Nurse (Clinical / Ambulatory) - Fort Myer, United States - US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
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Fort Myer, United States

2 days ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:


  • Communicates with providers regarding determinations and situations, documents events appropriately.
  • Provides patient education as an integral part of the services offered.
  • Makes psychosocial assessment of patients to identify significant cultural practices, the ability to understand and cooperate, and expectations of care and coping mechanisms.
  • Accepts consults for the education of patients in the outpatient setting.
  • Coordinates patient referrals to support services provided through the internal and external community, or the TRICARE network.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of educational activities.
  • Prepares and administers oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous medications.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
  • Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
  • Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
  • A preplacement medical examination is required.
  • Applicants must be able to fulfill nonprivileged professional credential requirements.
  • Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds is required.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
  • Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.

Qualifications:


Who May Apply:
US Citizens
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Education/Experience: A diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and possession of at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or above) which includes providing comprehensive ambulatory nursing care to patients, administering medications, and providing patient and/or staff education.

  • OR
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Education: A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field including but not limited to nursing.

  • Exemption: You are exempt from the qualification requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before

Note:
You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.


Education:


Additional information:


  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Benefits
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As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.


How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.


If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.


You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process.

If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

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