Expatriate Administration Manager jobs in Macon, GA

Duties

Major duties:

• The Nurse Manager is a professional nurse who holds twenty-four-hour accountability for the management of a defined area of organized nursing services within the Carl Vinson VAMC.
• The incumbent is a first-level nursing manager who functions under the direction and guidance of the Associate Director of Patient Care Services in providing clinical and administrative leadership.
• As a nursing leader, the Nurse Manager is responsible for the management of Nursing Practice and Nursing Operations within their defined areas of responsibility.
• She/He facilitates an interdisciplinary approach to high quality, cost effective and customer focused health care. The Nurse Manager
  directly supervises all nursing personnel in their defined areas of responsibility.
• The Nurse Manager is directly responsible to the Chief Nurse for the area involved (Acute Care, Primary Care, Education, or Geriatrics/Long Term Care).
• The Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for the overall functioning of the unit/program, including staffing, scheduling, resource utilization (human, supplies/equipment), resident/Veteran flow, performance improvement activities and staff and program evaluations. The Nurse Manager possesses the knowledge and skills to effectively apply all aspects of the nursing process within a collaborative,
  interdisciplinary practice setting, which will enable effective implementation of health promotion and prevention
  practices, management of acute and chronic illnesses, and attainment of optimal levels of functioning and/or support of the dying resident/Veteran and significant others.
• The Nurse Manager demonstrates and ensures safe working practices that include adherence to Infection Control standards and safe use and operation of equipment.
• The Nurse Manager holds the responsibility for implementation of the Vision, Mission and Values of the Carl Vinson VAMC within their defined areas of responsibility.
• He/she is engaged in administrative nursing practices characterized by both increased complexity of clinical decision making and enhanced skill in nursing management.
• He/she provides leadership in the day-to-day operations and provides input into strategic planning process in the attainment of organizational goals.
• The Nurse Manager keeps staff informed of Clinical Center/Service Line goals through facilitating both vertical and horizontal communication in a timely manner.
• The incumbent provides timely information regarding emergencies, unusual occurrences or issues that impact on nursing practice or operations to the Associate Director Patient Care Services.
• He/she provides direct supervision of nursing personnel in their defined area of responsibility and evaluates their performance and competency.
• The incumbent is knowledgeable concerning the disciplinary process and keeps their supervisor abreast of such actions. The Nurse Manager is responsible for all issues that affect nursing including standards of practice, credentialing, training, functional statements,
  position descriptions, proficiency reports, performance appraisals, policies, procedures, protocols, and competencies.
• He/she ensures appropriate orientation, education and continuing professional development of nursing personnel they supervise.
• The Nurse Manager assumes responsibility for staffing and scheduling of permanent and supplemental nursing staff and ensures that assignments of the staff reflect their appropriate utilization, compliance with staffing guidelines.
• The Nurse Manager is fiscally responsible and participates with the Associate Director Patient Care Service and Chief Nurse in planning and monitoring the budget for their area of responsibility.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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  • Transcript

  
  
  The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
  

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  Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

• How to Apply

  All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/15/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12302082.

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  Agency contact information

  Staci Benson

  Phone

  4782721210

  Email

  Staci.Benson@va.gov

  Address

  Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
  1826 Veterans Boulevard
  Dublin, GA 31021
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
  
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  NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

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