Job Listing: Registered Nurse, RN Hemodialysis, Nursing Service, Nephrology Section
Duty Locations
1 vacancy - Temple, TXThe Registered Nurse, RN Hemodialysis, position is in Nursing Service located at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS) in Temple, Texas, centrally located between Austin and Dallas. No State Income Tax.
Applicant(s) selected for this position will be eligible to apply for an award up to the maximum limitation under the provisions of the Education Debt Reduction Program.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
Major Duties
Tour of Duty: Tuesday through Saturday. 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The incumbent is directly responsible to the Hemodialysis Coordinator. The successful applicant demonstrates a thorough knowledge and ability to apply sound principles of Nursing practice and Nursing Administration. Demonstrates knowledge and competence in delivering acute Hemodialysis nursing skills. Incumbent will provide direct care to patients who require acute Hemodialysis. Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and work effectively with others at all levels. Demonstrates the ability to problem-solve, initiate corrective actions, analyze existing programs and implement new programs, utilize root cause analysis in risk management, and apply process improvement principles. Demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain effective communications (both oral and written) and develop and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships with subordinates, peers, supervisors, and staff from other services. Will be required to be on call.How to Apply
Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m., on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.Applications can be retrieved from the following website: http://www.central-texas.med.va.gov/HRMS/forms.htm.
Application packet should be mailed to Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS), Human Resource Management Service/05, Attn: Human Resource, 1901 Veterans Memorial Drive, Temple, TX 76504
Federal retirees may be approved for appointment without a reduction in their retirement pay.
Attendance at New Employee Orientation (Temple) is mandatory from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., on the first three duty days.
All Federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.
Selectee must provide at least one letter of reference from recent employment. This letter of reference must be received in HRMS no later than the first day of duty.
Appointees to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 USC 7402(d) and 7407(d).
Contact Information:
Human Resources Management Service (05)
Phone: (254) 743-0048
Fax: (254) 743-0007
Or write:
Central TX Veterans Health Care System (05)
ATTN: T38-2007-255-LS-R0, HRMS (05)
1901 Veterans Memorial Drive
Temple, TX 76504
US
Fax: (254) 743-0007
What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
Required Skills
Qualifications
Basic Qualification Requirements (Nurse Qualification Standard, VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G6):
1. Must be a citizen of U.S.
2. Must be a graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant.
3. Must have a full, current, active and unrestricted license as a nurse in a State, Territory, Commonwealth (i.e. Puerto Rico) of the United States or District of Columbia.
4. Must meet physical standards as indicated in VA Handbook 5019
5. Must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 USC 7402(d) and 7407(d).
Preferred Requirements:
1. Associate Degree or Diploma and approximately 2-3 years of experience as Dialysis Nurse.
2. BSN and 1-2 years of experience as Dialysis Nurse.
APPLICANT’S PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.
Applicant(s) selected for this position will be eligible to apply for an award up to the maximum limitation under the provisions of the Education Debt Reduction Program.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.
Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of Veterans Affairs | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Full-time | City: Mission | |
| Experience:Any | State: Texas | |
| Education: Any | Zip Code:78572 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 0.00 - 0.00 USD per yearSalary determined by Nurse PSB based on education, expericence, and credentials
Benefits
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life
Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci
New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
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