Outpatient Practical Nurse: Vital Signs & Immunizations

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in Portsmouth, Virginia, seeks a Practical Nurse (Outpatient) for the DoD DHA Direct Hire Authority. US Citizens only. The position requires licensure and relevant nursing experience as described.

You will work under supervision, perform vital signs, immunizations, and assist with routine procedures, with emphasis on patient care and accurate medical record keeping.

Qualifications

• One year of nursing experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical facility.
• Current license to practice as a practical or vocational nurse in a State, territory or DC; or must have applied for licensure.
• Non-licensed candidates who have completed their training may be appointed subject to obtaining licensure during the probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Measuring patients' vital signs.
• Administering immunizations or medications via various routes.
• Screening or updating patient medical records.
• Assisting with routine procedures such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), pulmonary function tests, wound care, audiograms, or vision screenings.
• Coordinating patient assignments.

Skills

Nursing experience

Vital signs

Immunizations

Patient care

Job description

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in Portsmouth, Virginia, seeks a Practical Nurse (Outpatient) for the DoD DHA Direct Hire Authority. US Citizens only. The position requires licensure and relevant nursing experience as described.

You will work under supervision, perform vital signs, immunizations, and assist with routine procedures, with emphasis on patient care and accurate medical record keeping.