Nurse - Med/Surg (Open Continuous)
Company: Department Of Health And Human Services
Location: Lawton
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Summary
This position serves as a Registered Nurse working in either an
Ambulatory Health Center or Hospital setting. The Hospital provides
services in the following departments: emergency, general medicine
and surgery, pediatrics and outpatient services. The hospital is
located in Lawton, OK. The ambulatory health centers are located in
Anadarko, OK or Carnegie, OK.
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Overview
10/05/2023 to 09/30/2024
* Salary
$71,483 - $106,770 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 5 - 9
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Locations
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-Relocation expenses may be authorized and paid upon approval.
You will be required to sign a one year service agreement. Failure
to fulfill the one year service agreement may result in repayment
of relocation expenses.
* Appointment type
Multiple Appointment Types -
* Work schedule
Multiple Schedules -
* Service
Competitive
* Promotion potential
9
* Job family (Series)
0610 Nurse
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Not Required
* Drug test
No
* Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
* Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
* Announcement number
IHS-24-OK-12148677-DH
* Control number
753303800
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This job is open to
* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or
"displaced" employee.
* Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
* Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
* Native Americans
Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.
* The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the
U.S.
* Veterans
Clarification from the agency
The IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified
applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of
Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance
with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual
Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after
12/31/1959
This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630,
requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this
requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these
positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere
or guilty to certain crimes.
Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after
1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff
working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.
COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to
entrance on duty.
The selected individual is required to maintain licensure
requirements. If licensure is not maintained during employment, the
employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including
removal from Federal service.
Position may be subject to an alternate work schedule, call back,
rotating shifts, nights/weekends/holidays.
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To
learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and
responsibilities, visit
You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you
must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background
investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation
documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your
employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the
outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the
sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find
that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If
you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin
work. If you make a false statement in any part of your
application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin
work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject
to a credit check as a part of the background investigation
process.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient
experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific
position for which you are applying.
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; social). You will
receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer
and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and
responsibilities in each position held and the total number of
hours per week.
This position has a positive education requirement, therefore, you
MUST submit a copy of your transcripts (official/unofficial), OR
list your education history including the type of degree(s) and
major of study, and completion or anticipated completion (month and
year) on your resume. A list of courses including titles, credit
hours completed, and grades is needed for Superior Academic
Achievement (SAA). Official transcripts are required after
tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job
offer.*
Degree and License Waiting Period for Impending Graduates: The
Hiring Manager/Selecting Official may elect to utilize an available
flexibility wherein applicants who are currently enrolled and
expected to complete the required education and obtain the required
licensure within 9 months of applying, may be deemed tentatively
qualified. The eligibility date is established based on the date of
application and not the closing date of the announcement or any
cut-off date used for certificates of eligible
candidates.Applicants who have not completed their education
requirements (but who are within the established timeframe for
qualifying) must submit:
BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):
Education: 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.
Degree from Foreign Nursing School: Official certification from the
Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for
individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools.
AND
Licensure: For all grade levels and positions, applicants must have
passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition,
they must possess 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. (Applicants must list their license number on their
resume, along with the expiration date, OR submit a copy of their
Nursing license that includes the expiration date. Acceptable
verification of licensure includes a print out from a State Board
of Nursing website [or other applicable license verification
website that reflects your licensure status].
In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the
Minimum Qualifications stated below-
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Your professional nursing experience and/or
education must be demonstrated in your resume and have equipped you
with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to
successfully perform the duties of the position.
GS-5: Possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing with no
experience;
OR Possess a diploma or associate degree, in professional nursing
AND one full year of professional nursing experience.
Professional nursing experiences for GS-5 level are nursing tasks
performed under close supervision of an RN. The duties include:
observing and assessing patients' clinical conditions with the
ability to identify and interpret serious situations, formulating a
nursing diagnosis appropriate to patients' needs, setting up and
operating general nursing equipment, administering medication, and
documenting nursing activities regarding direct patient care.
GS-7: Possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing AND
eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A.)
provision. For information on S.A.A. go to:
OR Possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing AND at least one
full year of professional nursing experience;
OR Possess a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing
AND two full years of professional nursing experience (equivalent
to the GS-5 grade level);
OR Completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a
professional nursing educational program.
Professional nursing experiences for GS-7 level are nursing tasks
performed under general supervision, with another RN reviewing work
periodically. These duties include: contributing to the development
of a plan of care for assigned patients based on the nursing
process, providing nursing interventions based on established plan
of care and evaluating effectiveness, setting up and operating
specialized equipment, and demonstrates nursing leadership in
providing technical guidance and direction to other nursing
personnel (such as Licensed Practical Nurses and Nursing
Assistants).
GS-9: Possess a master's degree in professional nursing;
OR At least one year of professional nursing experience (equivalent
to the GS-7 grade level or above) AND possession of a diploma,
associate degree, or Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from a
professional nursing program.
Professional nursing experiences for GS-9 level are nursing tasks
performed independently. The duties include: providing nursing care
that requires the full range of professional nursing proficiency
from assessment of the needs of a wide variety of patient
illnesses, through developing a plan of care, administering
medication and operating special equipment, and initiating
appropriate measures in emergency situations. Experience also
includes demonstrating nursing leadership in providing technical
guidance and direction to other Registered Nurses and nursing
personnel.
Education
For positions requiring positive education requirements, you MUST
submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college
courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript
(course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in
your resume.
This position has an education requirement. You are strongly
encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your
courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades.
Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package.
Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to
receiving an official offer.
Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by
accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of
Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at
the following website:
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification
requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency
with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit
Additional information
Per IHS policy (SGM 21-04) IHS selectees to positions located in
Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics must be
fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before entry on duty or have IHS
approve a medical or religious exemption. If an exemption is
approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing for COVID-19
will be required. Your Human Resources Specialist will provide a
list of documents acceptable as vaccination proof and instructions
on how to submit your vaccination documentation or how to request a
medical or religious exemption, if needed.
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per
pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served
as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal
employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal
experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited
service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn
annual leave.
This Open Continuous Announcement (OCA) allows acceptance of
applications throughout the year with eligible applicants being
placed on the OCA register and referred for consideration when
vacancies occur. Your application will expire in 3 months. You must
reapply at least every 3 months to keep your application active for
this vacancy.
Appointment may be Permanent, Temporary, Excepted Time-Limited, or
Term with tour of duty of Full-Time, Part-Time or Intermittent. The
Agency has the option of extending Time-Limited and Term
appointments for up to a maximum of four years. Temporary positions
not to exceed 12 months or less are subject to termination at any
time. The Agency has the option of extending Temporary position
appointments for up to a maximum of two years.
This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.
Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a
one year service agreement will be required.
The Indian Health Service (IHS), National Health Service Corps
(NHSC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
have student loan repayment programs for qualifying health
disciplines. This is a competitive process separate from the hiring
process. Opportunities for LRP are based on agency hiring
priorities and availability of funds. For additional information
please visit:
For IHS -
For NHSC -
For HRSA Nurse Corps -
This position has promotion potential to the GS-9 grade level.
Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and
is based on your demonstrated ability to perform the higher level
duties, the continuing need for the higher level duties, and
"Regulatory/Administrative" approval. Promotion to the next higher
grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is
implied.
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* Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.
Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local
commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement.
By applying, you agree to have your application shared with
interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP
will be applied for similar positions across HHS.
This position will be filled through the Office of Personnel
Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and Veterans'
Preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For
more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see OPM Direct
Hire Fact Sheet. Your application (resume and supporting
documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the
minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under
qualification requirements. To be considered well qualified for the
purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must
substantively exceed the basic qualifications and meet all
eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and any other
requirements.
Click here to view vacancy questions: All documents above MUST be
received by 11:59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of,
09/30/2024, to be considered.
* Benefits
Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.
* Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have
access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of
position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time,
temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the
following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure
you're eligible under their policies.
Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to
ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you
use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form
you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications
that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work
experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for
each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job
duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and
telephone number.
Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and
appointment claim(s), and position requirements:
Indian Preference Applicants: If claiming Indian preference,
applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432,
"Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and
IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly
signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including
any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA
Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions,
see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: When an Indian
Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules
regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant
must provide documentation in order to receive preference.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career
Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming
CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below:
Transcripts: You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts
(official or unofficial) although not required at the time of
application. You must list your courses including titles, credit
hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required
after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job
offer.
Licensure, Certifications: Applicants should list their
license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration
date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will
be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an
official job offer.
Superior Academic Achievement:
If claiming eligibility for Superior Academic Achievement,
candidates must provide copies of transcripts (official or
unofficial) must be included at the time of initial application. If
unable to obtain transcripts, candidates must provide sufficient
evidence to validate courses completed and credit hours earned.
Eligibility is based on one of the following:
You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern
Standard Time) of the closing date: 09/30/2024
The first Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be
considered for available vacant positions will be 5 days after the
JOA open date.
Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for three
months and may be used at any time during this period. After 3
months, you must reapply to this announcement in order to be
considered.
* How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package. See required documents below.
For additional questions please see our Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs) found here:
Agency contact information
Mesha Bosques
Phone
580-354-5528
Fax
580-354-5529
Email
mesha.bosques@ihs.gov
Address
Lawton Service Unit
1515 North Lawrie Tatum Rd
Lawton, OK 73507
US
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
You can track the progress of your application package via your
USAJobs account. You will receive an acknowledgement from USAJobs
that your submission was successful once we have received your
on-line occupational questionnaire, resume, and any supporting
documentation. You will be notified of the status of your
application via your USAJobs Account after we conduct a
qualification review of your complete application package. You will
be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any
exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to
conceal information may disqualify you for employment
consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your
resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or
background check, and/or verification of your education. If you are
selected, you will be contacted personally by the human resources
office posting this announcement.
If all required documentation is not submitted with your
application you will lose consideration. It is the applicant's
responsibility to verify that information and documents entered,
uploaded, or faxed are received, legible and accurate. HR will not
modify answers submitted by an applicant.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects
the American people from health threats, researches emerging
diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and
international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its
employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian
Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary
temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental
priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security
threats.
- - - Indian Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer - -
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* Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to
ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you
use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form
you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications
that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work
experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for
each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job
duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and
telephone number.
Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and
appointment claim(s), and position requirements:
Indian Preference Applicants: If claiming Indian preference,
applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432,
"Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and
IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly
signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including
any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA
Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions,
see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: When an Indian
Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules
regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant
must provide documentation in order to receive preference.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career
Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming
CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below:
Transcripts: You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts
(official or unofficial) although not required at the time of
application. You must list your courses including titles, credit
hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required
after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job
offer.
Licensure, Certifications: Applicants should list their
license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration
date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will
be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an
official job offer.
Superior Academic Achievement:
If claiming eligibility for Superior Academic Achievement,
candidates must provide copies of transcripts (official or
unofficial) must be included at the time of initial application. If
unable to obtain transcripts, candidates must provide sufficient
evidence to validate courses completed and credit hours earned.
Eligibility is based on one of the following:
You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern
Standard Time) of the closing date: 09/30/2024
The first Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be
considered for available vacant positions will be 5 days after the
JOA open date.
Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for three
months and may be used at any time during this period. After 3
months, you must reapply to this announcement in order to be
considered.
Help
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package. See required documents below.
For additional questions please see our Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs) found here:
Read more
Agency contact information
Mesha Bosques
Phone
580-354-5528
Fax
580-354-5529
Email
mesha.bosques@ihs.gov
Address
Lawton Service Unit
1515 North Lawrie Tatum Rd
Lawton, OK 73507
US
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
You can track the progress of your application package via your
USAJobs account. You will receive an acknowledgement from USAJobs
that your submission was successful once we have received your
on-line occupational questionnaire, resume, and any supporting
documentation. You will be notified of the status of your
application via your USAJobs Account after we conduct a
qualification review of your complete application package. You will
be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any
exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to
conceal information may disqualify you for employment
consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your
resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or
background check, and/or verification of your education. If you are
selected, you will be contacted personally by the human resources
office posting this announcement.
If all required documentation is not submitted with your
application you will lose consideration. It is the applicant's
responsibility to verify that information and documents entered,
uploaded, or faxed are received, legible and accurate. HR will not
modify answers submitted by an applicant.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects
the American people from health threats, researches emerging
diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and
international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its
employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian
Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary
temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental
priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security
threats.
- - - Indian Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer - -
-
Read more
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
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Overview
10/05/2023 to 09/30/2024
* Salary
$71,483 - $106,770 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 5 - 9
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-Relocation expenses may be authorized and paid upon approval.
You will be required to sign a one year service agreement. Failure
to fulfill the one year service agreement may result in repayment
of relocation expenses.
* Appointment type
Multiple Appointment Types -
* Work schedule
Multiple Schedules -
* Service
Competitive
* Promotion potential
9
* Job family (Series)
0610 Nurse
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Not Required
* Drug test
No
* Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
* Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
* Announcement number
IHS-24-OK-12148677-DH
* Control number
753303800
This job originated on For the full announcement and to apply,
visit Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the
job announcement listed at will be considered.
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