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Veterans Affairs - Agency 28Location:
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Job Description:
Job duties:
Provide nursing leadership and supervision for the direct nursing care team. Assure the application of the nursing process and continuous quality improvement in keeping with the vision of NDVA. Plan and manage the appropriate quality and quantity of staff on assigned unit/facility. Accountable for communication of policies & procedures and performance expectations and outcomes, regular feedback and ongoing performance reviews. Monitor daily activities of the staff. Assist, educate, coach, counsel and offer commendations as indicated. Coordinate and investigate all employee performance issues, including allegations and disciplines with reporting to appropriate agencies. Act as client advocate and is a leader in quality improvement, safety, and infection control.
REQUIREMENTS: A current license to practice as a registered nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a registered nurse in Nebraska.
OTHER: Must pass background checks and complete pre-employment drug screening.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of nursing theory and practice; accepted standards of care; policies and procedures governing nursing care; sanitation and infection control standards, policies and procedures and techniques of providing quality nursing care. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and push/pull occasionally up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis; to frequently bend at the waist and neck and frequently twist at the waist and walk or stand up to 50% of the shift.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Instructions for Applying
Important points to remember when applying:
- The employment application is required and is the primary source of information used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements of the job.
- Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are rejected.
- You will not be allowed to change your application after you have applied for a position and you cannot re-apply for the the same position unless it is posted again.
- You have the opportunity to attach a resume; however, it should not be used to replace any information asked for on the official application.
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Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE. (402)471-2075.
These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.
