Nurse (Clinical/Ambulatory)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Fort Sam Houston, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This Nurse (Clinical/Ambulatory) position is located at Brooke Army Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The nurse provides ambulatory nursing care, supports clinic operations and patient education, and may serve as head nurse assigning staff based on scope of practice, competencies, priorities, and patient care needs. The role includes preparing rooms and supplies for procedures, screening patient charts, conducting initial assessments, screening for substance abuse, and verifying allergies. The nurse educates patients and family members about disease processes and provides emotional support as needed. The position is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service. A recruitment or relocation incentive and student loan repayment may be authorized. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes. The incumbent must meet nursing education and licensure requirements, maintain BLS and ACLS certifications, and fulfill applicable professional credential requirements. The role is designated Mission Essential and requires reporting during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies.

Requirements

A graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program, unless qualifying for the stated federal-employee exemption.
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 passage of the National Council Licensure Examination, unless qualifying for the stated federal-employee exemption.
At least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to GS-9 or above, including ambulatory nursing care, medication administration, and patient or family education; alternatively, a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field.
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.
Must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Must obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Must fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
Must consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing; the position is subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing.
Must complete a pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
Must undergo a suitability or fitness determination and required Personnel Security Investigation, including initial and periodic re-verification because the role involves recurring interaction with children and youth under age 18.
Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Applicants qualifying through education must provide transcripts.
Must report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Assign nursing staff according to scope of practice, competencies, priorities, and patient care needs.
Establish, review, and update nursing policies and standard operating procedures for staff.
Screen patient charts and perform initial patient assessments prior to admission.
Prepare rooms for procedures and ensure necessary supplies and instruments are available.
Assist the clinic with patient and staff education.
Screen patients for substance abuse and verify allergies.
Instruct and educate patients and family members regarding disease processes.
Provide emotional support to patients and family members as needed.
Provide ambulatory nursing care, administer medications, and provide education to patients and/or their families as part of the qualifying experience.