Nurse (All Specialties)
About the role
The IHS is dedicated to improving the health of American Indian and Alaska Native people. As a Registered Nurse, you will deliver compassionate care in areas such as the Emergency Department, Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery, Operating Room, and Med/Surg-Inpatient.
Responsibilities
- Assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the delivery of skilled patient care in accordance with nursing standards and evidence-based practice.
- Supervising the delivery of nursing care by other professional and non-professional staff, providing guidance, evaluation, and feedback as needed.
- Collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement coordinated care plans.
- Maintaining a professional, compassionate, and therapeutic environment.
- Administering prescribed therapeutic interventions including medications, intravenous fluids, blood products, and other treatments in accordance with established policies and standards of practice.
- Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care plans across the continuum of care including antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, obstetrical triage, and newborn nursery services.
- Obtaining and maintaining certifications as required by hospital policy, such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
- Performing on-call duties as required to provide patient care during off-tour hours for emergency surgical and procedural cases.
- Functions as the second circulator for complex surgical procedures.
- Promoting evidence-based nursing practice through coordinating care focused on patient education, self-management, and overall satisfaction throughout the continuum of inpatient care.
- Recognizing changes in patient condition, identifying urgent or emergent situations, and initiating appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards and maintaining knowledge of current clinical and operational guidelines.
Requirements
To be considered, candidates must be U.S. citizens and have completed a Selective Service Registration. They must also be able to obtain and maintain any necessary licenses and comply with Employee Health Policies related to Measles and Rubella, and seasonal influenza immunizations.
Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian.
Skills
Strong critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, and proficiency in administering medications and procedures are essential.
Benefits
No specific benefits are listed in the job posting.
Pay
$84,363 - $127,725 per year
Schedule
Multiple Schedules - The majority of positions to be filled under this announcement are full-time. This announcement may also be used to fill various work schedules, including full-time, part-time (less than 40 hours per week), and intermittent (as needed).
Travel
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment Type
Multiple - The majority of positions to be filled under this announcement are permanent. This announcement may also be used to fill time-limited appointments such as TERM and Temporary.
Occupations and Job Series
- Supervisory status - No
- Federal service type - Competitive Service
- Represented by a union - Yes
- Drug test - No
- Security clearance - Other
- Position sensitivity and risk - Moderate Risk (MR)
Background Check Type
Financial disclosure required - No
Announcement Number
IHS-26-HQ-12951234-DHA
Control Number
871497900