Nurse (MedicalSurgical)

• Promoting evidence-based nursing practice through coordinating care focused on patient education self-management and overall satisfaction throughout the continuum of inpatient care.
• Performing comprehensive assessments planning implementing and evaluating patient care based on clinical findings and the nursing process.
• Administering medications and performing procedures in accordance with established policies and clinical standards.
• Recognizing changes in patient condition identifying urgent or emergent situations and initiating appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards and maintaining knowledge of current clinical and operational guidelines.

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 competitive vacancy announcement advertised under Direct Hire Authority. Selections made under this vacancy announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would therefore be given new appointments to the civil service; however benefits time served and all other Federal entitlements would remain the same.

You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

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.

This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.

This position has no promotion potential.

IHS Selectees that will work in an IHS health care facility may be subject to Employee Health Policies related to Measles and Rubella and seasonal influenza immunizations. Vaccine exemption requests may be available according to the National and/or Service Unit guidance.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

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 bachelors degree associate degree or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required.

Licensure For all grade levels and positions applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination(external link). 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.

In addition to the Basic Requirements you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below-

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Perform complex assessments of patients with acute chronic and post-operative conditions and independently identify and respond to changes in clinical status; Manage medication administration for patients with complex medical needs including high-risk medications and evaluating therapeutic outcomes; Lead the development implementation and evaluation of nursing care plans and nursing diagnoses for patients with multifaceted care requirements; Serve as a clinical resource or preceptor for less experienced nursing staff by providing guidance mentoring and clinical support; Participate in interdisciplinary care planning quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice activities to improve patient outcomes. OR

Possession of a masters degree in professional nursing.

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.