Advanced Practice Nurse (Family Practice Nurse Practitioner) GS-0610-12

Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA•Biloxi, MS

1d•$156,210•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to elevate your practice and make a profound impact on the lives of those who defend our nation? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Advanced Practice Nurse (Family Nurse Practitioner) to join our premier medical team at Keesler Air Force Base in beautiful Biloxi, Mississippi. This position is located at Keesler Medical Center, Biloxi, MS. This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Salary: Up to- $156,210. This is an employed civilian Family Nurse Practitioner position that affords job security, a competitive salary, bonuses, moving expenses, full malpractice coverage, up to 26 days paid vacation, 11 days paid Federal Holidays, a sick leave benefit, CME opportunities, and a first-class health and retirement benefit package. Keesler Medical Center at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, is one of the largest and most comprehensive medical facilities in the U.S. Air Force. Operated by the 359th Medical Group, it delivers direct healthcare to tens of thousands of beneficiaries, active-duty members, and military retirees.

Requirements

US Citizens
A graduate or higher level degree from an accredited professional nursing educational program in Advanced Practice Nursing 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.
Foreign Degree: Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program.
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; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination.
A current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse in the specialty of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing or related specialty from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant.
Active, current registration as a professional nurse in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
One or more full years of professional nursing experience which includes performing examinations of patients, ordering or interpreting laboratory tests, and prescribing medications.
Must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Nice To Haves

Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

Responsibilities

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) delivers comprehensive primary, preventative, and therapeutic health care services to assigned patients within a Military Treatment Facility (MTF) family practice clinic.
Operating with clinical autonomy, the FNP manages acute and chronic conditions, performs specialized military readiness assessments, conducts minor procedures, and serves as a clinical consultant and educator.
Diagnose and manage acute, chronic, and episodic illnesses across the lifespan.
Perform comprehensive physicals, well-baby exams, and specialized military readiness assessments (PHAs, pre/post-deployments, MEB summaries, and dependent clearances).
Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, EKGs, X-rays, CTs, MRIs) and request specialty consultations.
Formulate treatment plans, prescribe pharmacologic agents (including pain management), and document all care in electronic medical records IAW evidence-based DoD/VA guidelines.
Perform minor clinical procedures (shave/punch/mole biopsies, minor suturing, joint aspirations, toenail removals, and IV placements).
Collaborate with consulting physicians to develop, evaluate, and revise facility healthcare policies and family nursing protocols.
Monitor and adjust treatment regimens for chronically ill patients, recognizing scope limitations and referring to specialty care when indicated.
Serve as a clinical consultant, instructor, and peer reviewer to improve care delivery.
Participate in staff development, quality assurance monitoring, and continuous peer evaluation.
Serve as the functional family health expert for the medical group.
Participate in committees and process improvement initiatives to optimize clinic operations.