Nurse (CAM) - DHA

Company: usagov
Location: Kayenta
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Summary
This position is being re-advertised to solicit additional applications. Applicants who applied previously need not reapply unless submitting updated and/or missing information.
This position is located at Kayenta Service Unit (KSU), Inpatient Care Branch, Kayenta, AZ. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide case management and discharge planning services. Incumbent works under the Inpatient Supervisory Nurse.
This job is open to

• The public
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. 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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  Duties
  This position is the Nurse (Clinical Accountability & Metrics), Discharge Planner position.
  • Discharge planning is a multidisciplinary approach to ensure the continuity of care for patients. It begins at admission, continues through hospitalization and discharge, and on through post hospitalization care as needed.
  • Responsible for coordinating the available resources by identifying, mobilizing, and utilizing those resources to meet the patient's needs.
  • Makes daily rounds on all units to meet newly admitted patients.
  • Coordinates and conducts frequent discharge-planning meetings on the inpatient unit.
  • Functions as a liaison between patients in the Kayenta Service Unit and/or other health care facilities. Manages all post hospital care and follow-up through coordination of patient's discharge planning with multi-disciplinary teams of physicians, nursing personnel, social workers, physical therapists, etc.
  • Using approved KSU formats, documents discharge planning meeting, activities, plans, policies, and procedures.
  • Maintains a system of tracking referred patients for admission in the other health care facilities and performs chart reviews to detailed timeliness of request services to facilitate the return of patients, or other health care facilities or discharge to home.
  • Participates in case conferences between various disciplines, families and agencies involved in the patient care plans.
  • Works closely with the Utilization Review Coordinator and Contract Health staff for necessary follow-up on claims and identifying long-erm disability patients.
  • Collects relevant data for program evaluation including service utilization, identified problems and status of resolutions, patient satisfaction, etc.
  • Participates in hospital Contract Health review with Peer Review Organization (PRO) when contract renewal comes up or as addendum is necessary.
  • Serves as the team leader of the interdisciplinary healthcare team promoting the coordination, collaboration, and continuity of care from preadmission to post-discharge from a variety of Health care providers.
  • Functions as a relief Tour Coordinator and oversees employees in all clinical area.
  • Functions as Patient Advocate to ensure good Guest Relations throughout the facility.
  • Conducts exit interviews with patients and distributes questionnaires to assess our guest's perception of the quality and appropriateness of the care they received in our facilities. This position is being announced concurrently under Merit Promotion/Excepted Services procedures. Please review vacancy announcement number IHS-23-KA-11931028-ESEP/MP for eligibility requirements. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately to each announcement in order to be considered.
    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.
    Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.
    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.
    Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
    Work is regularly assigned, rotational or call back basis to provide continuity of nursing care during evening, nights, weekends, and holidays. Subject to shift rotation to areas as needed to provide adequate staffing.
    Must possess a current, valid active State license as a professional registered nurse and basic Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
    Housing is available upon availability.
    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.
    NOTE: Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied.
    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.
    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.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    GS-11: In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
    • Successful completion of a PHD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field; or
    • At least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level) and possession of a diploma, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree from a professional nursing educational program. Experience: The work experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. At the GS-9 and above grade level, many positions may require experience in a specialty area of nursing. The specialized experience examples include: Case Management and Discharge Planning functions, coordination, and implementation of a multidisciplinary process to plan for the continuing care needs of a patient following discharge from the hospital; collaborates with nursing, medical staff, social services, physical therapy, mental health, public health nursing, contract health service, patient education and others to provide a comprehensive discharge program for patients; develops and implements comprehensive plans for safe discharge of patients from any alternate health care facility; responsibilities related to clinical case management activities necessary to purchase patient care in the community; experience as a specialty care management manager to ensure the continuity of care for patients through all forms of care including but not limited to the Emergency Department, Patient care Units, and outside facilities.
      You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
      Education
      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: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation.
      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 http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
      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.
      Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 1-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 - http://www.ihs.gov/loanrepayment/
      For NHSC - https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loanrepayment/
      For HRSA Nurse Corps - https://bhw.hrsa.gov/loansscholarships/nursecorps
      • Benefits
        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.
        Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. 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. Qualified candidates will be referred for consideration in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management direct hire guidelines. 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: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11931029. All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 06/13/2023, to be considered.
        • Benefits
          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: https://www.bia.gov/sites/default/files/dup/assets/public/raca/online_forms/pdf/1076-0160_INDIAN-PREF_Expires-10.31.24_508.pdf. 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: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ctap_guideline.pdf.
          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.
          You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 06/13/2023
        • How to Apply
          To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
          
          • Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
          • Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or supporting documents.
          • Read all Eligibility questions and respond accordingly. .
          • Complete the assessment questions.
          • Verify all required documentation is included in your application package. For additional questions please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) found here: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/index.cfm?module=search&option=faq.
            Agency contact information
            Navajo Area IHS Human Resources
            Email
            NAVAO-JOBS@ihs.gov
            Address
            Kayenta Service Unit PO Box 368 Kayenta, AZ 86033 US
            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 - - -
          • Fair and Transparent
            The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
            
            • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
            • Reasonable accommodation policy
            • Financial suitability
            • Selective Service
            • New employee probationary period
            • Signature and false statements
            • Privacy Act
            • Social security number request 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: https://www.bia.gov/sites/default/files/dup/assets/public/raca/online_forms/pdf/1076-0160_INDIAN-PREF_Expires-10.31.24_508.pdf. 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: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ctap_guideline.pdf.
              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.
              You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 06/13/2023
              How to Apply
              To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
              • Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
              • Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or supporting documents.
              • Read all Eligibility questions and respond accordingly. .
              • Complete the assessment questions.
              • Verify all required documentation is included in your application package.
                For additional questions please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) found here: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/index.cfm?module=search&option=faq.
                Agency contact information
                Navajo Area IHS Human Resources
                Email
                NAVAO-JOBS@ihs.gov
                Address
                Kayenta Service Unit PO Box 368 Kayenta, AZ 86033 US
                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 annou...

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