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Nurse (Consultant)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense

This job in plain English

Irwin Army Community Hospital at Fort Riley, Kansas, is hiring a nurse consultant for Military Treatment Facilities under the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This is a direct hire with one vacancy, and the job may require rotating shifts. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.

1 vacancy; the announcement says multiple positions may be filled from it.

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Open to U.S. citizens, nationals, and people who owe allegiance to the U.S. You must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

What you would do

  • Guide healthcare teams in coordinated care to improve patient outcomes.
  • Develop and monitor case management, care coordination, and discharge planning programs.
  • Assess complex patient needs, including high-risk cases and healthcare costs.
  • Coordinate care and transitions among military and civilian healthcare agencies.
  • Teach patients and families about case management and community resources.
  • Evaluate case management activities and medical records for quality and cost-effectiveness.

Do you qualify for GS-11?

With experience: At least one full year of professional nursing experience at the GS-9 level or above. This experience must include coordinating medical programs, collecting or reviewing medical data, and educating staff.

With education: A diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing from a professional nursing program, combined with the one year of experience. Or a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing or related medical science program. All applicants must also have a degree or diploma from an accredited professional nursing program. Graduates of foreign nursing schools need a CGFNS Certificate.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, active, full, and unrestricted professional nurse license from a U.S. state, D.C., Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory
  • Passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
  • CGFNS Certificate for graduates of foreign nursing schools

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two pages or less, showing employer, job title, start and end month and year, hours per week, and duties
  • Transcripts, which you must attach if you qualify through education
  • Copy of your professional nursing license or certification, which is required
  • CGFNS Certificate if you graduated from a foreign nursing school
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship
  • Most recent performance appraisal, if applicable
  • Cover letter (optional)
  • Documents proving federal employee exemption, if you claim it

How you will be rated: Your application package, including your resume, supporting documents, and online questionnaire answers, is reviewed to see if you meet the qualifications. If you are found to have inflated your qualifications or experience, you may lose consideration, and incomplete packages are not considered further.

Tips for this job:

  • Attach your transcripts and a copy of your nursing license, or you will be rated ineligible.
  • Keep your resume to two pages and list hours per week for each job.
  • Show at least one year of nursing work that includes coordinating programs, reviewing medical data, and educating staff.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Rotating shifts may be required. The job is Mission Essential, so you may need to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies.

Incentives and relocation: A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Conditions of employment:

  • Background investigation, which may lead to a suitability or fitness determination
  • Personnel Security Investigation required
  • Child care background checks with periodic re-verification
  • Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination, or a recognized exemption
  • Testing designated position with pre-employment and random drug testing
  • Pre-placement medical examination required
  • Immunizations required, including Hepatitis B for direct patient contact
  • Must meet non-privileged professional credential requirements
  • Possible rotating shifts
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete Selective Service registration
  • 1-year probationary period
  • Direct deposit of pay required
  • Mission Essential: must report to work during emergencies or contingency operations
  • Selection may be restricted by Department of Defense displaced employee referral rules

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$74,678 – $97,087 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-11 · General Schedule
Location
Fort Riley, Kansas
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Nurse (0610)
Announcement
HSJW-27-13104047-DHA

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