The Orlando VA Healthcare System is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (Radiation Oncology) Clinic, to serve on a multi-disciplinary team. He/she collaborates with Radiation Oncologists, Primary Care, Medical Oncology, Infusion Clinic, IHS, Cardiology, community partners, and other medical or specialty clinics within Orlando VA Medical Center to ensure quality and continuity of care is provided. Recruitment/relocation incentive has been authorized for Eligible, highly qualified applicants. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), 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 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: BSN Degree is highly desirable Current OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) is preferred. Comprehensive knowledge in Radiation Oncology nursing is required with a minimum of three (3) years successful hospital-based or clinical practice in a Radiation Oncology setting is preferred. Medical Oncology experience preferred. Demonstrated ability in previous assignments to make critical decisions in stressful environments. Demonstrated dependability for duty and flexibility in work assignments and hours in previous assignments. Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade: Nurse I Level I - An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with no additional nursing practice/experience required. Nurse I Level II - An ADN or Diploma in Nursing and approximately 1 year of nursing practice/experience; OR an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a bachelor's degree in a related field with no additional nursing practice/experience; OR a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional nursing practice/experience. Nurse I Level III - An ADN or Diploma in Nursing and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR an ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in a related field and approximately 1-2 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a BSN with approximately 1-2 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) or related field with a BSN and no additional nursing practice/experience. Nurse II - A BSN with approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR ADN or Diploma in Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in a related field and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Master's degree in nursing or related field with a BSN and approximately 1-2 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree in nursing or meets basic requirements for appointment and has doctoral degree in a related field with no additional nursing practice/experience required. Nurse III - Master's degree in nursing or related field with BSN and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience; OR a Doctoral degree and approximately 2-3 years of nursing practice/experience. Note regarding MSN degrees: If your MSN was obtained via a Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration, a BSN is not required. 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: This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, kneeling, sitting, bending, pulling, and pushing. Transferring patients and objects may be required. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures. The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual, capable of working effectively in stressful situations, and able to shift priorities based on patient needs. ["VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards *** THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL US CITIZENS. HOWEVER, IF YOU ARE A CURRENT PERMANENT VA EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY UNDER ANNOUNCEMENT CBTC-11787577-23-CAF*** The Registered Nurse (Radiation Oncology) will report directly to the Oncology Nurse Manager or designee. The Registered Nurse in the Radiation Oncology Clinic is a highly skilled professional who works closely with other nursing and medical staff to ensure that all Veterans in the Rad/Onc Clinic receive optimal care. This position works collaboratively with staff throughout the medical center. The RN provides care based on American Nursing Association and Oncology Nursing Society standards to individuals, families and groups. This nurse collaborates with the Radiation Oncology team to provide exceptional nursing care to patients being seen in the Rad/Onc ClinicThe Radiation Oncology RN is responsible and accountable for the management of population groups within the Rad/Onc Suite and Medical Center to optimize patient care, patient safety and operational efficiency. He/she possesses the knowledge and skills to effectively apply all aspects of the nursing process within a collaborative, interdisciplinary practice setting to facilitate the effective care of patients. Within the framework of a through highly developed clinical expertise, the RN is able to diagnose, monitor and treat patient responses to life-threatening health problems. The Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse provides care and counseling of persons to promote and maintain health and the prevention of illness and injury based upon the nursing process, which includes systematic data gathering, assessment, appropriate nursing judgment, and evaluation of human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling, provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and well-being, and executing medical regimens, including administering medications and treatments prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized provider. The staff nurse demonstrates the ability to work effectively and develop therapeutic relationships with patients, their families and other professional and supportive personnel who provide patient care. The RN provides patient care and educational counseling for patients and their families undergoing radiation therapy treatment. Applies nursing process to plan and manage care of radiation patients. Involves appropriate members of multi-disciplinary team in providing care. Collaborates with Radiation Oncologists, Primary Care, Medical Oncology, Infusion Clinic staff, Telecare, community partners and other medical or specialty clinics within Orlando VA Healthcare System to ensure quality and continuity of care is provided. The duties and responsibilities for the Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse include but not limited to: Effectively communicate fundamental patient and family information and variances from patient goals to the health care team. Respond to electronic notifications and contact patients with the anticipated plan of care. Verify patient compliance with treatments. Respond to MyHealtheVet inquiries, and provide patient education on disease process and treatment compliance. Assures detailed, current and comprehensive documentation is contained in the patient medical record and other pertinent records.. Keep current with changing needs in healthcare and advances in technology. Participates in research activities and or identifies research studies applicable to clinical practice. Assures adherence to strict safety procedures by all staff. Promotes collaborative practice to provide and expedite quality patient care along the health care continuum; acts as patient advocate to assure appropriateness and quality of care. Improves continuity of professional relationships among the healthcare teams as they collaborate on behalf of patients. Work Schedule: Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with work day/hours flexibility as patient care needs require. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Recruitment/relocation incentive has been authorized for Eligible, highly qualified applicants. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required 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"]

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