The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo.  This position is located in the Office of Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Management (OSHEM).   More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

Duties

The Practical Nurse is responsible for direct patient care and care coordination activities such as referral management, order reconciliation, and activity tracking.

Requirements

• Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
• May need to complete a Probationary Period
• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements Licensure Candidates must be currently licensed to practice as practical or vocational nurses in a State or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia or must have applied for a license to practice. Applications of candidates possessing a license must be accompanied by a certified or photostatic copy of the license, a notarized statement attesting to the fact, or a citation of the license number and State issuing it. Non-licensed candidates who have completed their training may be appointed subject to obtaining the required license during the probationary period. Those not licensed must furnish the date on which they applied for a license and the jurisdiction involved. No person appointed pending licensure may be retained beyond the probationary period if licensure has not been attained. Additional Requirements for Grades GS-4 and Above Experience Qualifying experience includes nursing care work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical, nursing, or patient care facility that provided a practical knowledge of human body structure and sterile techniques and procedures, performing such duties as: Providing pre- and post-operative patient care. Observing, recording, and reporting changes in behavior of mentally ill patients. Providing reassurance and encouragement to mentally ill patients. Assisting surgeons and registered nurses in operating room activities, including passing instruments, maintaining sterile conditions, and draping and positioning patients. Setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus. For GS-5 and above: 1 year of nursing experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level is required. Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lowest grade level as defined below, in the Federal Service.  GS-06  You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal Service.  For this position specialized experience is defined as implementing and executing the requirements of a public health /occupational health and safety program to include providing clinical care (first aid, surveillance exams, travel medicine services,) to individuals and populations, immunizations, biologic exposures, immunizations, and other training and education for medical screening such as pulmonary function testing, cold chain management, audiometry, heat illness, and execution of safety and occupational health regulations. GS:07 You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal Service.  For this position specialized experience is defined as implementing and executing the requirements of a public health /occupational health and safety program to include providing clinical care (first aid, surveillance exams, travel medicine services,) to individuals and populations, immunizations, biologic exposures, immunizations, and other training and education for medical screening such as pulmonary function testing, cold chain management, audiometry, heat illness, and execution of safety and occupational health regulations. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Important Note: Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire or other assessment tool for consistency. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Your resume should provide sufficient information regarding how your education and experience relate to this position, including the major duties and qualifications criteria listed.

Education

This position has a Positive Education Requirement.

Contacts

• Address SMITHSONIAN Office of Human Resources POB 37012, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517 Suite 5060 Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012 United States
• Name: Marie Parks
• Phone: 202-633-6332
• Email: [email protected]