Supervisory Nurse (Cardiology)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Tacoma, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisory Nurse (Cardiology) is located in the Cardiology Department at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. The position provides highly specialized subspecialty nursing care to critically ill patients undergoing invasive cardiac and electrophysiology procedures. The nurse assesses complex patient conditions, administers cardioactive medications, monitors hemodynamic parameters, and initiates life-saving emergency protocols.

The role collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare providers, medical device manufacturers, and external agencies to streamline cardiac patient care and follow-up. It educates patients, families, and staff about complex cardiac procedures, implanted device management, and cardiovascular disease prevention. The incumbent supervises subordinate clinical staff, including managing schedules, assigning work according to priorities, and evaluating performance.

The position is designated Mission Essential and may require reporting during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies. On-call work during irregular hours and work on weekends or holidays may be required. A relocation or recruitment incentive and salary negotiation for candidates new to Federal service may be authorized; student loan repayment may also be authorized. Payment of PCS costs is not authorized.

Requirements

• A qualifying nursing degree or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program.
• 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 care to patients with cardiac conditions, administering medications, and educating patients or staff; education cannot substitute for this experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association, and the ability to obtain and maintain it.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Ability to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• Moderate to heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds, is required.
• May be required to work on call during irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, and may be required to work weekends or holidays.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Pre-employment screening and random drug testing are required, including consent to random drug urinalysis.
• A pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening are required; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
• A background investigation and Personnel Security Investigation are required.
• A one-year supervisory probationary period is required. A one-year probationary period is also required if the selectee has not previously met this requirement.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Foreign nursing school graduates must complete the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program and provide a copy of the CGFNS Certificate.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill patients undergoing invasive cardiac and electrophysiology procedures.
• Assess complex patient conditions, administer cardioactive medications, monitor hemodynamic parameters, and initiate emergency protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare providers, medical device manufacturers, and external agencies to coordinate cardiac patient care and follow-up.
• Educate patients, families, and staff about cardiac procedures, implanted device management, and cardiovascular disease prevention.
• Supervise subordinate clinical staff by managing schedules, assigning work based on priorities, and evaluating performance.

Benefits

• A relocation or recruitment incentive may be authorized.
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service.
• Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree