Nurse Quality Management Consultant

Summary This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program
You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date
Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application
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Responsibilities Roseburg is the heart of the scenic and recreational paradise known as the Land of Umpqua
This land of authentic outdoor adventures and experiences is bordered by picturesque rivers and lush valleys
Roseburg, centrally located in the of Douglas County, Oregon is known for its 359 miles of streams along the north and south forks of the Umpqua River
The Roseburg area reflects small-town values, has dedicated business leaders and a strong education system from K-12 to our local community college
The community possesses a hardworking, well-trained workforce
These characteristics have proved instrumental in drawing new residents and companies to the region, while keeping families here for generations
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Authorized: This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program
You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date
Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application
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Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be authorized for highly qualified candidates 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 The QM Consultant, with a focus on geriatric and acute psychiatric care, is a highly independent and self-directed professional who assesses plans, implements process improvement, while coordinating, monitoring and evaluating the quality and safety of the delivery of care for the organization
The QM Consultant is focused on Consults supporting and acting as a resource to leadership and staff in use of evidence based practice, standards interpretation, implementation, and re-design of processes and structures to improve care outcomes, with a focus on older adults and mental health
Acts as the Utilization Management (UM) nurse for the inpatient acute psychiatric unit
Tracks quality data for certain programs, analyzes data, and creates comprehensive reports for both leadership and senior leadership
Identifies potential improvements in the care of Veterans with a focus on Geriatrics and Mental Health
Coordinates and participates in process improvement projects; leading and participating in root cause analysis
Provides education related to the care of geriatrics with a focus on dementia and other behaviors associated with geriatrics, and/or mental health concerns
Completes clinical quality reviews, clinical data analysis, and identifying opportunities for improvement; includes providing clinical and administrative recommendations relative to Strategic Analytic Improvement Learning (SAIL) outcomes and External Peer Review Program (EPRP) metrics
Acts as the Utilization Management nurse for the inpatient acute psychiatric unit
Serves as an Alternate Controlled Substance Coordinator for the Controlled Inspection Program in conjunction with the Controlled Substance Coordinator
Serves as a liaison and advisor to clinical and administrative staff to ensure treatment is clearly documented, identifies other options for care when outpatients do not require admission or inpatients no longer need acute hospitalization, and recommends appropriate referrals for alternate levels of care
Collaborates with the Survey Coordinator for the coordination of accreditation readiness activities focused on standards compliance, education of staff on standards and VHA requirements, and customer satisfaction for internal and external stakeholders
Supports all Quality Management work to include but not limited to accreditation, system redesign, infection prevention, patient safety, environment of care, risk management, high reliability, publications, and as assigned by management
Incumbent may assist or act as back-up for independent programs such as the External Peer Review Program (EPRP)
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm PST (compressed tours not available) Telework: Not Available Virtual/Remote: This is not a virtual or remote position
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
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:
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
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: Light lifting and carrying (under 15 lbs); Walking and Standing (1-2 hours); Hearing (aid may be permitted)
Environmental Factors: Working closely with others and working alone
Education Additional Information 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. Recommended Skills Utilization Management Managed Care Disease Management Performance Improvement Medicare Case Management