Nurse (Clinical/Community-Occupational Health)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Fort Drum, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Army Public Health Clinic within Guthrie Army Health Clinic at Fort Drum, New York. The Nurse plans, directs, administers, and evaluates a segment of the serviced population as part of the Epidemiology Program. The role coordinates public-health communication and care related to observed outbreaks, provides infectious-disease case management for Active Duty soldiers, and supports health education and awareness activities for military and community groups. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service, and student loan repayment may be authorized. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

Requirements

A graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program, subject to the stated federal employee exemption.
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 passage of the National Council Licensure Examination, subject to the stated federal employee exemption.
For foreign nursing-school graduates, official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required.
A diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to GS-9 or above, including experience assisting with guidance for community/public health, evaluating health education programs, and serving on community/public health improvement groups or initiatives; alternatively, a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field.
A current federal employee claiming the stated 0610-series exemption must meet the applicable doctoral-degree or graduate-education alternative described in the posting.
Certain Department of War Nurse or Practical Nurse employees with at least one year of qualifying service and a subsequently obtained bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited professional nursing program may qualify for the stated specialized-experience exemption.
Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
Complete a background investigation and meet suitability or fitness requirements; the role has initial and periodic re-verification requirements because it involves recurring interaction with people under 18.
Submit to pre-employment urinalysis and 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 medically or religiously exempt, and complete immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
Complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter to demonstrate the required physical health and fitness for the duties.
Be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
Possess or obtain and maintain a valid driver's license from one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
Be a U.S. citizen; proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Complete a one-year probationary period; continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
Use direct deposit for pay.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, administer, and evaluate a segment of the serviced population as part of the Epidemiology Program.
Facilitate timely communication with installation agencies, state public health departments, and military regional health centers to manage or report data or coordinate care regarding observed outbreaks.
Plan, coordinate, and implement educational programs for community and military groups on infectious diseases and their transmission.
Case manage Active Duty positive soldiers who require Infectious Disease appointments; conduct case contact interviews, counseling, education, and support for soldiers and their families.
Provide public health nursing referrals for Soldiers and families transferring under Permanent Change of Station (PCS) to a gaining installation or component.
Provide health awareness activities, including monthly health observance information and health screening activities at community fairs and forums, using print and electronic media.