Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner-Clinical/Psychiatric)

Job title: Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner-Clinical/Psychiatric)

Company: Federal government of the United States

Job description: SummaryAbout the Position: This position is located within the Womack Army Medical Center located at Fort Liberty, NC.This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.
Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.OverviewOpen & closing dates11/15/2024 to 11/21/2024Salary$122,736 – $153,993 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 12Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberHSJA244301680561HWControl number819079300This job is open toDuties

• Serve as a Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN) within the Department of Behavioral Health.
• Treat a variety of beneficiaries (children, adolescents, and adults) that request behavioral health services.
• Prescribe medications to psychiatric patients seeking behavioral health services.
• Provide education regarding behavioral and mental health to patients.
• Present patient cases and classes for patient care conferences and academic institutions.
• Maintain appropriate records using a computerized record keeping and coding system.
• Collaborate with the patient’s total treatment team in order to formulate a total treatment plan.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• 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.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 15 pounds may be 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 credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
• This position may include shift work or rotating shifts (evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call).
• Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.

QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn 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 .Basic Requirement for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner-Clinical/Psychiatric):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.).Degree for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Positions: A graduate or higher-level degree in nursing from an accredited Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner educational program.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.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.Additional Licensure Requirements for Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner-Clinical/Psychiatric): A current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse in the specialty of the position 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:Specialized Experience: One year of professional nursing experience which includes performing psychiatric intakes or evaluations, prescribing medication, and providing care to behavioral health patients. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade level (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.EducationSee Qualifications section for education requirements.Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the

information sheet. * Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

• Benefits

Expected salary: $122736 – 153993 per year

Location: Liberty, NC

Job date: Fri, 15 Nov 2024 23:34:10 GMT

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