Nurse (Consultant)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Hood, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse (Consultant) position is located at Fort Hood, Texas, and supports the Military Treatment Facility (MTF) Clinical Case Management Program. The nurse provides clinical case management, care coordination, and discharge/disposition services; coordinates care among military and civilian healthcare agencies; and monitors program activities using objective criteria. The role also involves educating patients and families about the clinical case management process.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service. The position is designated Mission Essential and Inclement Weather Essential, requiring the incumbent to report during contingency operations, emergencies, severe weather, or other designated conditions.

Requirements

• A qualifying nursing degree or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program, unless exempt under the stated federal employee provision.
• A current, active, full, and unrestricted professional nurse license or registration from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory, and passing the National Council Licensure Examination, unless exempt under the stated federal employee provision.
• Either a nursing diploma, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to GS-9 or above, including coordinating care across multiple providers, comprehensive clinical assessments, individualized care plans, monitoring outcomes, and educating patients or staff; or a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field.
• Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program and provide a copy of the CGFNS Certificate.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• A personnel security investigation and suitability or fitness determination may be required.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• This is a Testing Designated Position requiring pre-employment screening and participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening are required; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
• Must report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies and make every attempt to report on time or remain on duty during severe weather.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor the MTF’s clinical case management.
• Coordinate care and collaboration among multiple military and/or civilian (purchased care) healthcare agencies.
• Evaluate clinical case management activities and conduct ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the Clinical Case Management Program using objective criteria.
• Educate patients and families about the clinical case management process.
• Provide comprehensive clinical case management, care coordination, and discharge/disposition services.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on the position type.
• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level