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Nurse (INPATIENT CLINICAL/ OB-GYN)

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Fort Riley, Kansas

Defense Health Agency is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Eligibility
Labor and DeliveryMilitaryObstetrics/Gynecology

Posted Mar 11

Shift and hours
Rotating
Unit and setting
L&D · Military
License
RN license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
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.
Certification
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
Certification
Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Certification
Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
Certification
Applicants must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
Certification
A copy of the CGFNS Certificate is required.
Certification
The certification program consists of a credentials evaluation, the CGFNS Qualifying Exam, and evidence of passing one of the approved English Language Proficiency examinations.
Education
Foreign Degree: Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program.
Experience
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.
Experience
One or more full years of professional nursing experience which includes providing nursing care to obstetrics/gynecology patients, assisting with procedures, and providing education to patients. This definition of professional nursing experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11)
Also asks
A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
Also asks
Child Care Checks: 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.
Also asks
Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
Also asks
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.
Also asks
A pre-placement medical examination is required.
Also asks
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.
Also asks
This position may require rotating shifts (i.e. work schedule that requires employees to continuously rotate from one shift to another at predetermined intervals).
Also asks
This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
Also asks
This position may require the incumbent to work weekends and/or holidays.
Also asks
Moderate to heavy lifting up to 45 pounds is required.
Also asks
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.
Also asks
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.
Also asks
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
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Conditions of employment
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Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Also asks
This position may include shift work (evenings, weekends, holidays).
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Who May Apply: US Citizens
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Professional Nursing

What it pays

Benefits

  • 401k (TSP) with 5% employer match
  • Retirement pension (FERS)
  • Health, life, long-term, vision, and dental insurance for employee and family
  • Regular cost of living and time in service salary increases
  • Performance awards
  • Paid on-the-job training and developmental opportunities
More benefits (19)
  • Ten paid federal holidays
  • Ample vacation days
  • Separate sick leave that does not expire
  • Recruitment and retention incentives
  • Paid relocation costs
  • Free parking at work
  • USO Airport Lounge Access
  • Access to MWR services and activities including childcare
  • Military service buy-back eligibility
  • Student loan repayment
  • 401k/Retirement
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • PTO
  • Paid Training
  • Relocation Assistance

The role and schedule

Weekends
Weekends required
On call
On-call rotation

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

On your path

Labor & Delivery is a specialty you move into. Waitlists are common; med surg keeps you moving.

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Overview Nurse (INPATIENT CLINICAL/ OB-GYN), Irwin ACH, Ft Riley, KS

About the Position

This position is located in the Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum unit at Irwin Army Community Hospital in Fort Riley, Geary, Kansas. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed.

We accept applicants on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. Visit Manhattan Kansas - Put your stockings on - the holidays are in full swing here in Manhattan! que the Christmas music, this weeks blog sums up all of the holiday cheer Irwin Army Community Hospital (IACH) at Fort Riley is uniquely located in the rolling Flint Hills region of Northeast Kansas. Nestled between Junction City (pop.

25,000) and Manhattan (pop. 57,000), the local area has an abundance of outdoor activities where you with unlimited opportunities to fish, hike, swim, and explore! Enjoy BigXII college sports and entertainment at Kansas State University in Manhattan; as well as a thriving night life.

Experience travel simplified at the Manhattan Regional Airport or international travel through Kansas City International Airport. Manhattan has been recognized on the following for its quality of life:

  • #3 on a list of Best Small Places for Business and Careers (Forbes)
  • Top 10 Places to Retire (Money Magazine)
  • Top 50 College Towns in America (Best College Reviews)
  • Top 10 Best Places to Retire Young (CNN Money)
  • Top 100 Places to Live in America (Livability)

Join #TeamIACH, your home in the Flint Hills; making Fort Riley the best place in the Army for Soldiers to live, train, deploy from, and come home to. Our civilian team members are eligible for full federal benefits packages which include:

  • 401k (TSP, 5% match)
  • Retirement pension (FERS, five years to be vested)
  • Health, life, long-term, vision, and dental insurance for the employee and family members
  • Competitive pay, regular cost of living and time in service base salary increases.
  • Performance awards
  • Paid on-the-job training and developmental opportunities
  • Ten paid federal holidays, ample vacation days, separate sick leave that does not expire
  • Recruitment and retention incentives
  • Paid relocation costs
  • Free parking at work
  • USO Airport Lounge Access
  • Access to MWR services and activities which include childcare options (https://riley.armymwr.com/)
  • Military service buy-back eligibility (https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/militaryservice/militaryservicedeposits/estimator/)

Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Responsibilities Major

Duties

  • Provide comprehensive professional nursing care to OB/GYN patients and their newborns with medical conditions ranging from routine care to complex complications.
  • Develop nursing care plans and procedures, setting standards of care, prescribing special care and identify specific nursing problems for all patients
  • Perform procedures, treatments, and medication administration
  • Provide evidence-based instructions and education to patient/significant other and/or family members/caregivers.
  • Assist providers with procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Conditions 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.
  • Child Care Checks: 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. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
  • Applicants must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
  • This position may include shift work (evenings, weekends, holidays).
  • This position may require rotating shifts (i.e. work schedule that requires employees to continuously rotate from one shift to another at predetermined intervals).
  • This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work weekends and/or holidays.
  • Moderate to heavy lifting up to 45 pounds is required.
  • 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.

Qualifications 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.

Basic Requirement for Nurse (Inpatient Clinical/Ob-Gyn)

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. 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 providing nursing care to obstetrics/gynecology patients, assisting with procedures, and providing education to patients. 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.

What's around it?

In Fort Riley, KS

Fort Riley, KSFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 10% below the US average

Median rent
$1,234/mo
Household income
$54,362/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Fort Riley, KS

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