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• Ensures security controls are implemented for DHA Contractor and headquarter systems and networks while maintaining availability of patient information.
• Formulates and promulgates policy and guidelines based on federal and department laws and policies and relative to the information systems enterprise goals, technical standards, and support to the readiness mission.
• Applies and adapts new and improved approaches to the management and tracking of the Information Assurance Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) process.
• Consults with business area program and technical managers to clearly identify implementation measures and determine the contribution of information technology and system initiatives to the accomplishment of the overall mission and goals.
• Develops and prepares detailed evaluations of current and planned DHA Health Information Technology programs to determine compliance with approved technical standards, policies, and programmatic criteria.

• You will assist the Department Head of the SAS Department with advanced acquisition planning and alternatives for recurring and long-term requirements.
• You will assist in reviewing contract proposals prior to submission to local contracting offices.
• You will plan, communicate, and advise on procurement-related matters to the Department Head of SAS in order to provide technical assistance and direction during contract management.
• You will be responsible for identifying and resolving complex contractual problems and issues by applying expert knowledge of regulations.
• You may support the Government-wide Commercial Purchase Card Program.
• You will assist in monitoring contracting technical performance and deliverables over life of the contracts, solving problems related to pre-award and post-award changes, claims, payments, etc.
• You will serve as technical liaison between contractor and contracting officer to assure government requirements are properly communicated throughout entire procurement process.
• You will administer Naval Health Research Center's SAS contract invoice approvals, ensures efficient and timely processing for receiving, processing and paying.

• Implements and enforces all Defense Health Agency cyber security policies and procedures, as defined by its security Assessment and Authorization (A and A) documentation.
• Creates and updates all Cyber Security related documentation, including but not limited to, local area network (LAN) and wireless local area network (WLAN) policies and procedures as needed.
• Initiates protective or corrective measures when a cyber security incident or vulnerability is discovered according to the system’s Incident Response Plan.
• Ensures that Department of Defense (DoD) information system recovery processes are monitored, and that cyber security features and procedures are properly restored.
• Monitors LAN/WLAN performance utilization using wireless and wired network monitoring utilities to ensure optimum performance of Information Technology (IT) resources.
• Directs or performs configuration or reconfiguration changes of LAN/WLANs based on Information Assurance (IA) requirements or changes, current and future network requirements or command changes of mission requirements.
• Analyzes and resolves enterprise LAN/WLAN systems hardware/software failures at locations world-wide.

• Serve as Mammography Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) coordinating, monitoring, and administrating outpatient case management for breast care patients.
• Plan, schedule, direct, coordinate, and implement diagnostic treatments to meet patients' healthcare needs, including cost efficient, timely, quality services throughout the continuum of care.
• Assist with radiographic procedures and exams including but not limited to stereotactic core needle biopsies and needle localizations of tumor tissue.
• Educate and counsels patients and family members regarding procedures and treatments.
• Administer medications by all routes and documents effectiveness.

• Perform a variety of duties in support of the District Safety and Occupational Health program.
• Review contractors' safety program proposals for conformance with safety standards, procedures and codes.
• Follow established safety procedures in accomplishing work and report unsafe working conditions and safety violations to the resident/project engineer.
• Make frequent safety surveys of construction, Operations and Maintenance projects, and public use areas to determine whether prescribed safety measures and standards are being applied and to advise on various safety problems
• Prepare District regulations to reduce hazards and risk for District employees and property, specific procedures to reduce risk, and to document compliance with applicable regulations.
• Conduct continuing intensive safety inspections at District installations and at contractor locations to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the Safety and Occupational Health Office Government Purchase Card (GPC) holder for procuring safety equipment and supplies

Ensures administrative support and guidance while providing oversight for the delivery of nursing care and management of nursing personnel and clinical resources. Assumes res.ponsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Follows procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the inter-disciplinary team. Provides coordination and accountability for all regulatory and environmental surveys and adheres to mandatory response timelines. 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.

The ACN for Operations is responsible for improving and delivering patient care through collaborative strategies with the Associate Director for Patient Care Services, Deputy Associate Director for Patient Care Services, Chief Nurses, and others in the VA Caribbean Healthcare System. The ACN establishes and promotes optimal clinical nursing standards of care and aids in the development of policies and procedures for the enhancement of nursing practice supporting evidence-based practice guidelines. The ACN endorses continued mission and accreditation readiness, enhances nursing quality measures and patient safety indicators, and sustains in the development and execution of the organization strategic plan and healthcare delivery goals. The ACN supports the planning and problem solving initiative to improve patient flow and refines processes to meet the needs of our patients, nursing service, and the medical center. Additionally, the ACN will incorporate performance improvement and staffing methodology data to develop effective and efficient care delivery models. Prepares strategic reports as required, maintains functional statements and position descriptions current, incorporating most recent qualification standards. The ACN also collaborates with Chief Nurse Operations to ensure the equipment purchase is perform within the required timeframe and according to the established procedures.

The ACN will oversee Emergency Management functions for the nursing service to include preparation, response and recovery activities from a disaster or emergency.


Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:30am-4:00pm and extended hours if needed.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts safety surveillance audits and inspections on a frequent basis according to the required standards and regulations and depending on the degree of hazard. Obtains immediate corrective action of conditions, which are of imminent danger to life or limb.
• Investigates hazardous conditions, equipment, practices, etc. to identify and analyze the nature and severity of hazards and possible remedial actions (i.e., elimination, correction, or protection).
• Ensures corrective actions are initiated and consults with subject matter specialists and managers about changes in work processes and proposed methods to eliminate unnecessary risks and control hazardous conditions.
• As required, investigates or assist investigators in investigating accidents/mishaps, obtains witness statements, photographs the accident scene, records circumstances and extent of injuries, estimates cost of property damages, and prepares a report of findings which includes recommendations to correct unsafe acts or conditions which caused the accident.
• Performs as an experienced specialist in safety work that involves a combined approached to unusual or complex safety and occupational health management issues.
• Plans, develops, and implements safety promotional and educational campaigns containing aspects of difficult issues that are designed to meet both general and specific goals of reducing accidental occurrences and meet unique local situations.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

The major duties of this position include but are not limited to:·

• Apply a wide range of professional theories, assessment methods and techniques to care for ill patients and those with Podiatric medical and surgical problems.
• Develop coherent treatment strategies.
• Incorporate new clinical procedures.
• Provide professional advice and consultation in care areas related to treatment of podiatric conditions.
• Effectively supervise and manage professional staff, especially students and residents.
• Correctly assess qualifications and abilities of current and prospective employees.
• Interpersonal relationships, including conflict resolution and the ability to work collaboratively with other physicians and providers from a wide array of clinical services, specialties and departments.
• Work effectively with individuals or groups representing.
• Diagnose and treat medical and surgical disorders using the most appropriate techniques in providing quality care.
• Responsible for initial evaluation and overall workup, history and physicals, and admission of podiatric patients as needed. Clinical duties include but are not limited to Operating Room (experience in wide variety of standard podiatric surgical procedures and operations), in-patient rounds, Emergency Room and Outpatient Clinics. The staff podiatrist will be able to perform a wide variety of podiatric surgical procedures.
• May also supervise students and residents who rotate through the podiatry service.
• Participate in all surgical quality/performance improvement initiatives as appropriate.
• Participate in podiatry night call and perform emergency podiatric surgical procedures.
• Responsible for providing patients with education concerning their disease state and treatment regimen. The staff podiatrist will assess Veterans' risks and benefits associated with surgical procedures and will provide appropriate informed consent, so Veterans fully understand the important risks and benefits of surgical intervention.
• Complete all electronic, clinical, daily charting and documentation required by the Medical Center in a timely manner as appropriate, including outcomes reporting as appropriate.
• Consult with Medical Center staff on many patient- care issues.
• Enforces a policy of full disclosure. If there is a complication in the course of a patient's care, the staff podiatrist will discuss the untoward event, including the patient's options for second medical opinion or legal action, and will document these discussions in the chart (CPRS).
• Work effectively with patients and co-workers and will treat other health care professionals and patients' families with respect and dignity.
• Report administratively and clinically to the Chief of Podiatry. In addition, this individual may report to the Chief of Surgery for the program(s) to which he/she is assigned.

• Weigh, measure, and assemble ingredients for regular and modified diets
• Clean and sanitize work areas, and perform deep cleaning tasks when needed
• Make precise measurements and weights in preparing recipes and portioning food
• Prepare and heat convenience items such as frozen hash browns, fish fillets, and chicken nuggets
• Use simple arithmetic, such as multiplying and dividing ingredients in a recipe when preparing food items for the correct serving amount
• Perform a full range of simple cooking by preparing and cooking items that require little or no processing
• Prepare fresh, canned, and frozen vegetables
• Follow menu, production sheet and recipe to prepare items in the quantity needed
• Cover, date, and store food leftovers according to established local policies/procedures
• Operate a variety of kitchen equipment
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for cleaning
• Operate industrial dish washing machine
• Monitor and maintain proper spacing of food products from floor, ceiling, and shelving to ensure adequate air flow and spacing of products for optimal food safety
• Prepare pureed foods and adjust consistency with thickeners
• Wash, peel and cut fruits and vegetables
• Follow appropriate safety procedures in operating a variety of kitchen equipment
• Follow sanitary food handling procedures
• Apply knowledge of sanitation principles to safeguard food against spoilage and waste

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Duties may be discussed with hiring manager.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm or department's discretion.
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Duties and responsibilities are but are not limited to:

• Diagnostic skills and the ability to triage, diagnose, and manage a broad spectrum of urgent and chronic dental problems in a patient population with a high percentage of medically compromised individuals.
• Diagnose and treat inflammatory and destructive diseases of investing and supporting tissue of teeth:
  • Cleans and polishes teeth.
  • Eliminates irritating margins of fillings.
  • Correct occlusions.
• Perform surgical procedures to remove diseased tissue, using dental instruments.
• Perform dental implants, osseous surgery, tissue grafts, develop complex treatment plans, and provide preventive care
• Must be trained and competent in providing Basic life Support (BLS). The individual must be able to work collegially with other dentists and physicians.
• Additional duties will be discuss with the hiring manager.

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

As a Licensed Independent Provider, the Nurse Practitioner practices autonomously and in coordination with health care professionals and other individuals. The incumbent provides a wide range of health care services, including the diagnosis and management of acute, chronic, and complex health problems; health promotion; disease prevention; health education; and counseling to individuals, families, groups and communities. Must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center.

Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing high-quality care, increasing access & improving outcomes for Veterans.
• Obtaining and evaluating medical histories; performing physical examinations; performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures; and ordering laboratory studies, radiographs, electrocardiograms, and other special examinations.
• Making arrangements for further care if appropriate (e.g., by entering consults) and serving as a consultant to other providers.
• Working collaboratively with all levels of staff including trainees (e.g., medical students, NP/RN students, PA students, interns, residents, etc.) and a multidisciplinary staff in a fast-paced educational, and collegial environment.
• Developing and implementing evidence based nursing protocols and organizing educational activities targeted toward staff training and development.
• Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions
  with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based
  practice.
• Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health
  and disease management.
• Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies.
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services.
• Provides education to patients and their families.
• Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and
  Excellence.

Major duties and responsibilities will include:

• Initiates ordering requirements of pharmaceuticals, specialty, and supply items through pharmacy prime vendors multi complex accounts or other mandatory sources.
• Assists in determining ordering intervals and stock levels appropriate to meet changes in formulary, brand to AB rated generic drugs, contract changes, conversions, new drug indications including backorders and seasonal changes.
• Procures all types of pharmaceuticals including controlled and non controlled drugs within established VA ordering guidelines, policies, and procedures within inventory management specialized area with the understanding of proper budget utilization.
• Purchases using government issued credit cards for micro purchase limits with understanding of when to use; while maintaining required proper documentation, and reconciliation of receipt of all orders for auditing and accountability purposes, training, etc.
• Utilizes proper inventory management to ensure sufficient stock of medications and supply are available to meet the needs of the pharmacy and patient care.
• Removes expired medications from stock and processes them for safe removal, according to VHA Directives and standard operating procedures.
• Possesses technical working knowledge and follows established policies and procedures of usage rates, stock levels, inventory maintenance concepts including just-in-time inventory and assist in annual or semiannual pharmacy wall-to-wall inventory.
• Possesses technical knowledge of all aspects of drug characteristics and nomenclature for procurement and stock maintenance including: (1) Generic and brand names (2) Dosage forms (3) Various systems of weights and measures (4) Drug product codes (5) Drug AB rating equivalence.

Care is provided to patients who exhibit a variety of physical problems. In addition, ambulatory care patients who present behavioral problems will benefit of a Whole Health care delivery system in Primary Care, in which a partnership to reach well-being is developed with Primary Care teams, families and other professional working with Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI), and Suicide Prevention program. The LPN/LVN functions under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) who is responsible for the coordination of the patient's care. LPNs at are expected to perform all duties within the scope of their license. They are expected to exercise greater judgment require less supervision and operate in accordance with all established policies and procedures. The LPN/LVN will implement appropriate nursing actions based upon the plan of care and his/her observations of the patient's condition. The LPN/L VN serves as a member of the health care team in the Outpatient care setting. The LPN/LVN recognizes the need for and seeks guidance when necessary to ensure quality patient care. In organizing and delivering care, the LPN/LVN recognizes and considers emotional, cultural, spiritual, and age-related factors. He/she will demonstrate increasing levels of responsibility as he/she actively progresses up the career ladder. The LPN collaborates with the patient and Sub-Specialty Providers, family/caregiver, internal and community-based services involved in providing care to the patient) in developing the patient driven holistic care plan for life. Provides patient and family health education with a focus on self management, prevention, and wellness, based on the patient's goals. We also provide a full range of primary and preventive women's health care, including Gynecological and Reproductive Care (except for OB and infertility services), evaluate patient's reminders due, to determine needs of: mammography, pelvic exam, breast exam, densitometry as well as sexual trauma counseling among other interventions.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm and extended hours
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Develops thorough, administrative and strategic operational initiatives, projects, and programs.
• Collect, analyze, present, and make recommendations from data/research to Executive Leadership.
• Plans, organizes, trends, reviews, and provide recommendations to Executive Leadership regarding resource requests.
• Implements, reviews, and provides guidance to Executive Leadership in the application of VA/VHA policies and procedures.
• Coordinates, guides, facilitates, and participates in process improvement and strategic planning efforts.
• Oversees and coordinates the administrative operations for the Office of the Associate Director.
• Coordinate and support executive-level councils, committees, and work groups.
• Oversee management of action item and Congressional/White House Hotline inquiries including assignment, review, and submission.
• Serve as a liaison and representative for Executive Leadership interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coach, guide, and direct Service/Section Chiefs, and Admin Officers to support daily operations and long-term strategic plans.
• Reviews audits and evaluations which are conducted at the facility.
• Works closely with Quality, Safety, EEO, Human Resources, Finance, Compliance and Business Integrity, Veteran Experience, Information Technology and Security and Public Affairs, to identify incidents that may form part of a pattern or be indicative of a more general problem within the healthcare system.
• Incumbent will be asked to take on collateral assignments in overall program areas directly impacting healthcare delivery operations.
• Conducts analytical studies on particular operational processes, issue topics, or related special projects.
• Leads and participates in taskforce or research groups to analyze problem areas and recommends adjustments to improve existing policy or procedure to achieve desired results.
• Other duties as assigned.