Supervisory Nurse (Operating Room)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Fort Sam Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the operating rooms at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. The Supervisory Nurse performs perioperative nursing duties, including circulating, perioperative assessments, and coordination with physicians and other staff to develop plans of care. The role also supervises assigned employees, monitors work progress and workload, and provides direction and on-the-job training. The position 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 position may involve shift work, rotating shifts, on-call work, and work on weekends or holidays. It is designated Mission Essential, so the incumbent must report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies. The employee must wear a uniform and/or protective clothing and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

A graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an appropriately accredited professional nursing educational program, unless qualifying for the stated federal-employee exemption.
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 passage of the National Council Licensure Examination.
At least one full year of professional nursing experience providing nursing care to surgical patients, supervising subordinates, and providing education or training to patients and nurses.
Foreign nursing school graduates must complete the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program and provide a copy of the CGFNS Certificate.
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
Must consent to random drug urinalysis testing; the position is subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing.
Must complete required background investigation and periodic re-verification, including requirements related to recurring interaction with people under age 18.
Must complete the required one-year supervisory probationary period; an additional one-year probationary period applies if the selectee has not previously met that requirement.
A pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening are required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact; other immunization proof may also be required.
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Must report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations.
Must wear a uniform and/or protective clothing; moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.
Applicants must meet the stated education and experience requirements and provide transcripts where required.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Direct deposit of pay is required.