This position is located within Community Living Center, Nursing Service, Phoenix VA Healthcare System in Phoenix, AZ For more information about the Phoenix VA at the main campus: Carl T. Hayden Veterans' Administration Medical Center | VA Phoenix Health Care | Veterans Affairs
The Registered Nurse (RN) Community Living Center (CLC) Restorative Coordinator is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in the unit/program level quality improvement process and initiatives as well as customer service programs. Duties include but are not limited to: Provides competent, evidence-based care to assigned residents and oversight of licensed vocational nurses/nursing assistants, as appropriate to the setting.
Assists in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization consultation. Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others. Evaluates patients in the CLC upon admission to Restorative Care Program and monthly thereafter to determine the potential for the program.
Responsible for screening Veterans and conducting initial assessment prior to admission to the Restorative Care Program. Outline and implement measurable functional goals for Veterans to reach their highest level of function and maximize their independence. Collaborates with educators, Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT) in recruiting and admitting patients to the Restorative Care Program and develops goals to maximize the patient's independence and functioning.
Evaluates patient progress toward their goals monthly and institutes changes in therapy, goals, and activity when necessary. Completes the restorative nursing sections of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), specifically the observation period, quarterly reassessments, and significant changes in care. Acts as a role model, mentor, and coach to the program's staff. Provides developmental opportunities for program staff to acquire clinical restorative nursing skills and expertise.
Accountable to develop and implement educational programs and/or in-services to keep nursing staff current in restorative care practice and documented competencies. Implements strategies and programs for restorative nursing care that is consistent with the facilities mission, vision, policies, goals, and objectives. Responsible for the outcomes of the patient/client as measured by the MDS quality indicators, which is shared with the multidisciplinary team.
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: M-F 7:30am - 4:00pm - Tour may vary to meet department or facility needs Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Diana.Bacey@va.gov · 775-328-1470
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $89703 – $166144/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-16.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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