Nurse (Emergency Room)

United States Department of Health and Human Services • Whiteriver, AZ

403d • $66,919 - $124,335 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse (Emergency Room) position at the Indian Health Service in Whiteriver, Arizona, involves providing comprehensive nursing care to patients of all ages with a variety of acute and emergent conditions. This role is part of a Direct Hire Open Continuous Announcement, primarily targeting federal employees who are surplus or displaced, as well as Native Americans and U.S. citizens. The position requires a strong commitment to patient care in a fast-paced emergency environment, including assessment, triage, and the administration of therapeutic measures as prescribed by physicians.

Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment examination.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must have a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse.
• Education: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required.
• Experience must equip the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a specialty area of nursing for GS-9 and above positions.
• Graduate education in a professional nursing educational program.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients presenting for emergency care and triage based on history, physical assessment, and chief complaint.
• Provide comprehensive nursing care for acutely ill and/or critically ill patients.
• Administer therapeutic measures as prescribed by the physician, including medication administration, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for workplace flexibilities including remote work or telework options.
• Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment programs for qualifying health disciplines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Associate degree