Medical Support Assistant (PRC)

Indian Health Service • Browning, MT

116d

About The Position

This position is for a professional nurse within the Federal service, specifically in locations such as Browning, Harlem, Hays, Lame Deer, Poplar, and Wolf Point, MT. The role requires a graduate or higher level degree in nursing from an accredited program, and candidates must possess a current, active nursing license. The position involves providing nursing care, including medication administration, patient assessment, and coordination of care with other departments. Applicants must demonstrate relevant experience and education to qualify for the position.

Requirements

• Graduate or higher level degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• Current, active, full, and unrestricted nursing license.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
• Experience in a specialty area of nursing may be required for GS-9 and above.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in coordinating patient care.
• Leadership experience in a nursing environment.
• Completion of graduate education in a professional nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide nursing care for individual patients.
• Administer medications and vaccines.
• Conduct EKGs and Blood Glucose testing.
• Screen and evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments and outside facilities.
• Lead departmental teams and direct the work of health technicians and trainee nurses.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees