The Endocrinology staff nurse meets all the requirements and performs complex outpatient assignments, (see job responsibilities). The RN will consistently demonstrate technical skills as well as comprehensive knowledge of the program which she/he coordinates with minimal need for readily available supervision. Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commiss