Nurse Outpatient

Summary This is a Direct Hire Open Continuous Announcement for facilities in the Phoenix Area IHS. Outpatient Registered Nurses provide comprehensive nursing care across the age spectrum with a wide range of conditions in outpatient primary care. RNs assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care consistent with patient-centered medical home principles and emphasizing interdisciplinary collaborative processes. Learn more about this agency Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 01/01/2024 to 12/31/2024 Salary $71,483 - $106,770 per year Pay scale & grade GS 5 - 9 Help Locations Many vacancies in the following locations: Parker, AZ Peach Springs, AZ Polacca, AZ Supai, AZ Show more locations (3) Winterhaven, CA Moapa, NV Fort Duchesne, UT Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - 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 Multiple Appointment Types - Work schedule Multiple Schedules - 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 Credentialing Suitability/Fitness Announcement number IHS-24-PX DHA 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. Native Americans Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation. 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 Performs comprehensive professional nursing duties for the care of patients with a variety of injuries and illnesses in the outpatient department and/or field clinics. Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents comprehensive nursing care for patients presenting with a wide range of health conditions and across the age spectrum in collaboration with the patient, family, caregiver(s) and interdisciplinary team and aligned clinical practice guidelines and standards of care. Administers medication and therapeutic treatment measures and care procedures per established policies and guidelines; observes and documents patient condition, changes and reactions to medications and medical treatment(s). Uses appropriate medical supplies and/or equipment, such as 12-lead EKGs, fetal monitor, pulse oximeter, blood glucose meters, nebulizers, monitoring devices (cardiac monitors, oxygen monitors, etc.) Closely observes patients for conditions that may require emergent measures; recognizes, identifies and interprets serious clinical situations; provides appropriate immediate emergency measures. Coordinates interdisciplinary patient care and support activities across the healthcare continuum. Plans for care management of targeted patient populations; assures pre-visit planning for patients; coordinates internal and external care referrals, develops and/or maintains disease and case management registries. Assesses patient's needs and health status data, individually and/or with the care team to develop a plan of care. Accepts responsibilities as team leader and/or charge nurse. Coordinates clinical and patient flow, prepares assignments and provides guidance and leadership to nursing personnel of varied skill levels. In the absence of the supervisor, accepts those supervisory and administrative responsibilities. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment Must pass pre-employment examination. 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. 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 or standby duty may be required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit Direct deposit is required. 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 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. Licensure: 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, many positions may require experience in a specialty area of nursing. GS-5 Basic Requirements: applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Possession of a bachelor's 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 GS-7 Basic Requirements: applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement provision; Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-5 grade level); Possession of a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing and two full years of professional nursing experience; or Completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a professional nursing educational program. GS-9 Basic Requirements: applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Possession of a master's degree in professional nursing; or Possession of a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program AND at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-7 grade level or above): Independently evaluates patient status and patient's standard of care and revises necessary to meet the revisions in the medical care plan and the patient's changing needs. Participates in the development of nursing procedures and performance improvement standards for outpatient care medical services. Education This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. 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