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This position will support the Federal Government's response efforts to COVID-19.This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) of the Hampton VA Medical Center. The RN provides direct staff and Veteran support in of COVID 19 duties and under the guidance of the Nurse Manager. Primary duties will likely be within the vaccination clinic and/or the COVID testing areas, with the possibility of working on acute care if there is an increase in COVID related admissions. . This is an Open Continuous Announcement. Certificates of eligibles will be reviewed periodically and referred. Occassional travel to outlying community based clinics if needed. Specific practice settings include the Vaccine Clinics, testing operations (tent setting), Critical Care, Primary Care, Med/Surg, Mental Health, Geriatrics and Extended Care, Spinal Cord Injury/Disorders, and other areas. The practice of each registered nurse is based on knowledge, experience, and research and has a direct impact on patient outcomes in the assigned area and for the facility. Role responsibilities and accountabilities also include demonstration of knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of patients served in the assigned area of practice. This knowledge includes understanding changes associated with aging and principles of growth and development relevant to the adult and geriatric population. In addition, the registered nurse is accountable and responsible for possessing the knowledge and skills to: Communicate and interact appropriately and courteously with all internal and external customers Maintain confidentiality of electronic, written, and/or verbal patient/employee information Demonstrate working practices that include adherence to Infection Control standards and the safe use and operation of equipment. Screens all recipient's pre-vaccine for potential concerns as identified by facility guidelines Educates recipient and administers vaccine as indicated. Documents vaccine administration using appropriate medical record system. Monitors pre and post vaccination for potential side effects and refers for additional assessment/care as indicated. Collaborates effectively with all disciplines and levels of care regarding patient care. Compliance with various Isolation Precautions and Infection Control Guidelines Skills in time management, priority setting, assessment and urgent intervention are required for this position Other duties as assigned by Supervisor Current BLS certification is required for this position Other duties as assigned. The incumbent may receive a variety of additional assignments/special projects, either to meet the needs of the Medical Center during a pandemic or designed for professional growth of the individual. Work Schedule: Full Time, Temporary Tour of Duty: 8-12 hour tours; Likely primarily Monday thru Friday between 0700-1900; weekends/night shifts may be needed if admissions increase. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required