Registered Nurse (Flight Medicine)

Giacare Inc• Holloman AFB, NM, US, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Flight Medicine Clinic at Holloman Air Force Base and provide outpatient nursing care to active-duty service members and other eligible beneficiaries. In this role, you will perform patient assessments, triage, preventive-health services, care coordination, and telehealth nursing while collaborating with a multidisciplinary military healthcare team. Enjoy a stable Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends, on-call shifts, or callback requirements.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing.
Graduate of a nursing program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience after graduation.
Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or willing to obtain.
Ability to demonstrate clinical competency within the previous two (2) years.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

Coordinate patient care in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Facilitate optimal outcomes related to clinical care, quality, and cost effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with all established standards of care, policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines used within the military treatment facility.
Perform physical assessments and obtain patient health histories.
Provide direct patient care and assist in other clinical areas when patient-care needs or staffing levels require.
Provide health-promotion services, patient counseling, preventive-care education, and immunization support.
Coordinate pre-screening laboratory work, special supplies, and other patient needs with providers before scheduled appointments.
Assist with walk-in appointments and follow applicable Air Force Medical Home Clinical Support Staff Protocols.
Conduct telehealth nursing services in accordance with institutional requirements.
Support patient care involving active-duty requirements, pediatrics, women’s health, adult care, and geriatric care.
Maintain accurate patient-care documentation.
Promote a collaborative team approach to nursing care and assist other healthcare personnel as needed.
Conduct research in support of improved nursing practices and patient outcomes.