Nursing Jobs in Hopkinsville, KY

To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor. 
To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor. 
To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor. 
To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor. Under general supervision, demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care, in accordance with established philosophy. REQUIRED SKILLS • Excellent customer service skills. • Self-directing, able to work with little direct supervision. • Empathy for the needs of patients. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Ability to communicate through spoken and written English. • Treats patients and others with courtesy and respect, presenting a positive public image. • Works well as a team member. • Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information. WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE TO THE FOLLOWING STUDER PHILOSOPHIES AND PRINCIPLES: • HCAPS Patient Perception • Hourly Rounding with intention • Bedside Shift Report • AIDET • Daily Huddles 
JOB SUMMARY To assist licensed personnel in the delivery of quality patient care. ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation and prevention. Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance with organization's policies for handling confidential patient information. Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, local requirements, and TJCstandards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies. Responsible and accountable for all actions. Physical Demands Ability to walk/stand for long periods of time. Use correct body mechanism to position patients Assist patient’s movement to BSC, chair, and ambulating. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to perform complete and accurate vital signs. Consistently rounds on patients to anticipate needs. Passes meal trays in a timely manner, providing wet cloth for patients use. Ensures that all patients who are able, are sitting up and are comfortable for the meal. Picks up meal trays in a timely manner. Feeds patients who are unable to feed themselves. Provides ice water at least once every shift to bedside for patients who are able to have ice water. Removes additional fluids from patients on fluid restrictions. Offers/Provides bath, linen change to patients who require assistance or complete care, and documents on activity record. Notifies licensed personnel if patient refuses bath and/or linen change, and documents on activity record. Obtain intake and output as directed by physician or plan of care. Update patient board in room daily. Assists in admission process by obtaining vital signs, providing personal care items and room orientation. Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. Ability to identify changes in patient condition and notifies licensed personnel of any change in patient condition. Provide safe environment. Documents all patient and family teaching as requested/necessary. Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. Participates in the development, prioritization, and evaluation of individualized plan of care. Assist in modification of plan based on patient's response. Provides information directly to the physician and documents appropriately. Ability to take directions from licensed and administrative professionals. Attempts to resolve conflict independently, if unable, seeks the assistance of department leader. Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. Utilizes the Pyxis appropriately, obtains items under specific patient's name and returns unused items. Responsible and accountable for all actions. Assist with chart completion and copying of all paperwork. Coordinates with nursing supervisor and/or materials management for supply items that cannot be obtained from the Pyxis. Ensures chart is documented and changes are added to the patient charge sheet. Provides assistance to the physician during examination of patient. Transports patient to procedures as needed. Regularly attends monthly staff meetings. NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Other duties as assigned 
Supports patient care in all areas of the facility according to the policies, procedure, philosophy, and objectives of the facility. Responsible for obtaining necessary equipment and supplies for ASC procedure with the approval of management. Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate and approved vendors. Maintains par inventory with primary focus on adequate volume and cost control. Maintains awareness of surgery schedule and responds to changes and fluctuations in order to meet the needs of the patients. Prepares purchase orders for approval. Receives all deliveries, reviews for accuracy. Assures a smooth flow of communication and information with accounts payable, the materials department at the main campus, and the JSASC Leadership Team. Maintains required records and logs for consignment items, implants, and purchase orders. Assists with contract negotiation. Responsible for daily, weekly, and annual inventory of supplies. Interacts with vendors and sales representatives for quality and cost. Provides a safe environment for patients and team members. Role models the facility care philosophy and supports its goals by intergrating quality in daily work habits, and treating all customers and peers with respect and consideration. Essential Functions: • Obtains necessary equipment and supplies utilized for procedures performed at the ASC. • Demonstrates knowledge of and utilizes appropriate and approved vendors. • Maintains par inventory with primary focus on adequate volume and cost control. • Maintains awareness of schedule and responds to changes and fluctuations in order to meet the needs of the patients. • Accurately advises relief or others responsible for patient care regarding the patient status. • Checks for outdated items and insures rotation of stock to minimize waste. • Assures a smooth flow of communication. • Maintains required records and logs for consignment items, implants, and biological and any other sterile processing requirements. • Assists to maintain linen inventory • Assists with accurate perpetual inventory of supplies. • Handles specimens appropriately. • Provides safe environment for patients and team members. • Maintains infection control guidelines. • Creates, maintains, and monitors a sterile field. • Coordinates with JSASC Leadership Team and vendor any evaluation of new products or services. • Assembles supplies and equipment for specified procedures according to physicians' preferences cards. • Inspects equipment for proper working condition. • Follows principles of aspetic technique and AORN guidelines for Operating/Procedure room procedures. • Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action accordingly. • Correctly utilizes, cares for, cleans, sterilizes and packages instruments. • Maintains adequate supplies in the OR for immediate access during procedures. • Stores and stocks supplies. • Maintains and updates preference cards. • Documents patient care according to policy. • Assists physicians according to AORN and SGNA standards as appropriate to the procedure. • Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing items. • Performs required biological/ chemical monitoring. • Tests and maintains logs according to established procedure. • Performs accurate sponge, sharps, instrument counts. • Utilizes knowledge of anatomy and physiology for proper positioning and prepping. • Accepts and labels medications onto the sterile field appropriately. • Places orders in a timely manner. • Participates with OR team members in the Time Out process. • Completes department and hospital annual educational requirements as scheduled. • Cross trained to all OR specialty cases, endoscopy procedures, and sterile processing. • Regularly attends dept meetings. • Collects data for performance improvement activities. 
Registered Nurses are accountable for providing safe and reliable patient care in accordance to JSMC policy and procedure, CMS standards and regulations, and Joint Commision standards and regulations by: Identifying patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. Establishing a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promoting patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions. Assuring quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Resolving patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Protecting patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Documenting patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Maintaining continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintaining patient confidence and protecting operations by keeping information confidential. Ensuring operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Completes Nursing History and Assessment accurately within the 24 hours of admission. Determines and delivers age appropriate care Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care Develops, prioritizes, updates and maintains individualized plan of care Coordinates and collaborates Plan of Care with health care team Incorporates Discharge planning needs on the Plan of Care Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely and legible Administers medications observing the "6 rights" Maintains Barcode Override rate 
JOB SUMMARY The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures and perform anesthesia-related procedures. The CRNA evaluates, formulates, and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. The CRNA transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period. The CRNA may supervise, instruct, and provide feedback to student nurse anesthetists to ensure patient safety. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Ensures patient identification and obtains appropriate health history. Recommends, requests, and evaluates pertinent diagnostic studies. Documents pre-anesthetic evaluation. Obtains informed consent for anesthesia. Selects and/or administers pre-anesthetic medications. Selects prepares and administers anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care. Informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patient’s condition. Provides anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Inserts invasive line catheter/devices. Performs tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management. Provides mechanical ventilation. Performs venous and arterial punctures. Obtains blood samples. Performs and manages regional anesthetic. Manages patient’s fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance. Provides perianesthetic invasive and non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and techniques. Responds to abnormal findings with corrective action. Recognizes and treats cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring. Evaluates patient response during emergence from anesthesia. Institutes pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs. Provides post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patient’s response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication. Identifies and manages emergency situations. Initiates or participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Performs or orders equipment safety checks as needed. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and notifies supervisor of needed equipment adjustments/repairs. May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and to direct the provision of care. Other duties as assigned. Organizational Expectations: Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention. Maintains standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards. Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and/or standards from other accrediting bodies, such as The Joint Commission, Rural Health, and Center for Medicare Services. Requirements: National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire Certification Requirements: Certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) Current BLS for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Licensing Requirement: Current Kentucky RN and APRN license or valid compact state license. Education Requirements: Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program Level of Education: Masters Degree, minimum Experience: Two (2) years of anesthesia care in acute setting experience preferred 
Registered Nurses are accountable for providing safe and reliable patient care in accordance to JSMC policy and procedure, CMS standards and regulations, and Joint Commision standards and regulations by: Identifying patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. Establishing a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promoting patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions. Assuring quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Resolving patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Protecting patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Documenting patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Maintaining continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintaining patient confidence and protecting operations by keeping information confidential. Ensuring operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Completes Nursing History and Assessment accurately within the 24 hours of admission. Determines and delivers age appropriate care Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care Develops, prioritizes, updates and maintains individualized plan of care Coordinates and collaborates Plan of Care with health care team Incorporates Discharge planning needs on the Plan of Care Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely and legible Administers medications observing the "6 rights" Maintains Barcode Override rate 
The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides direct medical care to patients requiring hospitalization. They chart medical history, assess health status, diagnose any potential issues, and work with physicians and other health professionals to provide high-quality care. They are in charge of accurately filling out the patients' chart, as well as keeping it up to date as diagnoses and evaluation continue. The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner also orders tests, collects data regarding the patients' status, and communicates with patients' family members as needed. Additionally, these professionals have to communicate regularly with the physician(s) and other members of the health care team to discuss status updates for patients. Essential Functions Performs evaluation and problem identification of patients. Performs history and physical examination of patients. Writes prescriptions, orders and interprets laboratory data and radiological tests. Monitors patient status and response to treatments. Documents findings in the medical record. Recommends appropriate therapeutic interventions. Provides education and counseling for patients. Directs patient and/or family to agencies dealing with specific illnesses/diseases. Orders appropriate therapeutic interventions. Performs procedures for which practitioner is credentialed as dictated by patient need. Interacts with nursing staff. Participates in daily team rounding, periodic M&M sessions and department conferences/teaching opportunities. Participates in Departmental quality assurance, risk management, and compliance efforts. 
JOB SUMMARY The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures and perform anesthesia-related procedures. The CRNA evaluates, formulates, and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. The CRNA transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period. The CRNA may supervise, instruct, and provide feedback to student nurse anesthetists to ensure patient safety. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Ensures patient identification and obtains appropriate health history. Recommends, requests, and evaluates pertinent diagnostic studies. Documents pre-anesthetic evaluation. Obtains informed consent for anesthesia. Selects and/or administers pre-anesthetic medications. Selects prepares and administers anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care. Informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patient’s condition. Provides anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Inserts invasive line catheter/devices. Performs tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management. Provides mechanical ventilation. Performs venous and arterial punctures. Obtains blood samples. Performs and manages regional anesthetic. Manages patient’s fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance. Provides perianesthetic invasive and non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and techniques. Responds to abnormal findings with corrective action. Recognizes and treats cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring. Evaluates patient response during emergence from anesthesia. Institutes pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs. Provides post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patient’s response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication. Identifies and manages emergency situations. Initiates or participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Performs or orders equipment safety checks as needed. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and notifies supervisor of needed equipment adjustments/repairs. May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and to direct the provision of care. Other duties as assigned. Organizational Expectations: Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention. Maintains standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards. Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and/or standards from other accrediting bodies, such as The Joint Commission, Rural Health, and Center for Medicare Services. Requirements: National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire Certification Requirements: Certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) Current BLS for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Licensing Requirement: Current Kentucky RN and APRN license or valid compact state license. Education Requirements: Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program Level of Education: Masters Degree, minimum Experience: Two (2) years of anesthesia care in acute setting experience preferred Performs care coordination and professional nursing functions to assess the severity of the patient’s health concerns using protocols and algorithms in a manner that providers patient dispositions to emergency care and clinic provider appointments within the scope of the license practical nurse. 
JOB SUMMARY The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures and perform anesthesia-related procedures. The CRNA evaluates, formulates, and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. The CRNA transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period. The CRNA may supervise, instruct, and provide feedback to student nurse anesthetists to ensure patient safety. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Ensures patient identification and obtains appropriate health history. Recommends, requests, and evaluates pertinent diagnostic studies. Documents pre-anesthetic evaluation. Obtains informed consent for anesthesia. Selects and/or administers pre-anesthetic medications. Selects prepares and administers anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care. Informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patient’s condition. Provides anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Inserts invasive line catheter/devices. Performs tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management. Provides mechanical ventilation. Performs venous and arterial punctures. Obtains blood samples. Performs and manages regional anesthetic. Manages patient’s fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance. Provides perianesthetic invasive and non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and techniques. Responds to abnormal findings with corrective action. Recognizes and treats cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring. Evaluates patient response during emergence from anesthesia. Institutes pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs. Provides post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patient’s response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication. Identifies and manages emergency situations. Initiates or participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Performs or orders equipment safety checks as needed. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and notifies supervisor of needed equipment adjustments/repairs. May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and to direct the provision of care. Other duties as assigned. Organizational Expectations: Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention. Maintains standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards. Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and/or standards from other accrediting bodies, such as The Joint Commission, Rural Health, and Center for Medicare Services. Requirements: National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire Certification Requirements: Certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) Current BLS for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Licensing Requirement: Current Kentucky RN and APRN license or valid compact state license. Education Requirements: Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program Level of Education: Masters Degree, minimum Experience: Two (2) years of anesthesia care in acute setting experience preferred To assist licensed personnel in the delivery of quality patient care. • Assist the nurse or physician with patient care and documentation in accordance with the scope of Certified Nurse Aide scope of practice. • Provide assistance or complete care with personal hygiene, skin care and mobilization for patients. • Transport patients within the ED and to other departments as needed. • Other duties as assigned. 
To provide care to patients that present to the Emergency Department. Provide care to patients within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately with in expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights". • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff members who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Accurately completes Triage assessment of patient and assigns appropriate acuity category. • Completes all documents accurately in the Electronic Medical Record. • Other duties as assigned. 
To provide care to patients that present to the Emergency Department. Provide care to patients within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately with in expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights". • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff members who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Accurately completes Triage assessment of patient and assigns appropriate acuity category. • Completes all documents accurately in the Electronic Medical Record. • Other duties as assigned. 
Overview Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Occupatiional Health) - Rock Island, IL About the Position: This position is located at Occupational Health Clinic #4 at Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois. Salary negotiation MAY be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Student Loan Repayment MAY be authorized. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Rock Island is part of the Quad Cities, a diverse community of 400,000 people spanning the border between Illinois and Iowa on the Mississippi River. Made up of four cities in Iowa and Illinois, the Quad Cities includes Rock Island and Moline in Illinois and Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa. Some people also include East Moline. With more than 700 restaurants or more than 100 miles of bike trails, no matter where your interests lie, there’s something in these four (or five, depending on who you ask) cities for everyone. Whether it’s watching a sunset from a rooftop restaurant that overlooks our Mississippi River, taking in the culture that makes up the Quad Cities at summer festivals, or taking a bike ride along the riverbank on a crisp fall, morning, you will love the river and will quickly call it it home. Explore and indulge in the many diverse experiences and adventures that await you on our bend of the Mississippi River, through tours, museums, special events, shopping districts, and other attractions that are favorites among the Quad Citizens. Your Official Guide For Regional Quad Cities Experiences | Visit Quad Cities Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities Serves as direct primary clinician/provider in the capacity of a credentialed Nurse Practitioner for the Occupational Health and Army Public Health Sections. Conducts a comprehensive program of occupational medical surveillance examinations based on the actual and potential health hazards encountered in the workplace. Provides medical care and health assessments for civilian and military personnel and uses professional judgment to make recommendations for proper placement consistent with job requirements. Treats acute minor work related illnesses and diseases within the scope of individual credentialed capabilities. Makes proper recommendations for corrective actions within the worksite and coordinates these actions with IH, Safety, Environmental Health, Public Works, etc., when appropriate. Performs job related health assessments and physical examinations/evaluations appropriate to the occupational physical requirements and potential exposures. Performs other duties as assigned. 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. Basic Requirement for Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Occupational Health): Degree: A graduate or higher level degree from an accredited professional nursing educational program in Occupational Health or related specialty is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.). Foreign Degree : Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program. The certification program consists of a credentials evaluation, the CGFNS Qualifying Exam, and evidence of passing one of the approved English Language Proficiency examinations. A copy of the CGFNS Certificate is required. Licensure: 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; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. Licensure: A current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse in the specialty of Occupational Health or related specialty from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Applicants claiming this exemption must meet the requirement below. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant.Active, current registration as a professional nurse in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Professional Nursing Experience: One or more full years of professional nursing experience which includes performing medical fit-for-duty evaluations to include screening health and occupation histories, performing job related health assessments or conducting physical examinations; treating job related injuries or illnesses and making recommendations for reasonable accommodations. This definition of professional nursing experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. 
Overview Nurse (Med/Sg) About the Position: This position is located at Blanchfield Army Community Hospital on Fort Campbell, TN.This is a Direct Hire Solicitation This is a full-time position that affords job security, a competitive salary, bonuses, moving expenses, full malpractice coverage, up to 26 days paid vacation, 10 days paid Federal Holidays, a sick leave benefit, 401K, CME opportunities, a first-class health and retirement benefit package. Fort Campbell lies on the Kentucky/Tennessee border between Hopkinsville and Clarksville, directly off of I-24 and only 40 miles NW of Nashville. As the ninth-fastest growing city in the nation, Clarksville is experiencing tremendous change including new schools, a new hospital, and new residential developments. Clarksville is ranked as the 57th “Best Place to Live” by Money Magazine, 11th “Best City in the U.S. for Public Golf” by Golf Digest, and is the state’s fifth largest city with a revitalized and thriving riverfront district. Both visitors and residents enjoy the shops and eateries of downtown Clarksville and with its brick sidewalks, tree lined streets, decorative lighting and park benches, the historic area is drawing new attention. The cost of living is lower than the average for all major U.S. cities. For more information, visit http://www.clarksvillecvb.com/. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities Duties Provides direct care and education to patients and families on Army regulatory and professional standards. Coordinates the care of complex medical-surgical patients. Provides assists with highly specialized nursing care to patients that have undergone complex surgeries or who have complex preoperative or postoperative needs. Utilizes nursing processes to initiate assessments, implementations, and evaluations of care of patients with stomas fistulas, draining wounds, incontinence, pressure ulcers and skin problems. Addresses clinical problems on the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care and revises as needed. Evaluates patients for pain management during admission and frequent assessment. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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. Basic Requirement for : Nurse (Clinical/Medical-Surgical) Degree: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.). Licensure: 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; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. Foreign Degree: A degree from a Foreign Nursing School. Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools. Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Applicants claiming this exemption must meet the requirement below. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant.Active, current registration as a professional nurse in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Education/Experience: A diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and possession of at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or above) which includes providing nursing care to surgical patients, educating staff or patients, and setting up, operating, or monitoring specialized medical equipment. OR Education: A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field including but not limited to a Nursing program. EXEMPTION: You are exempt from the qualification requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Applicants claiming this exemption must meet one of the requirement below. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) from a professional nursing program. OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education from a professional nursing program 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. 
Overview NURSE (Psychiatric) Ft Campbell, KY This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Occupying a generous portion of the border between Kentucky and Tennessee, Fort Campbell supports the fourth largest military population in the Army (and the 7th largest in the Department of Defense). The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 5th Special Forces Group, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment all call this base home. The Sabalauski Air Assault School (famed for being the “10 toughest days in the Army”), the Pathfinder Course, Rappel Master, and FRIES/SPIES Master are just a few of the other schools and qualification courses available at Fort Campbell. A majority of Fort Campbell is located in Tennessee, but the post office that serves the base is just across the Kentucky border, giving on post residents and the installation itself the designation of being located in Kentucky. Clarksville, TN and Hopkinsville, KY are the two larger towns that serve the base. The base boasts modern facilities including a huge new commissary, parks, splash pads, a Starbucks, and updated housing. Clarksville is growing, but keeps a mindful eye on preserving its history and “small town” feel. It’s only about 40 minutes north of Nashville, and some areas between the two cities are gaining popularity for being “bedroom communities” for Nashville (ie. where you go to sleep). The low cost of living, home prices, and absence of state income tax are all perks to living in Tennessee. You get the rural, country lifestyle, but with the option of a thriving metro area just a short drive down I-24. Kentucky towns offer the same beautiful rolling hills, sprawling farms, and gracious Southern hospitality as Tennessee, but with a bit more land and a greater horse to person ratio. Into organic produce, pastured beef and forested pork? (It’s a thing — we checked!) You can actually get to know your farmer or rancher, if you’re so inclined! The Nashville music scene bleeds into Clarksville, influencing the caliber of music at festivals, community concerts, karaoke bars, and even church ensembles. Austin Peay University provides an abundance of cultural, sporting, and community events. Parks, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries and entertainment options round out the fairly solid amenities that you’ll find here. The local communities are friendly, laid back, markedly blue collar and love their military! The customs and values are a perfect representation of the “Bible Belt” on which it lies, so don’t make plans for a Sunday without checking if a business is open. Being central to most of the United States makes travel convenient. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities MAJOR DUTIES 1. Performs a comprehensive behavioral health nursing assessment and history to plan, provide and direct nursing care across the continuum of care. Utilizes appropriate interview skills to identify existing and potential problems and formulates a nursing plan of care. Describes in writing the patient's appearance, emotional status, interaction with staff and/or family, and knowledge level of disease process. Utilizes and instruct others in the use of single and specialized equipment as appropriate to clinical area. Utilizes the nursing process to identify patient problems and generate nursing diagnoses; designs a plan of care, writes and implements nursing orders to achieve established goals, evaluates nursing interventions based upon the patient's response to care, documents patients' status on a continual basis and revises plan of care accordingly. 2. Develops and initiates an innovative teaching program for patients requiring special approaches. Teaches patient and family members regarding the disease process; treatment modalities; diagnostic procedures; use of equipment related to disease/care; expected and possible adverse reactions to medications; discharge planning; health maintenance; and illness prevention. Communicates progress and/or changes to the patient, family and members of the health care team. Initiates emergency measures as appropriate. Makes interdisciplinary referrals. Identify pending crisis situations and handle appropriately. 3. Administers many psychotropic and complex medications via the oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal, topical, rectal, respiratory, intravenous routes. Makes independent judgments in the administration of PRN medication. Reinforces the basic knowledge of the patient regarding their prescribed medication regimen and the importance of compliance. 4. Develops and present classes related to psychiatric/behavioral health nursing to enhance the knowledge base of peers and subordinates. Participates as an active member in classes that are sponsored by other members of the multidisciplinary team; in that the classes are part of the program established for patient care. Participates in group and milieu therapy as well as individual therapies. Coordinates patient enrollment in experiential classes that are conducted by various members of the interdisciplinary team. Participates in inter-disciplinary team planning conferences. Serves as role model and teacher for other personnel, including experienced and fully trained nurses. (5%) 5. Directs the work of Psychiatric Technicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered nurses, students and volunteers. Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned. PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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.Basic Requirement for Nurse: Degree: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.). Licensure: 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; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. Foreign Degree: Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program. The certification program consists of a credentials evaluation, the CGFNS Qualifying Exam, and evidence of passing one of the approved English Language Proficiency examinations. A copy of the CGFNS Certificate is required.Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Education/Experience: A diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and possession of at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or above) which includes providing nursing care to ambulatory patients, administering medications and providing education to patients or nursing staff.OR Education: A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field. 
Overview Nurse (Clinical/Emergency) Ft Campbell, KY Occupying a generous portion of the border between Kentucky and Tennessee, Fort Campbell supports the fourth largest military population in the Army (and the 7th largest in the Department of Defense). The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 5th Special Forces Group, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment all call this base home. The Sabalauski Air Assault School (famed for being the “10 toughest days in the Army”), the Pathfinder Course, Rappel Master, and FRIES/SPIES Master are just a few of the other schools and qualification courses available at Fort Campbell. A majority of Fort Campbell is located in Tennessee, but the post office that serves the base is just across the Kentucky border, giving on post residents and the installation itself the designation of being located in Kentucky. Clarksville, TN and Hopkinsville, KY are the two larger towns that serve the base. The base boasts modern facilities including a huge new commissary, parks, splash pads, a Starbucks, and updated housing. Clarksville is growing, but keeps a mindful eye on preserving its history and “small town” feel. It’s only about 40 minutes north of Nashville, and some areas between the two cities are gaining popularity for being “bedroom communities” for Nashville (ie. where you go to sleep). The low cost of living, home prices, and absence of state income tax are all perks to living in Tennessee. You get the rural, country lifestyle, but with the option of a thriving metro area just a short drive down I-24. Kentucky towns offer the same beautiful rolling hills, sprawling farms, and gracious Southern hospitality as Tennessee, but with a bit more land and a greater horse to person ratio. Into organic produce, pastured beef and forested pork? (It’s a thing — we checked!) You can actually get to know your farmer or rancher, if you’re so inclined! The Nashville music scene bleeds into Clarksville, influencing the caliber of music at festivals, community concerts, karaoke bars, and even church ensembles. Austin Peay University provides an abundance of cultural, sporting, and community events. Parks, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries and entertainment options round out the fairly solid amenities that you’ll find here. The local communities are friendly, laid back, markedly blue collar and love their military! The customs and values are a perfect representation of the “Bible Belt” on which it lies, so don’t make plans for a Sunday without checking if a business is open. Being central to most of the United States makes travel convenient. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities MAJOR DUTIES: 1. Provides Emergency Department (ED) clinical nursing care to patients of any age group. Performs triage, while considering both physical and psychosocial elements. Must quickly assess incoming patients and prioritize patient care based on need, available staffing, and patient acuity. Works as part of a team in the ED and independently manages basic life support needs and stabilizes patients until the physician or provider is available, based upon professional nursing standards and protocol. Provides comprehensive nursing care to patients presenting for urgent or emergent care using knowledge of professional nursing theories, principles, and procedures; knowledge of clinical skills to provide specialized services to patients; knowledge of emergency and resuscitative measures; knowledge of triage; knowledge of pharmaceuticals sufficient to mix and administer special, potent, and potentially lethal drugs. Observes, monitors, and assesses patient's condition; recognizes, identifies, and interprets serious situations; determines and implements proper emergency measures; performs various pulmonary ventilation functions; operates and monitors highly complex technical equipment, (e.g. cardiac monitors, ventilators, various intravenous infusion pumps, and defibrillators) and documents appropriately in the health record. Independently reacts to emergencies, collaborates with physician, makes changes in nursing care plans, assesses patient's condition, and implements nursing care plans. Teaches, onboards, and mentors professional and paraprofessional nursing staff, assisting with complex nursing and diagnostic procedures. Responds to all emergencies during the shift. Responsible for advanced cardiac life support code team management until arrival of physician or provider. Team teaches advanced clinical skills and monitors junior nursing personnel multiple phases of instruction. Continuously observes for safety hazards ensuring immediate action to resolve/correct. Acts as facilitator to mediate complaints and concerns of patients, family members and staff, taking immediate action to resolve or refer to a higher authority. Interviews and takes medical histories, to acquire medically necessary information to assess physical and mental status of patient. Collects current symptoms, as well as a detailed patient history, and then consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Initiates patient education plan. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: subsequent inpatient plan, post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation, as well as explanation of referrals to other healthcare professionals for follow-up treatment. Provides evidence-based instructions and education to patient/significant other and/or family members/caregivers. Performs adapted patient teaching with patients requiring special approaches or preferences and documents education provided. Serves as a resource person for nurses and other health care providers to consult when particularly difficult problems in the care of patients arise. Serves as role model to experienced emergency and other nurses as well as those who are not fully trained. Provides guidance and leadership to other professional nurses and paraprofessional personnel, assisting with complex nursing and diagnostic procedures. Provide orientation and on-the-job training for such personnel. 2. Manages the delivery of nursing care for weekend, holidays, training holidays and day/evening or night shifts using knowledge of an extensive range of professional nursing theories, principles, and procedures. Identifies and recommends strategies to improve nursing unit organization, functions. Manages the delivery of nursing care, utilizing knowledge of an extensive range of professional nursing theories, principles, and procedures. Functions as a charge nurse on a rotational bases and determines staffing requirements/mix and appropriateness of bed utilization based on analysis of patient acuity data; plans, delegates, and directs nursing care based on patient care requirements and staff skill levels; evaluates and modifies plan of care based on continuous assessment of patient needs and expected outcomes; collaborates with providers to facilitate the appropriate medical management of patients; and effectively directs patient care and unit activity. Consults with the supervisor and jointly shares in decisions; resolves most conflicts, and coordinates with other team members. 3. Conducts and participates in the development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of facility, departmental, or unit-based programs. Continuously evaluates procedures/practices occurring in the emergency department to ensure quality patient care, recommending changes or implementation of nursing service policies and procedures when applicable. Recommends strategies to improve nursing unit organization and functions utilizing evidence-based practice (EBP). Work will influence policy and procedural documents in accordance with national standards, best practices, and emerging evidence. Identifies, implements and/or monitors quality and, process assurance/improvements, and EBP. Initiates action to improve the delivery of patient care; interprets and ensures compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care and practice; coordinates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team to develop strategies to improve services; etc. Participates in continuing education programs to update and/or maintain skills and knowledge to meet annual requirements. Participates in department and unit-level simulation/emergency drills, staff meetings, in-services/briefings, and in continuing quality and process improvement measures. Uses current research findings and other evidence to expand professional knowledge, enhance role performance, and increase knowledge of professional emergency nursing. Completes all training requirements designated by facility, supervisor, DHA, or accrediting agencies; participates in continuing education programs to update and/or maintain skills and knowledge to meet licensing requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Basic Requirements: Degree: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.). Licensure: 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; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. One year of licensed experience required. 
Overview Licensed Practical Nurse - Ft Campbell, KY Occupying a generous portion of the border between Kentucky and Tennessee, Fort Campbell supports the fourth largest military population in the Army (and the 7th largest in the Department of Defense). The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 5th Special Forces Group, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment all call this base home. The Sabalauski Air Assault School (famed for being the “10 toughest days in the Army”), the Pathfinder Course, Rappel Master, and FRIES/SPIES Master are just a few of the other schools and qualification courses available at Fort Campbell. A majority of Fort Campbell is located in Tennessee, but the post office that serves the base is just across the Kentucky border, giving on post residents and the installation itself the designation of being located in Kentucky. Clarksville, TN and Hopkinsville, KY are the two larger towns that serve the base. The base boasts modern facilities including a huge new commissary, parks, splash pads, a Starbucks, and updated housing. Clarksville is growing, but keeps a mindful eye on preserving its history and “small town” feel. It’s only about 40 minutes north of Nashville, and some areas between the two cities are gaining popularity for being “bedroom communities” for Nashville (ie. where you go to sleep). The low cost of living, home prices, and absence of state income tax are all perks to living in Tennessee. You get the rural, country lifestyle, but with the option of a thriving metro area just a short drive down I-24. Kentucky towns offer the same beautiful rolling hills, sprawling farms, and gracious Southern hospitality as Tennessee, but with a bit more land and a greater horse to person ratio. Into organic produce, pastured beef and forested pork? (It’s a thing — we checked!) You can actually get to know your farmer or rancher, if you’re so inclined! The Nashville music scene bleeds into Clarksville, influencing the caliber of music at festivals, community concerts, karaoke bars, and even church ensembles. Austin Peay University provides an abundance of cultural, sporting, and community events. Parks, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries and entertainment options round out the fairly solid amenities that you’ll find here. The local communities are friendly, laid back, markedly blue collar and love their military! The customs and values are a perfect representation of the “Bible Belt” on which it lies, so don’t make plans for a Sunday without checking if a business is open. Being central to most of the United States makes travel convenient. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities Duties 1. Provides general support to the Nurse Case Management section as identified needs arise. Demonstrates proficiency in application of managed care concepts to affect quality outcomes for all patient activities, to include the provision of emotional and physical comfort and safety of all patients with caseload 100-150 patients/families. Assesses the soldier’s/families status at intake, throughout care cycle and at disposition, monitoring for changes in conditions. Documents observations and all pertinent data regarding the physical and emotional status of patients/families. Pertinent clinical data may include but is not limited to laboratory and radiology reports, consults, medication regimens, etc., and other pertinent information from the civilian and military institutions required to direct medical care to the most quality efficient setting. Collaborates with members of the health care team to assess, plan, execute and evaluate the care of patients. Teaches patients on case management concepts and other aspects of medical care as appropriate. Identifies and understands the implications of acute and chronic conditions affecting medical readiness status and retention and the potential long term effects of trauma. Observes and reports specific physical and behavioral signs and symptoms indicative of change in patient’s conditions. Identifies problems and conducts interventions as prescribed and within scope of practice. Recognizes critical conditions that require tracking of line-of-duty status and Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) processing. Assists in coordinating and obtaining services and resources needed by the patient or the patient’s family to ensure adherence to prescribed care regimens according to best practices. Participates in individual patient’s plan of care to include patient teaching regarding medication regimens (side effects, interactions, etc.), wound/dressing care, durable medical equipment or other assistive devices, expectations for healing, etc. Uses interpersonal skills when communicating and coordinating with service members’ unit point of contact, other clinical areas, patient administration service, hospital/clinic schedulers, civilian hospitals and other types of treatment facilities to meet health care needs of service members. 2. Provides administrative assistance to include maintenance of files, faxing of documents and booking of appointments. Inputs data into the computer and maintains a computer based information record to include database management. Prepares reports on patient’s condition and compiles data into computerized system for outcomes tracking. Maintains proficiency in computer and communication skills and recognizes sensitivity of information obtained. Coordinates with administrative and unit command structure to provide current status of patient’s healthcare and administrative status in the form of administrative reports or tracking mechanisms as appropriate per established regulations, policies and guidelines. PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED. Qualifications Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Basic Requirement for a Practical Nurse/Vocational Nurse: Licensure: A current license to practice as a practical or vocational nurse in a State, 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.In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirement listed below: Experience required: One year of nursing experience 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 obstetrical nursing care to patients, measuring patient's vital signs, administering immunizations or medications via various routes and performing routine procedures, such as catheter insertion, sterile dressing changes or operating fetal heart rate monitors. This definition of nursing experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). 
Overview Nurse (Clinical/Occupational Health) Ft Campbell, KY About the Position: This position is located at Blanchfield Community Hospital, Fort Campbell, Tennessee.This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Occupying a generous portion of the border between Kentucky and Tennessee, Fort Campbell supports the fourth largest military population in the Army (and the 7th largest in the Department of Defense). The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 5th Special Forces Group, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment all call this base home. The Sabalauski Air Assault School (famed for being the “10 toughest days in the Army”), the Pathfinder Course, Rappel Master, and FRIES/SPIES Master are just a few of the other schools and qualification courses available at Fort Campbell. A majority of Fort Campbell is located in Tennessee, but the post office that serves the base is just across the Kentucky border, giving on post residents and the installation itself the designation of being located in Kentucky. Clarksville, TN and Hopkinsville, KY are the two larger towns that serve the base. The base boasts modern facilities including a huge new commissary, parks, splash pads, a Starbucks, and updated housing. Clarksville is growing, but keeps a mindful eye on preserving its history and “small town” feel. It’s only about 40 minutes north of Nashville, and some areas between the two cities are gaining popularity for being “bedroom communities” for Nashville (ie. where you go to sleep). The low cost of living, home prices, and absence of state income tax are all perks to living in Tennessee. You get the rural, country lifestyle, but with the option of a thriving metro area just a short drive down I-24. Kentucky towns offer the same beautiful rolling hills, sprawling farms, and gracious Southern hospitality as Tennessee, but with a bit more land and a greater horse to person ratio. Into organic produce, pastured beef and forested pork? (It’s a thing — we checked!) You can actually get to know your farmer or rancher, if you’re so inclined! The Nashville music scene bleeds into Clarksville, influencing the caliber of music at festivals, community concerts, karaoke bars, and even church ensembles. Austin Peay University provides an abundance of cultural, sporting, and community events. Parks, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries and entertainment options round out the fairly solid amenities that you’ll f ind here. Communities are friendly, laid back, markedly blue collar and love their military! The customs and values are a perfect representation of the “Bible Belt” on which it lies, so don’t make plans for a Sunday without checking if a business is open. Being central to most of the United States makes travel convenient. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities Duties: Coordinates with health care providers to ensure continuity of care through referral and/or follow up for patients. Assists with the development and updating of Occupational Health nursing policies, procedures, and protocols. Conducts physical examinations and physical assessment health screening and monitoring of patients. Provides full range of emergency services or crises intervention in the absence of the physician/physician assistant. Administers medications and treatments authorized by physician/physician assistant. PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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. Basic Requirement for Nurse (Clinical/Community-Occupational Health): Degree: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts). Licensur e: 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; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. Foreign Degree : A degree from a Foreign Nursing School. Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools. Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Applicants claiming this exemption must meet the requirement below. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant.Active, current registration as a professional nurse in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Education/Experience: A diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and possession of at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or above) which includes providing health education through counseling and lectures; updating nursing policies and procedures, conducting health screenings, and administering physician-authorized medications and treatments. OREducation: A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field including but not limited to a nursing program. EXEMPTION: You are exempt from the qualification requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Applicants claiming this exemption must meet one of the requirement below. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) from a professional nursing program.OR3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education from a professional nursing program. 
Overview ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE (NURSE PRACT-CLINICAL/PSYCHIATRIC) About the Position: This position is located within the Behavioral Health Psychiatric Services at Blanchfield Army Community Hospital. Salary negotiation MAY be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Student Loan Repayment MAY be authorized. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Occupying a generous portion of the border between Kentucky and Tennessee, Fort Campbell supports the fourth largest military population in the Army (and the 7th largest in the Department of Defense). The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 5th Special Forces Group, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment all call this base home. The Sabalauski Air Assault School (famed for being the “10 toughest days in the Army”), the Pathfinder Course, Rappel Master, and FRIES/SPIES Master are just a few of the other schools and qualification courses available at Fort Campbell. A majority of Fort Campbell is located in Tennessee, but the post office that serves the base is just across the Kentucky border, giving on post residents and the installation itself the designation of being located in Kentucky. Clarksville, TN and Hopkinsville, KY are the two larger towns that serve the base. The base boasts modern facilities including a huge new commissary, parks, splash pads, a Starbucks, and updated housing. Clarksville is growing, but keeps a mindful eye on preserving its history and “small town” feel. It’s only about 40 minutes north of Nashville, and some areas between the two cities are gaining popularity for being “bedroom communities” for Nashville (ie. where you go to sleep). The low cost of living, home prices, and absence of state income tax are all perks to living in Tennessee. You get the rural, country lifestyle, but with the option of a thriving metro area just a short drive down I-24. Kentucky towns offer the same beautiful rolling hills, sprawling farms, and gracious Southern hospitality as Tennessee, but with a bit more land and a greater horse to person ratio. Into organic produce, pastured beef and forested pork? (It’s a thing — we checked!) You can actually get to know your farmer or rancher, if you’re so inclined! The Nashville music scene bleeds into Clarksville, influencing the caliber of music at festivals, community concerts, karaoke bars, and even church ensembles. Austin Peay University provides an abundance of cultural, sporting, and community events. Parks, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries and entertainment options round out the fairly solid amenities that you’ll find here. The local communities are friendly, laid back, markedly blue collar and love their military! The customs and values are a perfect representation of the “Bible Belt” on which it lies, so don’t make plans for a Sunday without checking if a business is open. Being central to most of the United States makes travel convenient. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities MAJOR DUTIES Treats a variety of beneficiaries (children, adolescents, and adults) that request behavioral health services. Evaluates new behavioral health patients, gathers histories, and discusses goals with patients. Collaborates with other members of the total treatment team to formulate the total care plan for patients. Prescribe medications and educate patients about risks and benefits. Observes patients and records any significant behavior and reaction patterns. Provides feedback and advice to unit commanders and other leaders regarding the well-being of their soldiers. Serves in a leadership position as a consultant and role model to other health care professionals. Performs other duties as assigned. 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. Basic Requirement for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner-Clinical/Psychiatric): Degree : A graduate or higher level degree from an accredited professional nursing educational program in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.). Foreign Degree: Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program. The certification program consists of a credentials evaluation, the CGFNS Qualifying Exam, and evidence of passing one of the approved English Language Proficiency examinations. A copy of the CGFNS Certificate is required. Licensure: 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; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. Licensure: A current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse in the specialty of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or related specialty from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Applicants claiming this exemption must meet the requirement below. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant.Active, current registration as a professional nurse in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below : Professional Nursing Experience: One or more full years of professional nursing experience which includes performing psychiatric intakes and evaluations, diagnosing patients illnesses, and prescribing medications. This definition of professional nursing experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Provides patient care in an office setting under the supervision of the medical provider. Meets the communication needs of the patient / family and medical provider. Maintains and follows regulatory requirement and policies and procedures. Communicates with medical providers and staff about patient’s clinical condition.