Job Description
The Massachusetts Veterans Homes are independent state agencies that organizationally report to the Secretary of the Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS). The Veterans Homes are owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and address the needs of a wide variety of veterans, including long term care and domiciliary services meeting the veteran residents' care and psychosocial needs. The care and services provided by the Veterans' Homes are supported by a staff of approximately 450, representing physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, aides, social workers, recreation therapist, physical and occupational therapy, speech language pathology, educators, building trades, dietary, housekeeping, managers, support staff, consultants and contractors. The tradition of service to the veterans of Massachusetts is surpassed only by a continued commitment to excellence in care for those who are in need now and in the future.
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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Directs and participates in daily nursing care activities for adult and geriatric Veteran patients. Provide direction and overall delivery of quality nursing care to a culturally diverse resident veteran population. Assess, plan, and evaluate nursing care and veteran/family progress towards goals while guiding staff as needed. Foster high standards of resident care through the provision of diligent orientation and continuing education efforts of staff including best practices, teamwork, and professional development. Assumes administration and supervision of 2nd shift nursing units, personnel, and quality of care given.
DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assesses, plans and evaluates nursing care and Veteran progress towards goals, directing staff as needed.
- Maintains own competence and serves as a clinical resource and expert role model to staff.
- Participates in interdisciplinary team process to integrate nursing into a coordinated plan of care with all other support services.
- Assures that Veteran care goals are mutually established with Veterans, families & staff.
- Develops systems for the evaluation of Veteran care delivered in relation to the Veteran care required, such as on- going medical record review, report findings, actions and follow-up through the Quality Improvement process.
- Interacts with appropriate management personnel regarding Veteran care and related issues.
- Member of appropriate clinical committees to support Veteran care.
- Promotes teamwork with all staff assigned to shift.
- Plans for optimal utilization of staff for the delivery of nursing care throughout the 24 hour/7 day a week period.
- Monitors activities of the shift staff; holds staff accountable for own clinical practice, including use of nursing process and appropriate documentation to meet all regulatory body standards.
- Assures staff knowledge and integration of age-specific nursing of the Veteran population as a critical element in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
- Utilizes appropriate resources within facility to identify and provide education, technical or information services needed to staff or Veterans.
- Completes employee performance appraisals (EPRS) on direct reporting staff.
- Assists the Home's on shift fiscally by collaborating with the DON maintaining accountability for approved.
- Personnel, supplies and expense budget.
- Maintains a safe environment for Veterans, staff members and visitors.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.
- Knowledge of the principles and age specific practices of nursing.
- Knowledge of standard nursing policies, procedures, methods, and techniques, including safe administration of medications.
- Knowledge of Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI), including MOS/Raps process and Interdisciplinary Team approach to care planning.
- Knowledge of problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to establish rapport and deal tactfully with persons of varied ethnic, cultural and/or economic backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to maintain confidentiality of Veteran medical information.
- Ability to give and follow written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as physician's orders and treatment plans.
- Ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals, and by examining records and documents.
- Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
- Ability to operate as a team player and work independently.
- Ability to make decisions and act quickly in emergency situations.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement.
- Willingness to work varied shifts and/or irregular hours (i.e., weekends, holidays, nights)
QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB (list knowledges, skills, abilities)
- Ability to recognize symptoms of age related and/or emotional disorders.
- Understanding of Veteran's Administration (VA) and Massachusetts regulations regarding long term care
- Understanding and knowledge of the Joint Commission standards
REMARKS
Dementia Certification preferred.
Will be required to float to various nursing units of the Veteran facility as needed. Will be required to rotate shifts a needed.
Will be required to work every other weekend, and to work holidays as needed.
Will be required to work with residents who may be assaultive, have abusive behavior or age-related conditions.
Pre-Offer Process:
For BU and MI-MIV
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility, and (B) six months of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL LEVELS IN SERIES: Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination.
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, depending on job assignment and location, employees may be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination and/or other vaccinations, or to have been approved for a vaccination exemption prior to their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.