The Clinical Applications Coordinator (CAC) Registered Nurse (RN) serves as a proficient practitioner whose practice encompasses a wide range of responsibility and accountability. Demonstrates leadership in planning, implementing, evaluating and improving care delivery using collaborative strategies with others while ensuing compliance with the Medical Center / VISN mission and nationally recognized standards.
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/12757691. 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: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Preferred Experience: 1. Experience working in Health Informatics and/or Health Informatics Education. 2. Experience working on EHRM implementation or large-scale implementation projects involving change management. 3. Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently verbally and written, conveying technical and non-technical information to diverse audiences. 4. Fluency in using Microsoft Office Suite such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and with EHRM programs such as VistA, CPRS, or Cerner. 5. Demonstrates interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. 6. Experience as an Educator training staff, students, residents, and trainees from a variety of professional backgrounds. 7. Ability to create presentations, communications, handouts, demos, tutorials, templates, job aids, training materials, and other media, as needed, supporting learning activities enhancing and maintaining instructor-led and computer-based learning. 8. Demonstrates high level of flexibility, self-motivation, and self-direction to meet workload demands and needs of customers. 9. Master's degree or Informatics related field.
The CAC RN serves as an proficient practitioner whose practice encompasses a wide range of responsibility and accountability. The CAC RN demonstrates leadership in planning, implementing, evaluating, and improving care delivery using collaborative strategies with others while ensuring compliance with the Medical Center/VISN mission and nationally recognized standards. Practice is based on conscious and deliberate planning utilizing critical thinking skills. The CAC RN in this position possesses the ability to expertly navigate through Automated Data Packages to assure the highest level of care is provided. The CAC RN shows an increased level of understanding in regards to the realm of services offered and access thereof. The CAC RN executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to the management of complex customer needs. The Nurse collaborates with the Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) Department or Regional Operations Center (ROC) that is responsible for implementing a computerized patient medical record and clinical software packages in the Medical Center. He/she participates in planning, organizing, implementing, facilitating, and evaluating multi-and inter-disciplinary Automated Data Packages. The CAC RN provides operational support to the clinical staff that includes ongoing Automated Data Packages (ADP) training, customization of packages to maximize end-user benefits of packages, integration of off-the-shelf products into the medical center's electronic environment, and day to day problem solving. The Nurse's practice demonstrates leadership to promote a high professional level of practice utilizing the adult learning theory through educational modalities and settings. The Nurse is knowledgeable of the medical center's organization, policies, procedures, and resources. He/she works with colleagues throughout the medical center in a team oriented, collaborative environment, utilizing principles of performance improvement. Competency will be validated initially and ongoing. The CAC RN is responsible for practicing in accordance with and adhering to regulations such as the Nurse Practice Act, VHA policies and procedures, the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice, and other duties assigned. Pay Schedule: NG42 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Telework: Manager's discretion Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required