This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. About the Position: This position is located at San Antonio, Texas. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Advanced leave accrual may be authorized. Student Loan repayment may be authorized. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.

Duties

Expertly applies nursing theory, with and understanding of scope and standards of nursing practices and healthcare delivery. Identifies and provides readiness platforms and establishes partnerships enhancing readiness. Provides technical advice and understanding of the regulation and fiscal responsibilities that affect the budget. Applies knowledge of medical health systems, federal agencies, state laws, and regulations that affect the provision of patient care. Directs, prepares, analyzes, and interprets healthcare-related reports. Conducts site visits to military treatment facilities to ensure standardization of patient care and nursing programs. Training in healthcare improvement science and/or evidence-based practice management is strongly preferred (Lean, Six Sigma, Robust Process Improvement, etc.).

Requirements

• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• Approximately 15% travel may be required.
• One-year supervisory probationary period required. A one-year probationary period is required if the selectee has not previously met this requirement.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• The incumbent may be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Degree: Bachelor's or graduate (or higher level) degree from an accredited professional nursing educational program or healthcare related field appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) assisting with standardizing clinical and nursing policies; 2) monitoring clinical care requirements within a medical facility or network of medical facilities; 3) advising on regulations that impact patient care; AND 4) identifying the impact of fiscal issues to clinical care. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-14). This position has a Selective Placement Factor: Applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition, they must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address JT-DHA-DD60AR DHA SMALL STAND-ALONE MARKET DO NOT MAIL San Antonio, TX 78234 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk