Nurse (Ambulatory Care)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Temecula, CA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a Nurse (Ambulatory Care) within the Defense Health Agency at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton Branch Clinics in Temecula, California. The role provides ambulatory nursing care, triage, care coordination, patient education, medication administration, and follow-up support. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Meet the basic nursing education requirement: a graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an appropriately accredited professional nursing educational program. Transcripts must be provided.
• Hold 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 have passed the National Council Licensure Examination.
• For graduates of foreign nursing schools, complete the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program and provide a copy of the CGFNS Certificate.
• Meet one of the stated qualification pathways: a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing plus at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to GS-9 or above, including ambulatory patient care, medication administration, and education for patients or nursing staff; or a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• Obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• Meet background investigation, credit check, pre-employment screening, and random drug testing requirements, and consent to random drug urinalysis.
• Complete a pre-placement medical examination and required immunization screening, including Hepatitis B immunization for direct patient contact; other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
• Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Meet initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements related to recurring interaction with children and youth under 18.
• Be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Be able to work uncommon tours of duty, including on-call, fixed or rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Meet travel requirements to various locations, potentially using privately owned vehicles, commercial transportation, and/or military aircraft, ships, and vehicles.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship. A one-year trial or probationary period may be required, and direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent, comprehensive telephone and clinical triaging.
• Facilitate care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach.
• Provide patient education as an integral part of services offered.
• Screen patient charts to assess medical history and determine health care needs.
• Recognize and report abnormal test results, changes in symptoms, and the need for follow-up.
• Prepare and administer oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications.
• Reinforce health care provider instructions and encourage patients to maintain their health and practice self-care.

Benefits

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service.
• Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

What This Job Offers

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