Nurse (Medical/Surgical)

Position Summary

Providing independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care and functions with clinical judgement and prioritization skill in an inpatient setting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Promoting evidence‑based nursing practice through coordinating care focused on patient education, self‑management, and overall satisfaction throughout the continuum of inpatient care.
• Performing comprehensive assessments, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care based on clinical findings and the nursing process.
• Administering medications and performing procedures in accordance with established policies and clinical standards.
• Recognizing changes in patient condition, identifying urgent or emergent situations, and initiating appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards and maintaining knowledge of current clinical and operational guidelines.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate, bachelor's, associate, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program.
• Licensure: Current, active, full, and unrestricted professional nursing license or registration from a U.S. state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory.
• Minimum Qualifications: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS‑7 level, including:
  • Performing complex assessments of patients with acute, chronic, and post‑operative conditions;
  • Managing medication administration for patients with complex medical needs, including high‑risk medications;
  • Leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans for patients with multifaceted care requirements;
  • Serving as a clinical resource or preceptor for less experienced nursing staff;
  • Participating in interdisciplinary care planning, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence‑based practice activities.
  • OR possessing a master’s degree in professional nursing.

Security & Identification

All applicants must provide a REAL ID‑compliant identification. Males born after 12/31/1959 must also be registered with Selective Service.

Background Investigation

Position requires successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

Benefits

A federal employee benefits from a comprehensive package, including health coverage, retirement benefits, and annual leave based on years of service.