Nurse HIV/AIDS

Summary This position is located in the Division of Nursing Services, Branch of Internal Medicine Clinic at the Gallup Indian Medical Center (GIMC), Gallup, NM. The Nurse (HIV/AIDS) is responsible for outpatient health care delivery to patients affected by Human Immunodeficiency (HIV)/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). This will also include managing patients who may temporarily be in an inpatient setting. Learn more about this agency Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 04/12/2024 to 05/02/2024 Salary $95,645 - $124,335 per year Pay scale & grade GS 11 Help Location 2 vacancies in the following location: Gallup, NM Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type Permanent - Work schedule Full-time - Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family (Series) 0610 Nurse Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR) Trust determination process Suitability/Fitness Announcement number IHS-24-GA DHA Control number Help This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency The IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Videos Help Duties This position is being announced concurrently under Excepted Service Examining Plan and Merit Promotion procedures. Please review vacancy announcement number IHS-24-GA ESEP/MP; for eligibility requirements. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered. Provides direct nursing care for the HlV/AIDS program in the clinic. Conducts nurse field visits as indicated by the population needs. Provides care, preventive services, and counseling including guidance in nutrition, exercise, wellness teaching, HIV transmission prevention, substance abuse prevention and self-management education. This specifically includes but is not limited to information regarding disease process, medications and side effects. Promotes responsible behavior and implements plans to further enhance patient/family understanding of medical problems. Recognizes the need for reassessment by the physician or other sub-specialist healthcare professional. Documents services, data, patient assessment and care plan in an acceptable form in the medical record and registry. Acts as a liaison and collaborates with medical providers, specialty service providers, and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols, standards of practice and policies. The incumbent will participate in ongoing quality improvement activities, including audits, chart reviews, development of review criteria, and development of plans for performance improvement set out within the Internal Medicine Department. Develops and maintains a registry of the high-risk patients and a disease specific registry of patients with HIV/AIDS. Submits quarterly progress reports to the Indian Health Service HIV consultant at headquarters to ensure future funding. Assures that new HIV positive cases are report to the state departments of health and promptly enrolled in care. Obtains information and educational handouts for patients with targeted illnesses and conditions. Works closely with the Infectious Disease Specialist and other physicians to ensure that adequate and accurate patient education is being provided and is available. Acts as a patient advocate and demonstrates cultural sensitivity. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment Selectee may be subject to a probationary period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities. COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty. The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain an active, unrestricted Nursing license in any State (U.S.). If they are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process. Qualifications To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Education: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing. A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education , Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. Degree from Foreign Nursing School: Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools. Experience: The work experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. At the GS-09 and above grade level, many positions may require experience in a specialty area of nursing. Licensure: For all grade levels and positions, applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition, they must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. Basic Requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) Grade Level In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field; or At least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level) and possession of a diploma, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree from a professional nursing educational program. In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GS-11: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Providing direct nursing care to the HIV/AIDS and STI patient population. Conduct field visits to rural areas as needed for high-risk patients. Community Outreach for education regarding HIV/STI prevention. Following up and locating those patients with HIV/STIs. Knowledge of the disease process, complications, and treatment options associated with each diagnosis. Knowledge of the medications used in treatment, their side effects, and the combinations used for treatment. Knowledge of the different labs drawn prior to treatments, different collection of specimens-blood, rectal swabs, throat swabs and anal paps. Knowledge of alcohol and drug abuse. Empathetic, compassionate, understanding with patients newly diagnosed with positive results. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement . click apply for full job details