Practical Nurse

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•West Point, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This Practical Nurse position is located at Keller Army Community Hospital in West Point, New York. It is a direct-hire solicitation. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service. The Practical Nurse prepares treatment and surgical rooms by assembling and preparing instruments, supplies, and equipment for scheduled procedures. The position performs and assures correct tissue staining of excisional biopsies, assists with cardioversion, maintains equipment, stocks supplies, instruments, and medical forms in the surgical room, and prepares anesthesia prescribed by the physician.

Requirements

Hold a 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 a license. Candidates appointed pending licensure must obtain the required license during the probationary period.
Have one year of nursing experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical, nursing, or patient care facility. Experience must provide practical knowledge of human body structure and sterile techniques and procedures, including duties such as measuring vital signs, documenting in patient medical records, providing care instructions to patients and families, and assisting providers with medical procedures.
Qualifying experience is required; education cannot substitute for the experience requirement.
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. Periodic re-verification applies because the position involves recurring interaction with children and youth under 18.
Comply with applicant and random drug testing as a Testing Designated Position.
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; other immunizations may also be required depending on the position.
Complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter to establish continued fitness to perform the job duties.
Be able to meet non-privileged professional credential requirements.
U.S. citizenship is required, and proof of citizenship must be provided.
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.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment and surgical rooms by assembling and preparing instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for scheduled procedures.
Perform and assure correct tissue staining of excisional biopsies.
Assist with cardioversion.
Perform general equipment maintenance and stock supplies, instruments, and medical forms in the surgical room.
Prepare anesthesia prescribed by the physician.