Nurse (Inpatient Clinical/OB-GYN)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Irwin, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is an inpatient clinical nurse role focused on obstetrical and gynecological patients and their newborns at Army Community Hospital Weed in Fort Irwin, California. The nurse provides professional nursing care for patients whose conditions range from routine needs to complex complications requiring sophisticated, highly technical care and treatment. The role coordinates case-management needs, performs procedures and treatments, administers medications, and provides evidence-based education to patients and their families or caregivers. The nurse also participates in continuing education to maintain skills and meet annual requirements.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The position is designated Mission Essential, and the incumbent may be required to report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies. Work may involve rotating shifts, on-call duty, evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying schedules. A one-year probationary period is required. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available to candidates new to Federal service.

Requirements

• A graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program. Transcripts must be provided.
• 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 a passing score on the National Council Licensure Examination.
• One or more full years of professional nursing experience providing inpatient nursing care to obstetrical and gynecological patients, assisting physicians with procedures, and administering medications. Education cannot substitute for this experience requirement.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• A personnel security investigation and suitability or fitness determination may be required; the role has initial and periodic background investigation requirements because of recurring interaction with children and youth under 18.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Must undergo pre-employment screening and random drug testing and consent to random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre-placement medical examination, annual physical examinations, and immunization screening are required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for direct patient contact; other immunization proof may also be required depending on the position.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Applicants educated at foreign nursing schools must complete the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program and provide a copy of the CGFNS Certificate.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate case-management needs with the case and outcomes management team.
• Provide professional nursing care to OB/GYN patients and their newborns, including patients with routine needs and complex complications requiring highly technical care and treatment.
• Perform procedures and treatments and administer medications.
• Participate in continuing education programs to update or maintain skills and knowledge and meet annual requirements.
• Provide evidence-based instructions and education to patients, significant others, family members, or caregivers.
• Report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree