Department of Veterans Affairs
The Durham VA Health System, has one (1) Full-time vacancy for a Registered Nurse-Outpatient Staff (Orthopedics Navigator). The RN will be fully qualified and certified to function in a clinical role and in accordance with the guidelines and policies of the Durham Veterans Affairs Health Care System.
- 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 Duties: The Durham Specialty Clinics manages the care for patients with a variety of medical conditions. The Registered Nurse within these clinics includes Urology, Pain, ENT, GYN/Breast, Podiatry, Neurosurgery, POSH Vascular/Plastics, Orthopedics, General Surgery / Cardiac / Thoracic, will function as an ambulatory care nurse in support of the physician or advanced practice provider. The clinic is designed to provide comprehensive primary/specialty care services, including gender specific care to male and female Veterans. Duties will include, but not be limited to, oversight of nursing staff, patient intake, documentation, point of care testing and health screening. The RN will assess, triage, take histories, and document conditions and concerns for Veterans presenting to the clinic and via the telephone. In addition to assessment and triage, the RN will assist with chaperoning of exams and assisting with procedures. The RN is responsible for promoting an environment that supports caring and courteous service, safe patient care, and positive working relationships. The Orthopedic Nurse Navigator facilitates high quality, coordinated care for Veterans undergoing orthopedic procedures and recovery. Serving as a single point of contact, the Navigator guides patients through pre operative preparation, surgical scheduling processes, post operative follow up, and interdisciplinary coordination across settings. The role requires flexibility, dependability, strong communication skills, and the ability to advocate for Veterans with complex orthopedic needs. Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, occasional Saturdays, 0800-1630 Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Telework: Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required.
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