Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics Nurse-Allied

Place of Performance: The work will be performed at Fort Drum MEDDAC Guthrie Ambulatory Clinic, NY. Healthcare Contract Workers (HCWs) may receive notification two weeks prior to reassignment to another location within a 40-mile commuting radius of their assigned Military Treatment Facility (MTF). Federal holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday, and those falling on Sunday will be observed the following Monday. Holidays declared by Presidential Executive Order will be observed similarly. If the installation is closed due to such holidays, inclement weather, or other acts of God, payment will not be made for those hours.

Schedule

Clinic duty hours are 8-hour shifts from 0730 to 1630, Monday through Friday, with the exception of federal holidays. A 60-minute unpaid lunch break is included. Schedules are coordinated by the Primary Care Clinic Chief and may change based on medical necessity. Contractor HCWs will not be allowed to make up time not worked, telework, or take work home. Payment is made only for hours worked at the established hourly rates.

When directed by the Government, HCWs shall remain on duty to complete patient treatment if continuity of care is jeopardized. HCWs must record hours worked in the Defense Medical Human Resources System internet (DMHRSi) system as required by the MTF.

During planned or unplanned facility closures (e.g., training, holidays, natural disasters), the Contractor will be compensated only for actual hours worked.

Training

• New Employee Orientation (New Comers Orientation)
• Common Federal Training (CFT) as provided by the MTF (e.g., Anti-Terrorism, OPSEC)
• All training assigned in the Relias site by the MTF (e.g., Patient Safety, Blood Borne Pathogens)
• All mandatory training assigned by the MTF (e.g., Monthly Emergency Management Code training, Safety training)
• All required specific training as directed by MTF and Defense Health Agency (DHA) Policy and regulations

Training lists are updated regularly and are subject to change.

Health Requirements

The Contractor shall provide documentation certifying health requirements such as immunizations, annual vaccinations, medical testing (e.g., tuberculosis, N95 particulate respirator duckbill mask fitting), and physical examination when required at the time of initial placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of outcome-based nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the MTF, including general screening, medical care, and examinations for routine, acute, and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems.
• Provide immunizations, diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated.
• Technically direct and teach other staff, provide evidenced-based educational lectures, and participate in in-service training.
• Diagnose and treat patients with common acute conditions, chronic illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, clinical practice guidelines, and Nurse Practice Acts, or in consultation with a physician.
• Promote preventive care and health maintenance, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, and self-care through education and counseling.
• Communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people to inform the healthcare team of plans/actions and for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization.
• Recognize conditions requiring isolation and ensure universal precautions are used in all patient encounters.
• Attend staff meetings for case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement and safety.
• Order diagnostic tests and request consultations or referrals with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated.
• Demonstrate proficiency in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries, including but not limited to:
  • Upper and Lower Respiratory Infections
  • Ear, Eye, Nasal, and Lung Infections
  • Minor Heart Disorders
  • Minor Allergic Reactions
  • Simple Hay Fever, Asthma, Eczema
• Perform medical procedures expected of a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, including those typical for a GS or Active-Duty Service Member of equal training.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate degree or higher in nursing from an accredited program in the specialty of the position. The accrediting body must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Completion of a formal post-graduate certificate program in the relevant specialty (post-masters certificate programs)
  • National certification in specialty (e.g., through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) or the ANCC)
• Experience: One year of experience as a pediatric nurse practitioner within the last two years prior to contract execution.
• Licensure/Registration: Current, valid, unrestricted license in one of the 50 U.S. States and/or territories. Additional licenses must be in good standing. The license must remain current, valid, and unrestricted throughout the contract duration.
• Legal Authorization: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Language Skills: Must be able to read, write, and speak English effectively to communicate with all parties and healthcare providers.
• Interpersonal Skills: Must possess sufficient initiative, interpersonal relationship skills, and social sensitivity to relate constructively to a variety of patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills and medical software knowledge, including Electronic Medical Records (GENESIS), Microsoft Office Products, Medical Readiness Tracking Applications, and Workload Tracking Systems (DMHRSi).