Job summary

About the Position: The incumbent performs as a Nurse in the Pediatric Sedation Unit. The incumbent provides specialized sedation care to pediatric patients and developmentally delayed young adults. Work schedule: Mon-Fri, 6:30-3:00 pm. This is an open continuous announcement. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; first cut off 11/25/2024, and then approx every 15 days until filled. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD.

Major duties

Plan, direct, and evaluate nursing sedation care (pre-, intra-, and post-sedation phases) for infants, children, adolescents, and developmentally delayed young adults. Conduct telephonic pre-sedation education for parents, perform post-sedation follow-up, and document all interactions accurately. Manage patient cases across the continuum of care, coordinating scheduled appointments, consultations with healthcare providers, and additional interventions as needed. Participate actively in daily team huddles and weekly care planning meetings. Prepare and administer sedation medications, via the oral, intravenous, topical, intranasal, and rectal routes. Recognize emergencies and lead initial response independently when needed, in the absence of the direction of a Licensed Independent Provider (LIP). Develop and revise clinic policies and procedures to ensure high standards of care. Represent the clinic and department in hospital and pediatric meetings/conferences and serve on relevant committees. Utilize electronic healthcare systems and office automation tools effectively as part of daily workflow.

Qualification

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 Nurse (Specialist/Pediatric Sedation): 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. (Note: you must provide proof of current, valid licensure). 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: Professional Nursing Experience: One or more full years of professional nursing experience which includes evaluating sedation care of pediatric patients; identifying potential problems with the preparation and administration of pediatric sedation; administering life support measures during emergency situations; administrating sedation medication; educating patients and family members on treatment procedures; utilizing medical equipment. 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. Preferred but not required: Within past 3 years, applicant has one year (or more) experience as a bedside nurse in a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), or emergency department (ED) caring for sedated patients.

Education

See qualification section for education requirements.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.