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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Nursing Administrator in Pennsylvania
Nursing Administrator
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Nursing Administrator
Salary
$75,678.00 - $114,915.00 Annually
Location
Multi-County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-87663-30770
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Div Clncl Srvs
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
7/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
30770
Position Number
00033433
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
P3
Pay Group
ST09
Bureau / Division Code
00136101
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Veterans Homes / Division of Clinical Services
Worksite Address
See Work Schedule and Additional Information
Contact Name
Andrew Ruscavage
Contact Email
aruscavage@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Start the next chapter of your nursing career! If you would like to serve those who served our country and make a difference in the lives of veterans and their spouses, then the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) may be just the place for you! We have an exciting, challenging, and rewarding Nursing Administrator position that offers you an opportunity to use your creativity, leadership, and clinical skills to enhance the lives of veterans, residents, families, and staff. If you have exceptional interpersonal skills and are eager to tackle fresh obstacles, do not wait any longer - apply today and become a valuable asset to our organization!
Watch this video (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panationalguard/40381884892/in/album-72157689769595704/) to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Nurse Administrator provides clinical and training consultation to the leadership and staff at the bureau's six veterans homes. You will have a direct influence on the quality of care provided to our resident veterans and their spouses by ensuring that clinical staff possess the clinical and resident care competencies required to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of our residents. You will collaborate directly with the Registered Nurse Instructors in your assigned facilities to design, develop, deliver, and manage skills and competency-focused training and education.
The Bureau of Veterans Homes administers six long-term care facilities for honorably discharged veterans and their spouses. We provide quality residential care to enhance or maintain our residents health. We are the long-term care provider of choice for Pennsylvania's veterans.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding thi s position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00033433) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment (7.5 hours/day; 37.5 hours/week)
Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.
The work location will be determined from one of the following, based on preference of selected candidate:
Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home , 560 E. Third Street, Erie, PA 16512 (Erie County)
Southwestern Veterans' Center, 7060 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 (Allegheny County)
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Four years of professional nursing experience, including two years in an administrative, supervisory, consultative, or quality assurance capacity, and a bachelor’s degree in nursing, nurse education, healthcare administration, or a closely related field; or
An equivalent combination of professional experience and training, which includes two years of professional nursing in an administrative, supervisory, consultative, or quality assurance capacity.
Special Requirements:
This position requires active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; or do you possess an active temporary permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania?
Yes
No
02
If yes, please list the state that issued your license, your license number, and the expiration date. If you answered no to the question above, please type N/A in the box below.
03
How many years of full-time professional nursing experience do you possess?
4 years or more
3 years - Less than 4 years
2 years - Less than 3 years
1 year - Less than 2 years
None - Less than 1 year
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional nursing experience in an administrative, supervisory, consultative, or quality assurance capacity?
Yes
No
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
How much graduate coursework do you possess in Nursing, Nursing Education, Nursing Administration, Healthcare Administration, or Public Health? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
30 or more credits
15 - Less than 30 credits
1 - Less than 15 credits
None
08
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
Yes
09
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - OVERSEES, MONITORS, AND EVALUATES NURSING FACILITY SERVICESOversees, monitors, and evaluates nursing facility services including resident care; nursing competencies; performance improvement; policies and procedures; regulatory compliance; training curriculums, infection control, skin/wound and restorative nursing programs; and oversight of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and accreditation standards.Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
I have professional experience performing this work behavior without any additional oversight or direction which included at least 3 of the following areas related to long-term care: 1) resident care, 2) nursing competencies, 3) performance improvement, 4) policies and procedures, 5) regulatory compliance, 6) training curriculums, or 7) oversight of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and accreditation standards.
I have professional experience performing this work behavior without any additional oversight or direction which included at least 1 or 2 of the following areas related to long-term care: 1) resident care, 2) nursing competencies, 3) performance improvement, 4) policies and procedures, 5) regulatory compliance, 6) training curriculums, or 7) oversight of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and accreditation standards.
I have professional experience performing this work behavior working on a committee or as part of a team, or under the direction of a lead worker or supervisor, in any of the following areas related to healthcare: 1) resident care, 2) nursing competencies, 3) performance improvement, 4) policies and procedures, 5) regulatory compliance, 6) training curriculums, or 7) oversight of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and accreditation standards.
I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
10
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
The actual duties you performed related to overseeing, monitoring and evaluating nursing facility services
Your level of responsibility
11
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PERFORMS ON-SITE INSPECTIONS/MOCK SURVEYSPerforms on-site inspections/mock surveys at nursing home facilities for compliance with policies and procedures, acceptable documentation in resident medical records, timely completion of level of care assessments and resident grievances, completion and documentation of nursing staff knowledge and skills competencies, and demonstration of quality improvement initiatives based on program evaluations; and makes recommendations for improvements/corrections.Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience performing on-site inspections/mock surveys at nursing home facilities to ensure compliance with policies and procedures, acceptable documentation in resident medical records, timely completion of level of care assessments and resident grievances, completion and documentation of nursing staff knowledge and skills competencies, or demonstration of quality improvement initiatives based on program evaluations and I made recommendations for improvements/corrections.
B. I have experience performing on-site inspections/mock surveys at healthcare facilities other than nursing homes to ensure compliance with policies and procedures, acceptable documentation in resident medical records, timely completion of level of care assessments and resident grievances, completion and documentation of nursing staff knowledge and skills competencies, or demonstration of quality improvement initiatives based on program evaluations and I made recommendations for improvements/corrections.
C. I have experience performing on-site inspections/mock surveys outside the healthcare industry; OR I have experience performing this work behavior with guidance from others more experienced.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
12
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
The actual duties you performed related to performing on-site inspections/mock surveys
Your level of responsibility
13
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - INTERPRETS AND APPLIES REGULATIONS, POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND STANDARDSInterprets and applies policies, procedures, regulations, and professional standards of practice relative to nursing services within nursing home facilities to community organizations, volunteers/contract/agency staff/consultants, and the public.Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience interpreting and applying policies, procedures, regulations, and professional standards of practice relative to nursing services AND I was able to explain this information internally to staff AND externally to individuals outside the agency such as community organizations, the public, etc.
B. I have experience interpreting and applying policies, procedures, regulations, and professional standards of practice relative to nursing services AND I was able to explain this information internally to staff.
C. I have completed college-level coursework related to this work behavior such as regulatory compliance, contract interpretation, business law, policy development, human resources, or labor relations.
D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
14
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
The actual duties you performed related to interpreting and applying policies, procedures, regulations and professional standards of practice
Your level of responsibility
15
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
16
WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - PROVIDES CONSULTATIVE AND TECHNICAL SERVICESProvides nursing consultation and technical assistance to nursing and ancillary staff in various disciplines such as: professional mentoring and competency coaching; assistance with performance improvement projects; and acting as a resource for questions.Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have professional experience providing nursing consultation and technical assistance to nursing staff at a long-term care facility.
B. I have professional experience providing nursing consultation and technical assistance to staff at healthcare facilities/settings other than long-term care facilities.
C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
17
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
The actual duties you performed related to providing consultation and technical services
Your level of responsibility
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov