Duties
"Duties may include but are not limited to: Preforms tele-health imaging, screening and care Possess the knowledge and skills to carry out more specialized care activities.
This knowledge base includes the use of Veteran care data to initiate active contributions to the Veteran's overall health plan.
Observations of Veteran's present status are made and interventions implemented to improve, restore or maintain the optimal function of the Veteran.
Participates in annual equipment review.
Actively works with facility telehealth coordinator for any issues, equipment needs, and any logistical issues.
Provides administrative support for telehealth programs.
Serves as liaison between patients and providers.
Acts as a tele-presenter.
Develops programs and processes to ensure tele-health modalities are timely, efficient, and appropriate to the needs of the patient.
Coordination of tele-health appointments.
Data Collection Accurately collects all pertinent information and documents on the patient database.
Observes, recognizes, reports and responds appropriately to physical, emotional and behavioral changes.
Recognizes deviations from the norm and acts immediately, notifying RN and documents findings.
Administers and records oral, topical, rectal, IV and/or injectable medications, including controlled substances, adhering to medication administration policies and procedures (if applicable to clinical setting/unit).
Organizes daily workload so that patient care assignment is completed timely Independently and consistently recognizes co-worker's need for assistance and offers appropriate help.
Demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to recognize emergency situations and seeks assistance and initiates appropriate interventions.
Contributes to the development of the Nursing Care Plan.
Provides instructions to patient/resident for planned procedures and explains the rationale for specific patient/resident preparation.
Makes modification to patient care plans considering physical, emotional, and social factors.
Participates in both nursing and interdisciplinary team conferences for patient care.
Contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's treatment plan Performs complex technical procedures utilizing sterile and/or aseptic technique (i.e., oral, laryngeal, and tracheal suctioning, dressing changes, oxygen administration, colostomy care, decubitus care/wound care for Stage I, II & Ill wounds, gastric tube feedings, Foley catheterization, phlebotomy, completion of EKG/ECG, and glucose meter monitoring if applicable to clinical setting/unit.
Leads therapeutic nursing groups and unit level therapeutic activities under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and accurately documents on each patient/resident's group interactions if applicable to clinical setting/unit.
Contributes to the development of the plan of care for assigned Veterans outlining program modalities and updates per policy and as changes occur.
This plan of care is completed with general review and co-signature by the RN or MD, utilizing a broad knowledge base and expertise in order to develop and modify treatment plans to meet the Veteran and the family's expectations.
Actively supports the team concept and functions as a facilitator of the team concept.
Contributes to team initiatives and continuously strives to improve the effectiveness of the team to which they are assigned.
Arranges and completes test video calls with Veterans to prepare the Veterans for clinical encounters using telehealth technologies.
Maintains highest ethical standards ensuring a culture of accountability in the care of Veterans in accordance with established nursing procedures, standards of care, VA ethical standards and plan of care.
Monitors and reports on the status and progress of work to ensure that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met.
Upon successful completion of certification and competency validation, initiates and monitors IV sites when assigned as well as: - Changes peripheral IV dressings.
- Hangs and monitors large volume premixed IV fluids and IV medication piggybacks.
- Monitors large volume IV infusions.
- Discontinues peripheral IV access.
Work Schedule: 0730-1600 and/or 0800-1630, (As needed per) M-F Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: FS0000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized EDRP Authorized: Contact Corey.Hickman@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"