Nurse (APRN ANES)
Location: Fort Bliss Texas
Description: Department of the Army is at the momment seeking for Nurse (APRN ANES) right now, this job will be placed in Texas. More complete informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
Organization: Department of Surgery, General Surgery Service (Joint Endoscopy Center)
About the Position:
Recruitment Bonus is authorized for up to 25% of Base Salary! This position is located in the Department of Surgery, Anesthesiology and Anesthesia Nursing Operative Service, an organization that provides anesthetic service in the form of both general and conduction anesthesia for surgical operations and medical procedures, and which instructs nurse anesthetists in limited uses of anesthetics in the operating room. Who May Apply: Click here for more information. All U.S. Citizens and Nationals with allegiance to the United States. You may apply online by Clicking Here You may check your status online at http://medcell.army.mil/status.asp
KEY REQUIREMENTS
This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
Moving Expenses will NOT be paid
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
DUTIES:
The incumbent serves as a Nurse Anesthetist, with responsibility for applying a substantial depth of analysis in determining the best type and method of nursing care to administer for a broad range of types of surgery including the most complex performed at the center.
Interviews patients the day prior to their scheduled surgery in order to evaluate their physical and mental conditions with respect to anesthesia, to determine and discuss type of anesthesia to be used, and to explain expected outcomes and possible anesthetic complications. Reviews patient's chart and recommends type of anesthesia. Consult with anesthesiologist when necessary on desired course of action when patient's physical or mental condition, history, and/or extenuating circumstances seem to be an extreme complicating factor.
Assume responsibility for all techniques, drugs, and equipment used in the administration of anesthesia to all patients undergoing any and all forms of surgical and/or diagnostic procedures. Sets up equipment used in performance of work and assumes the responsibility for the care, sanitation, and inspection for proper functioning of that equipment. Enforces rules of safety with respect to highly explosive anesthetics or gases; assures that patients, personnel, and equipment are properly grounded and that area is scavenged of gases.
Anesthetizes patients for a broad range of surgery including the most complex of surgical procedures performed at WBAMC. Administer anesthetic by inhalation endotracheal intubation, regional, intravenous, or topical. Induces anesthesia to proper levels and manages patient care throughout prolonged surgery. Monitors patient's loss of fluids; determines need for and administers parenteral fluids, including plasma and blood, sets up solutions and maintains proper flow. Administer stimulants as required. Observes the patient during the operation for signs to accomplish and maintain the proper stage of narcosis and to prevent overdosage. Adjusts the administration of anesthetic agents as well as other drugs and utilizes proper methods to support respiratory and circulatory functions of patients.
Give immediate post-operative care to patients during their return to ward or recovery room to insure clear airway and freedom from possibility of shock or other adverse reactions from anesthesia. .
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Minimum Qualifications:
Degree: Applicants MUST be a Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant; and Masters degree from an academic program, within the nursing specialty field of study, that is accredited by a regional or national nursing accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education. Licensure: Applicants MUST possess and maintain a current, valid, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license from a US jurisdiction, and must be licensed to the advanced practice level in accordance with the US jurisdiction requirements of their currently held RN license. Certification: Certification as a Nurse Anesthetist by a nationally recognized nures credentialing organization is a requirement for employment. Specialized Experience: Applicants MUST clearly demonstrate in their resume that they possess one (1) year of specialized experience to the next lower level (GS-11), as a APRN, requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position being filled. Candidates for this position must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they possess specialized experience which involves a specialized area of anesthesia nursing practices and procedures including techniques of physical and emotional assessment, implementation of care, and evaluation of results.
Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html. Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered for this position. Please include this information in your resume.
Other Requirements:
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Personnel security investigation required. Childcare Background Investigation (CNACI) is required. A medical examination is required prior to employment. Hepatitis B immunization is required (direct patient contact). This position is covered by the Drug Abuse Testing Program. Applicant drug testing and random drug testing will be required. Mandatory seasonal influenza vaccinations required annually. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. Direct Deposit of pay is required. One year trial/probationary period may be required. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. If selected, official college or university transcripts must be submitted. If selected, candidate must provide documents for credentialing. Must obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) Training and Certification.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Resumes will be evaluated for basic qualifications requirements and for the skills needed to perform the duties of the position, as described in this Job Announcement and identified by the Selecting Official for the position.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Information about ICTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp .
BENEFITS:
The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include:
- Comprehensive health and life insurance
- Competitive salaries
- Generous retirement programs
- Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
- Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules
- Paid employment related training and education
- Possible student loan repayment
- Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicable
- Bonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job.
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• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available at http://www.cpms.osd.mil/ASSETS/E8AB932EA1E44617BAC7222922E42A62/DoDl140025-V300.pdf .
• In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e. retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8416(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD instructions 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives .)
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This job starts available on: Mon, 06 Aug 2012 04:19:42 GMT