This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments. The Caregiver Support Program (CSP) Clinical Assessor (CA) conducts home visits to caregivers and Veterans approved in the program, and provides assessments at VA facilities via telehealth. Provides referrals and/or consults to VA and community based social services.
The CSP CA collaborates with the interdisciplinary team for case review with high inter-rater reliability, efficiency, and objectivity as top priorities.
Responsible for knowledge of eligibility criteria for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC), day-to-day operation of the Caregiver Support Program (CSP), and all reporting requirements within the assigned Veterans Integrated Systems Network (VISN). Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age-specific components. Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing direct patient care.
Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care.
Provides care and counseling of persons in the promotion and maintenance of health and prevention of illness and injury based upon the nursing process which includes systematic data gathering, assessment, appropriate nursing judgment, and evaluation of human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, and health counseling.
Possesses thorough knowledge of PCAFC, PGCSS, clinical documentation requirements, current standards of care, and all regulatory compliance requirements and guidelines. Accountable for utilizing critical thinking skills and sound judgment to ensure Veterans and caregivers are provided with thorough, comprehensive care options within the scope of the CSP.
Applies the nursing process and care coordination principles within a collaborative, interdisciplinary practice setting, which will then enable effective application of CSP practices and principles. Core functions include thorough assessment of patient care needs to determine the most appropriate level of program participation.
Uses knowledge of the CSP to matrix Veteran level of functioning with the appropriate CSP services (i.e., PGCSS; PCAFC; and/or Veteran entitlements and benefits) to ensure patient safety, recovery, and program stewardship. Evaluates, systematically, current practice and formulates outcomes for groups of patients and/or organizational processes within area of expertise. Supports colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care.
Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals. Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations. Coordinates within the CSP to develop and implement strategies for performance improvement and enhancement of the program.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: Up to 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 to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
Telework: Ad-Hoc, based on Agency Policy and at Supervisor Discretion. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
Starlet.Reaves@va.gov · 318-219-6851
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $80018 – $149392/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-22.
This is a Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
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