Nurse (Tour Coordinator)

at Indian Health Service in Shiprock, New Mexico, United States

Job Description

Summary This position is located in the Division of Nursing, Northern Navajo Medical Center, Shiprock, NM. Incumbent directs and manages nursing activities, and is accountable for nursing care provided by the inherent departments after hours, weekends and on holidays. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). Responsibilities Total Compensation Package – Check out IHS’s outstanding total compensation package for this job: Registered Nurse Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Assists with patient care in emergency situations. Utilizes the nursing process, provides skilled and comprehensive nursing care to patients. Participates in advanced cardiac, trauma, pediatric, and neonatal advanced life support. Coordinates admissions, discharges and transfers (intra-and inter-facility). Coordinates call back for support departments. Makes nursing rounds to evaluate patient care needs, staffing, environmental and safety aspects. Evaluates nursing response in emergencies and recommends corrective action. Demonstrates effective conflict management and negotiation skills. Directs and manages nursing activities in all clinical areas in the absence of the Unit Supervisor and is accountable for nursing care provided by inherent departments. Jointly plans and collaborates with Unit nursing Supervisors and related disciplines regarding aspects of the continuity of patient care. 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 competitive vacancy announcement advertised under Direct Hire Authority. Selections made under this vacancy announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would therefore be given new appointments to the civil service; however, benefits, time served, and all other Federal entitlements would remain the same. 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. 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/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual’s identity, employment history, education, & other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement & maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant’s financial history as part of the personnel security & suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, & satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service. 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. BASIC REQUIREMENT: 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 (external link), Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (external link), Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (external link), or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (external link) 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. In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below- 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 In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service that includes: Provides direct and emergency nursing care while assessing, stabilizing, and coordinating treatment for patients with urgent, critical, and complex healthcare needs. Coordinates hospital operations during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays by managing patient admissions, transfers, staffing, and support services. Directs and oversees nursing activities after hours, providing clinical guidance, resolving patient care issues, and ensuring quality nursing services across multiple clinical departments. Supports nursing leadership by promoting performance improvement, regulatory compliance, staff development, customer service, and recruitment and retention initiatives. Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, ancillary services, and external healthcare partners to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous patient care throughout the facility. 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 c