (LPS) - ensuring our nurses are paid
competitive rates within each local labor market VA Special Rates -
providing regular performance-based increases and potential
accelerated increases for outstanding performance Premium Pay -
including overtime, Saturday, Sunday, holiday, on-call and night
work Incentive Awards - including Superior Performance Awards,
Special Contribution Awards, VA Honor Awards, and Non-Monetary
Recognition. 8 hours of annual leave (Vacation Time) accrual for
full-time Nurses and Nurse Anesthetists for each full biweekly pay
period. (The highest leave accrual of any VA employee!) 4 hours of
Sick leave accrual per full biweekly pay period. 12 Weeks of Paid
Parental Leave Organ Donor Leave Military Leave Disabled Veteran
Leave Health Insurance - pre-taxed premiums and a variety of plans
to choose from, ranging from traditional HMO/PPO plans with low
co-pays, to High- Deductible plans. Single, spouse and family plans
available. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Thrift Savings Plan
(TSP) -Tax deferred retirement savings account that is similar to
private sector 401(k). You may be eligible for an automatic 1%
agency contribution, plus a 4% matching agency contribution.
Flexible Spending Accounts - medical & dependent care Life
Insurance - with available additions for family coverage Long Term
Care Insurance Leave Sharing Program Holidays - 11 paid Federal
holidays each year Child Care Subsidies Employee Assistance Program
Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs Transit Subsidies Continuing
Education Opportunities This job opportunity announcement may be
used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted
Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages
persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in
VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A
excepted appointment authority. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01,
VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law
(i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include
remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If
selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before
your start date. The agency will provide additional information
regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how
you can request a legally required accommodation from this
requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are
unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit
documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this
Job Opportunity Announcement.
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