Supervisory Nurse (Clinical) Job in Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

• The incumbent is responsible for the direct supervision of all assigned clinical support staff.
• Coordination of all services required for an organized, multi-disciplinary team approach, assuring high quality, cost-efficient and professional care for enrolled pediatric patients ages 0-21 with acute and/or chronic medical problems.
• As a supervisory nurse will serve as the Pediatric Clinic Manager, responsible for the administrative function of the Pediatric Medical Home describe herein.
• Exercises administrative oversight and clinical supervision of nursing service personnel within the assigned clinics.
• Responsible for ensuring that the standards of ambulatory nursing practice and patient care are met and proficient in direct patient care as well as in person, and telephonic patient triage.
• Expert in educating and training the clinic nurses and support staff, including the provision of feedback and evaluation on clinical skills and the face of the clinic’s customer service mission and manage clinic provider templates and access to care.
• Utilize skills in problem solving, leadership, team building, and teaching while implementing expertise in clinical pediatric nursing.
• The clinic manager can expect to be the liaison and point of contact between the general pediatrics clinic and the tidewater market, collaborating with the pediatric clinic managers at military clinics across the region.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must obtain and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre-placement medical examination is required.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
• Applicants must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds is required.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/01/2024to receive consideration.

• To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12588113).
• Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
• It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
• Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.