Professional Duties and Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
- Understand and apply theories, concepts, and principles underlying professional nursing practices to improve work efficiency and healthcare quality.
- Utilize in-depth nursing knowledge acquired through rigorous academic training to address complex nursing phenomena, theories, and concepts.
- Innovate, evaluate, and implement solutions to address diverse healthcare challenges while validating their effectiveness.
- Analyze and report nursing data, conditions, and challenges while providing informed consultation.
- Stay updated on advancements in nursing through literature reviews and continuous education.
- Assess and interpret healthcare data under varying conditions to ensure accurate conclusions.
- Apply advanced reasoning in nursing, exploring uncharted phenomena based on established knowledge.
Collaboration and Evaluation
- Partner with physicians and healthcare professionals to create tailored nursing care plans for individuals or groups.
- Assess the effectiveness of nursing care plans, recommending improvements to enhance patient health and wellbeing.
- Serve as clinical consultants, providing advice on quality measures, case reviews, policy guidance, and compliance with clinical guidelines.
Technical Healthcare Duties and Responsibilities
Execution of Healthcare Procedures
- Follow standardized protocols for specialized healthcare practices.
- Apply foundational nursing knowledge gained from experience and training to perform routine and complex tasks.
- Conduct patient observations, tests, and data collection to monitor and optimize care.
- Evaluate procedural outcomes and adapt approaches based on practical experience and reasoning.
- Remain informed of evolving healthcare methods through training and professional development.
Field and Travel Responsibilities
- Participate in temporary duty assignments (TDY), requiring up to 50% travel, to provide direct patient care.
- Serve as a medical escort for detainees, including domestic and international travel under special operations.
Conditions of Work
Work Schedule
- Work various shifts, including 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour rotations, as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays.
On-Call and Emergency Duties
- Be available for on-call responsibilities during off-shift hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Respond to emergencies during off-shift hours as required by facility needs.
Remote Work and Incentives
- Remote work may be authorized case-by-case. Telework is generally not supported.
- Recruitment or relocation incentives are not currently authorized.
- Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) is available—contact [email protected] for details.
Physical Demands
- Walk unaided for up to five minutes and jog up to ¼ mile.
- Perform CPR or emergency care standing or kneeling.
- Assist in evacuating individuals, potentially lifting or carrying weights exceeding personal body weight.
- Alternate between kneeling and standing as needed.
- Lift, push, or carry up to 30 pounds.
- Perform tasks in high-stress or austere environments.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of professional clinical nursing experience, with 3 years in direct clinical care preferred.
- Administrative or supervisory experience (1 year).
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license and Basic Life Support (CPR/BLS) certification.
Required Skills
- Strong leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in computer systems and MS Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Cultural competency training.
- Correctional healthcare experience.
- Bilingual capabilities (Spanish preferred but not required).
Application Process
- Prepare Application Package
- Cover Letter (include location preferences).
- CV detailing relevant experience, education, and training.
- Proof of degrees, licenses, and certifications.
- Three professional references with contact details.
- Submit Application
- Apply via USAJOBS before 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2025.
- Ensure all documents are submitted electronically; incomplete submissions may not be considered.
- Review and Notification
- Applications will be reviewed to verify qualifications.
- Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews.
- Status updates will be available via USAJOBS.
For additional questions, contact IHSC Recruiting at IHSCrecruit[email protected].
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