- Position Title
- Nurse Practitioner - Mental Health
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTB-11924295-23-JN Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, April 12, 2023 to Saturday, September 30, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Resume Reminder- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
3.
Are you willing to accept the conditions of employment as indicated in the announcement?
Accuracy of Application Reminder:
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Atlanta VA Health Care System. Please select the most appropriate response to the questions/statements below. Your responses to the questionnaire, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
Are you proficient in spoken and written English? Per VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3j: No person will be appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C., chapter 73 or 74, to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA who is not proficient in written and spoken English.
2.
All Registered Nurses must have graduated from a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State agency AND accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN formerly the NLNAC) OR the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) at the time of graduation. In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing; possession of current, full, active, and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school. Also, the completion of coursework equivalent to a nursing degree in a MSN Bridge Program that qualifies for professional nursing registration constitutes the completion of an approved course of study. Do you meet the above requirements?
I understand that I must submit a copy of transcripts documenting the degree was awarded (unofficial are sufficient at the time of application).
I understand that I must submit a copy of transcripts documenting the degree was awarded (unofficial are sufficient at the time of application).
3.
Do you possess a current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a registered nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e. Puerto Rico) of the U.S. or in the District of Columbia.?
I understand that I must submit a copy of the license.
I understand that I must submit a copy of the license.
4.
I understand that the VA Form 10-2850a Application for Nurses and Nurse Anesthetists MUST be completed in its entirety and included in my application package in order for me to be considered for this vacancy.
NOTE: This form can be found at http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850a-091998-fill.pdf (http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850a-091998-fill.pdf) (http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850a-091998-fill.pdf) in a fillable format. This is a required form and must be submitted. Applicants who fail to submit will be rated ineligible for consideration. Additionally, applicants who fail to provide a complete and detailed explanation in response to any question (28-37) in which your answer is "Yes" will also be rated ineligible for consideration. This response should be provided on a separate sheet of paper as instructed on the form.
NOTE: This form can be found at http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850a-091998-fill.pdf (http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850a-091998-fill.pdf) (http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850a-091998-fill.pdf) in a fillable format. This is a required form and must be submitted. Applicants who fail to submit will be rated ineligible for consideration. Additionally, applicants who fail to provide a complete and detailed explanation in response to any question (28-37) in which your answer is "Yes" will also be rated ineligible for consideration. This response should be provided on a separate sheet of paper as instructed on the form.
5.
Nurse Practitioners: registered nurses appointed or otherwise moving a Nurse Practitioner assignment must meet and maintain the following additional qualifications.
A nurse practitioner must be licensed or otherwise recognized as a nurse practitioner in a State, possess a master's degree from a program accredited by the NLNAC or CCNE, and maintain full and current certification as a nurse practitioner from the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying body. The certification must be in the specialty to which the individual is being appointed or selected. Do you meet this additional requirement?
I understand that I must submit sufficient documentation to support my response.
A nurse practitioner must be licensed or otherwise recognized as a nurse practitioner in a State, possess a master's degree from a program accredited by the NLNAC or CCNE, and maintain full and current certification as a nurse practitioner from the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying body. The certification must be in the specialty to which the individual is being appointed or selected. Do you meet this additional requirement?
I understand that I must submit sufficient documentation to support my response.
6.
I understand that because I am claiming eligibility based on my college education, I must include a copy of my transcripts that illustrate the name and address of the college or university attended.
NOTE: Transcripts can be unofficial. If selected, I may be asked to submit official transcripts. Do not submit copies of your diploma. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of school transcript.
NOTE: Transcripts can be unofficial. If selected, I may be asked to submit official transcripts. Do not submit copies of your diploma. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of school transcript.
7.
I understand that my resume may be submitted in any format. My resume must include my first and last name, current address, current email address, current phone number, job title, duties, and accomplishments. For qualifications determinations my resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If my resume does not contain this information, my application will be marked as incomplete and I will not receive consideration for this vacancy. I am encouraged to include my employer's name and address, and my supervisor's name and phone number. If I am a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, I should also provide my pay plan, series, and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09).
NOTE: If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
NOTE: If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
8.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in the application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5. C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated and that responding "No" or providing no response to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.