Nurse (Clinical)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Fort Campbell, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This Nurse (Clinical) position is located at Blanchfield Army Community Hospital, Fort Campbell, Tennessee. The nurse provides immediate care for non-urgent patient problems, supports healthcare providers during examinations and procedures, monitors patient charts to assess medical history and develop patient care plans, and applies professional nursing theories, principles, and procedures in patient care. The role also includes educating patients and staff about professional patient care. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
A qualifying nursing degree or diploma from an appropriately accredited professional nursing educational program, unless exempt under the stated federal employee provision.
A current, active, full, and unrestricted professional nursing license or registration from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory, and successful completion of the National Council Licensure Examination, unless exempt under the stated federal employee provision.
At least one year of professional nursing experience equivalent to GS-9 or above, including comprehensive care for medical or surgical patients, medication administration via various routes, and patient education; alternatively, a qualifying PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in nursing or a related medical science field, or eligibility for the stated Defense Health Agency Nurse Experience Exemption.
Graduates of foreign nursing schools must complete the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program and provide a copy of the CGFNS Certificate.
Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support certification from or in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
Complete required suitability and background investigations, including periodic reverification because the role involves recurring interaction with people under 18.
Submit to pre-employment urinalysis and comply with pre-employment and random drug testing, including testing based on reasonable suspicion or involvement in an on-duty accident.
Meet mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements unless an approved medical or religious exemption is documented; undergo Hepatitis B immunization screening and required immunization for direct patient contact, and other immunization screening as applicable.
Complete tuberculosis testing and a pre-employment physical examination, with annual examinations thereafter.
Be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship; male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Complete a one-year probationary period and use direct deposit for pay.
Resume must clearly describe relevant experience; transcripts and other required documentation must be provided as applicable.

Responsibilities

Address immediate health care needs for non-urgent patient problems.
Educate patients and staff members regarding professional patient care.
Assist healthcare providers with examinations and procedures.
Monitor patient charts to assess medical history and formulate patient care plans.
Apply professional nursing theories, principles, and procedures while providing patient care.
Report to work or remain on duty during severe weather or other emergency situations as a Mission Essential and Inclement Weather Essential employee.