Nurse (Intensive Care Unit)

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA is seeking a part-time ICU nurse under Direct Hire Authority. Shifts include 12-hour and 8-hour options with rotating nights, weekends, and holidays; hours may change every 3–6 months.

Basic requirements: a professional nursing degree from an accredited program; active, unrestricted nursing license; NCLEX; and one year of ICU experience providing comprehensive care to critically ill adults. Foreign degree evaluations may apply.

Qualifications

• Proficient in professional nursing practice.
• Experience providing care to critically ill adults in ICU.
• Ability to lead patient and family education.
• Strong communication and teamwork in fast-paced settings.

Skills

Critical care nursing

ICU experience

Professional nursing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

About the Position:

The position is part-time (40 hours per pay period); Rotating Shifts; 12- Hours Shifts may include: 0645-1915/1845-0715; 8 hour shift may include: 0645-1515/1045-1915/1845-0315/2245-0715; nights/weekends/holidays - rotations may change every 3-6 months (Hours may vary at commands discretion)

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirement for Nurse (Intensive Care Unit):

Degree: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.).

Licensure: A current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination.

Foreign Degree: Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program. The certification program consists of a credentials evaluation, the CGFNS Qualifying Exam, and evidence of passing one of the approved English Language Proficiency examinations. A copy of the CGFNS Certificate is required.

Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Professional Nursing Experience: One or more full years of professional nursing experience which includes 1) Providing comprehensive professional nursing care to critically ill patients in an Adult ICU; 2) Sets up, operates, administers, and monitors sophisticated technical equipment; 3) develop treatment plans; 4) provide verbal and written instructions to patients; and 5) Develops educational programs for families and staff.. This definition of professional nursing experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11)

OR

Defense Health Agency Nurse Experience Exemption: You are exempt from the one year specialized experience requirement if you were previously employed as a Nurse or Practical Nurse in the Department of War for at least one year, or are currently employed as a Nurse or Practical Nurse in the Department of War, AND after commencing work as a nurse or practical nurse in the Department of War obtained a bachelor's degree or graduate degree from an accredited professional nursing educational program.(Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)