Nurse Practitioner (Lung Cancer Screening Program)

Summary The Lung Cancer Screening Program Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a position located in the Pulmonary Division of the Medicine Service. The NP reports directly to Section Chief of Pulmonology. Duties (a) Participation in Role Orientation and Training provided by existing staff. (b) Organize and lead In-services to share information about the Lung Cancer Screening with clinical staff. This will include interfacing with providers at VA medical centers outside of Durham, and to specifically include Fayetteville VAMC. (c) Interface with Primary Care Teams to identify activities to support recruitment to the project. (d) Work with Ambulatory Care Staff and the local clinical application's coordinator to ensure that the clinical reminders and templates for the project are implemented appropriately. (e) Educate Primary Care Staff on the specifics and goals of the program. (f) Will be one of 2 Primary Points of Contact for the Durham VA Lung Cancer Screening program. (g) Educate Staff and Patients regarding the Risks and Benefits of low dose Chest CT Screening for Lung Cancer. (h) Once eligible patients are identified, the Coordinator will order the CT scan, follow up the results and notify the patient, and arrange appropriate follow-up studies/referrals. (i) Provide Referrals to Smoking Cessation Programs. (j) Monitor and assist with the follow-up of abnormal findings. (k) Monitor adherence to the operational and clinical protocols established for the project. (l) Identify protocol problems and assist in problem resolution efforts. (m)Maintain records and lead the collection and submission of project data into an anticipated National Database. (n) Participate in periodic national teleconferences. (o) Provide regular communication and reports to the LSI. (p) Collaborate with nursing staff assigned to the lung cancer screening program at Durham and Fayetteville VAs. (q) Participate in the weekly Thoracic Oncology Multidisciplinary Conference and assure timely follow-up on all recommendations for those patients presented. (r) Collaborates with other disciplines (i.e., Radiology, Pathology, Radiation Oncology, Hematology/ Oncology, Thoracic Surgery, and Primary Care) to ensure continuity of care. (s) Keeps abreast of latest trends, sills, procedures, and protocols relevant in the area of specialty and serves as a resource person for the Medical Center Staff. (t) Interact with research staff to assist with clinical trials related to lung cancer screening, and to identify appropriate patients for lung cancer treatment trials. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday

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• 1630 Telework: Ad-hocVirtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Qualifications Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) Basic Requirements Education: A post-master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner. (Applicants pending the completion of educational requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until the education requirements are met.) Must be a 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). NOTE: Foreign Education. Graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing programs, the nurse practitioner degree equivalency must be validated through an Agency recognized degree equivalency evaluation agency, such as the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD). Candidates with equivalent nurse practitioner masters or doctorate level degrees who possess current, full, active, and unrestricted registration and certification will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant appointment. License
• All APN (NPs) must possess and maintain an active, current, full, and unrestricted APN license to practice as an NP in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Basic Board Certification
• All APN (NPs) must maintain full and current basic board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from one of the following: the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), or other nationally recognized certifying body in the area in which the Nurse Practitioner is academically prepared. NOTE: Grandfathering Provision
• All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and an APN (NP) assignment that are also 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. The following Scope, Education and Experience, and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) II: Exception to Licensure for Graduate Nurse Technicians. Candidates who otherwise meet the basic requirements, but do not possess the required licensure and/or certification, may be appointed at the entry step of the Nurse II, as a Graduate Nurse Technician
• Nurse Practitioner on a temporary appointment up to any period not-to-exceed one year and a day under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 405(c)(2)(B). Scope: Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for APN (NP). Nurse II is considered the entry grade level for APN (NPs); no experience is required. Dimension Requirement: APNs (NPs) at level II are expected to meet the following dimension requirements: Clinical Practice. Delivers evidence-based health care, demonstrating proficiency in the ability to manage a patient panel, population, or program. Outcome Focus. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to evaluate the patient care delivery system within a patient panel or program, presents findings and contributes to changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of veteran/patient care. Leadership. Works effectively as a leader within a team/unit/group and seeks interdisciplinary collaboration as appropriate to enhance patient care. Professional Development. Acquires knowledge and skills to develop expertise in area of practice. Professionalism/Collegiality. Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior, promoting cooperation and teamwork. Participates in interdisciplinary teams and processes that positively impact patient outcomes. The following Scope, Education and Experience, and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) III: Scope: Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care. Education and Experience Requirement: Meets basic education requirement for an APN (NP) AND one year of specialized APN (NP) experience equivalent to the Nurse II grade level. Dimension Requirement: APN (Nurse Practitioners) at grade III are expected to meet the following