Nurse Inpatient

Summary Join our team of health care professionals committed to improving the quality of health care delivery while providing essential Inpatient care against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains' snowcapped peaks and sweeping vistas of the Great Plains. This position serves as a Nurse (Inpatient) located within a hospital or health center in the Billings Area Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Nursing Services. Recruitment/relocation incentives up to 25% possible Learn more about this agency Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 04/04/2024 to 12/31/2024 Salary $71,483 - $106,770 per year A housing subsidy of up to $625.12 per pay period without dependents or $770.02 per pay period with dependents may be available. Pay scale & grade GS 4 - 9 Help Locations Browning, MT Crow Agency, MT Harlem, MT Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required 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 9 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-BI ESEP/MP Control number Help This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee. Family of overseas employees Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas. Federal employees - Competitive service Current or former competitive service federal employees. Federal employees - Excepted service Current excepted service federal employees. Individuals with disabilities Land & base management Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency. Military spouses National Guard & reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members. Native Americans Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation. Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista Veterans 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 reports to the Supervisory Nurse or designee and will have the following duties: Take initial medical history on all patients. Perform visual assessment (heart lungs), observation, and some physical assessment (heart lungs), observe and recognize unusual or complex problems and make proper disposition. Assist physician during patient examinations. Collect specimens and orders appropriate laboratory studies after thorough assessment and orders x-ray studies as authorized by physician. Assess health problems within the following categories: respiratory illness, abdominal pain, urological, musculoskeletal, dermatological, patients. Assess and triage chronic disease entities such as chronic back and shoulder pain, gastrointestinal problems, diabetes, and hypertension and refers appropriately to the physician for further evaluation and care. Record accurate, timely, and appropriate information in the medical record through use of SOAP method of charting, which includes vital signs, laboratory and x-ray data and physical findings. Teach patients about the nature of the illness, treatment, and general health measures. Acquaint patients with military and civilian resources available and assists with arrangements for follow-up care based on results of laboratory and x-ray reports and the mental health and well- being of the patient. Notify patients regarding lab results and provide nursing advice to patients telephoning the clinic. Document phone conversations and advice given. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment Selectee may be subject to a probationary/trial period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial 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. 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 medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service. On-call hours, rotating shifts, nights/weekends/holidays may be required. 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 This Open Continuous Announcement (OCA) allows acceptance of applications throughout the year with eligible applicants being placed on the OCA register and referred for consideration when vacancies occur. Your application will expire in 8 months. You must reapply at least every 8 months to keep your application active for this vacancy. 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. The Hiring Manager/Selecting Official may elect to utilize an available flexibility wherein applicants who are currently enrolled and expected to complete the required education and obtain the required licensure/certification/registration within 9 month(s) of applying, may be deemed tentatively qualified. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Education: 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, 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. 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. 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-9 and above grade level, many positions may require experience in a specialty area of nursing. In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. 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: Basic Requirements for the GS-04 (Excepted Service Applicants Only) must have one of the following: Completed a professional nursing program of less than 30 months' duration or an associate degree. Or, completed at least one (1) year of nursing experience as a military corpsman. Basic Requirements for the GS-5 (or equivalent) Grade Level: To qualify at the GS-5 (or equivalent) grade level, applicants must meet one of the following qualification requirements: Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing with no experience; or Possession of a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing and one full year of professional nursing experience . click apply for full job details