RN- (Designated Learning Officer)
The RN-Designated Learning Officer (DLO) has direct line authority, responsibility and accountability for the education administration and operations as assigned and/or delegated by the ADPCS/ NE. The DLO has primary responsibility for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the overall Education/Workforce Development Program across the Amarillo VA Health Care System (AVAHCS). The below duties include but are not limited to the duties of the RN-Designated Learning Officer:
Works independently using sound judgment in making decisions and provides leadership to interdisciplinary groups at all levels to include the executive level. Exhibits leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross service and or discipline lines, influence organizational mission and health and the responsibility for outcomes. Practices consistent with the Nurse Practice Act, Code for Nurses, VHA regulations, and outside accreditation bodies in accordance with established standardized policies and procedures, within knowledge/education span and within demonstrated competency levels. Provides leadership in the development of policies and systems to devise strategies that will enable the organization to successfully manage bioethical issues and protect patient and family rights. Assesses , plans, implements, and evaluates education strategies to meet complex care needs within changing practice environments for diverse population groups. Work Schedule:
Full Time Monday through Friday 8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m. Financial Discloser Report:
Not required Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State-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). In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of current, full, active and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing. OR The completion of coursework equivalent to a nursing degree in a MSN Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration constitutes the completion of an approved course of study of professional nursing. Students should submit the certificate of professional nursing to sit for the NCLEX to the VA along with a copy of the MSN transcript. (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. 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. Preferred
Experience:
2-3years of RN nursing education experience, previous experience as a Chief Nurse or at the leadership/CNO position (Acting, Interim, or permanent), experience is personnel management, organizational structures, and staffing methodology. Experience with Nursing Education organizational programs. Grade Determinations:
The following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade:
Nurse IV - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN and approximately 4-5 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree in nursing or related field and appropriate basic or advanced certification desired, and approximately 3-4 years of nursing practice/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:
The functional requirements for this position are:
Lifting up to 35 pounds for 8-12 hours, intermittently, moderate carrying (15-35 pounds) for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, lifting over 35 pounds with assistive devices in accordance with the Safe Patient Handling Policy except in emergent situations requiring prompt patient care, pulling for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, pushing for 8-12 hours, intermittently, reaching above the shoulders for 8-12 hours, intermittently, both hands required, walking 8-12 hours, intermittently, standing 8-12 hours intermittently, kneeling 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, repeated bending for 8-12 hours, intermittently, climbing and use of both legs and arms for 8-12 hours, intermittently, both legs required, near vision at 13 to 16 Jaeger 1 to 4, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other eye, ability to distinguish basic colors, hearing aid permitted, twisting, simply grasp and fine manipulation.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Works independently using sound judgment in making decisions and provides leadership to interdisciplinary groups at all levels to include the executive level. Exhibits leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross service and or discipline lines, influence organizational mission and health and the responsibility for outcomes. Practices consistent with the Nurse Practice Act, Code for Nurses, VHA regulations, and outside accreditation bodies in accordance with established standardized policies and procedures, within knowledge/education span and within demonstrated competency levels. Provides leadership in the development of policies and systems to devise strategies that will enable the organization to successfully manage bioethical issues and protect patient and family rights. Assesses , plans, implements, and evaluates education strategies to meet complex care needs within changing practice environments for diverse population groups. Work Schedule:
Full Time Monday through Friday 8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m. Financial Discloser Report:
Not required Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State-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). In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of current, full, active and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing. OR The completion of coursework equivalent to a nursing degree in a MSN Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration constitutes the completion of an approved course of study of professional nursing. Students should submit the certificate of professional nursing to sit for the NCLEX to the VA along with a copy of the MSN transcript. (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. 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. Preferred
Experience:
2-3years of RN nursing education experience, previous experience as a Chief Nurse or at the leadership/CNO position (Acting, Interim, or permanent), experience is personnel management, organizational structures, and staffing methodology. Experience with Nursing Education organizational programs. Grade Determinations:
The following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade:
Nurse IV - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN and approximately 4-5 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree in nursing or related field and appropriate basic or advanced certification desired, and approximately 3-4 years of nursing practice/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:
The functional requirements for this position are:
Lifting up to 35 pounds for 8-12 hours, intermittently, moderate carrying (15-35 pounds) for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, lifting over 35 pounds with assistive devices in accordance with the Safe Patient Handling Policy except in emergent situations requiring prompt patient care, pulling for 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, pushing for 8-12 hours, intermittently, reaching above the shoulders for 8-12 hours, intermittently, both hands required, walking 8-12 hours, intermittently, standing 8-12 hours intermittently, kneeling 8 to 12 hours, intermittently, repeated bending for 8-12 hours, intermittently, climbing and use of both legs and arms for 8-12 hours, intermittently, both legs required, near vision at 13 to 16 Jaeger 1 to 4, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other eye, ability to distinguish basic colors, hearing aid permitted, twisting, simply grasp and fine manipulation.
- Department:
0610 Nurse - Salary Range:
$108,016 to $143,656 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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