Occupational Health Nurse

Koniag Government Services, LLC•Washington, DC

21h•$39 - $44•Hybrid

About The Position

Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Occupational Health Nurse to support Kadiak and our Department of State customer in Washington, DC, and Department of State Annex site in Arlington VA to provide expert immunization services and health consultations to federal employees and their eligible family members who are preparing for overseas assignments and international travel. This role involves assessing travel health risks, administering vaccinations, and offering education on preventive measures for clients traveling to global destinations.

Requirements

Background in international travel immunizations is required and should be reflected in your resume.
Strong knowledge of international travel health requirements and immunization protocols.
High attention to detail
Unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia as well as Washington DC. (DC license is required as DC is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact).
Graduation from a National League of Nursing (NLN) accredited School of Nursing
Proficient in phlebotomy
Proficient in IM and SQ injections
Current BLS/AED recognized by the American Heart Association
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the clinical nursing duties (e.g., CPR performance, responding immediately to an emergency, carrying a thirty (30) pound Emergency Go-Bag, etc.) without accommodation as well as free from any communicable disease(s).
Must be willing to work at both locations (DC and Arlington VA) as staff will be expected to rotate between these two sites on a quarterly basis.
Applicant must be a US Citizen
Applicants must be eligible for Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing audiometric testing is preferred
Occupational Health experience is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ travel health needs
Administer and manage travel-related vaccinations and medications for adults and children.
Provide expert guidance on health precautions and preventive measures for international travel.
Educate patients on potential health risks and safe travel practices.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and vaccination documentation.
Stay current with international health regulations and vaccination requirements.
Must be able to work independently with guidance from physicians and using standing orders to assess patient overseas travel needs.
Nurses use best practice guidelines to administer recommended vaccines, maintain medical records and assist patients in complying with prescribed medical regimens.
Plans and provide comprehensive nursing care in accordance with professional nursing standards, and uses recommendations from CDC, WHO, ACIP, and Travax to develop care plans.
Provides direction for prescribed medications and protection from environmental challenges.
Assist/consult with overseas medical personnel on past immunization status and various healthcare issues.
Participates in all required training and competency assessments according to staffing contract and policies and SOP to maintain ability to work in assigned clinic.
Performs components of physical exams which may include, but are not limited to, Vital signs, height and weight, Audiometry, Vision testing, ECG, Spirometry, Phlebotomy, and TB skin testing. Documentation of all clinical data on all required forms.
Assess employees who may develop emergent conditions while on the job. The nurse provides care following medical guidelines, and may seek physician guidance, take preplanned emergency measures or request 911 assistance.