Practical Nurse (ER)
About The Position
This Practical Nurse position is located at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, within the Directorate of Medicine, Department of Medicine Allergy Clinic. It is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The nurse provides direct care to critically ill patients in an Emergency Department, coordinates nursing care activities, and delivers comprehensive care based on the physician’s medical plan. Duties include administering prescribed medications and monitoring for adverse reactions, as well as collecting data on patients’ physical and emotional status, including vital signs. The role requires rotating shifts and may require carrying a cell phone and being on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on a rotational basis. The position is designated Mission Essential and requires shift coverage during evenings, weekends, holidays, and special situations. It also involves a 5% temporary-duty or business-travel requirement and lifting up to 45 pounds. Employment is subject to suitability screening, physical examinations, applicable immunization screening, seasonal influenza vaccination, and initial and periodic short-notice drug testing. A one-year probationary period applies unless the appointee has previously met the applicable requirements.
Requirements
- Current license to practice as a practical or vocational nurse in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia, or have applied for licensure; candidates appointed pending licensure must obtain the required license during the probationary period.
- One year of nursing experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical, nursing, or patient-care facility, including practical knowledge of human body structure and sterile techniques and procedures.
- Qualifying experience must include duties such as measuring vital signs, administering medications through various routes, screening medical records, and managing appointments.
- Education cannot be substituted for the required experience.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
- Must undergo applicable immunization or pre-existing immunity screening and comply with the annual seasonal influenza vaccination requirement.
- Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
- Must receive a favorable suitability determination for regular contact with children under age 18.
- Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds in the regular performance of duties.
- Must be available for rotating shifts and coverage during evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations; may be required to be on call on a rotational basis.
- Must meet the requirements for a one-year probationary period unless previously satisfied.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to critically ill patients in an Emergency Department.
- Coordinate nursing care activities, including patient safety and education.
- Provide comprehensive direct nursing care based on the physician’s medical plan.
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor for adverse reactions, and respond appropriately.
- Collect assessment data on patients’ physical and emotional status, including vital signs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
