Registered Nurse

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

This position is open to:
•  All Interested Applicants / All Sources

For USEFM – FP grade is FP 05.  Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

Indefinite

Marketing Statement:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Sierra Leone is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Registered Nurse in the Health Unit office.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Duties

The incumbent serves as the post’s nurse with responsibilities that include the medical care of Mission employees and eligible family members, utilizing MED approved clinical guidelines, as well as maintenance and inventory of all medical equipment and supplies, implementation of a robust vaccination program, documentation through the global electronic medical record, system administration of group and individual health education programs, and medical emergency contingency planning for the Mission.  The incumbent will work in the Medical Unit under the direct clinical supervision of the Medical Provider (MP). The incumbent is responsible for maintaining a primary care/urgent care clinic for all ICASS eligible Direct Hire American (DHA) employees and their eligible family members (EFM).  In addition, they will maintain an occupational health unit for all Post employees, LE Staff, Contractors, DHA & EFMs.  They will evaluate and assess patients within their scope of training by means of a health history, observation, interview, physical examination, selected diagnostic measures, and use of Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs). The incumbent assesses each patient’s immunization needs and using CDC and ACIP guidelines provide appropriate immunizations. Arranges Medevacs through RMO/MP/RMO-P and in coordination with MED/Foreign Programs or appropriate Regional Medevac Center. Prepares cables for fund cites requests and verifies and approves Clearance-related medical and laboratory invoices for payment. Maintains inventory and procurement process for all medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and medical equipment. Performs workplace health and safety surveys with the POSHO.  Provides essential reporting per MED/SHEM guidelines and in conjunction with HR requirements (Workman’s Compensation). Maintains a list of acceptable local medical consultants and copy of their credentials.  Assists in identifying quality providers and facilities in the local community and works with the RMO/MP/RMO-P to develop a referral network of providers/facilities that is vetted and assures the best quality of care for the Mission members.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• • Security certificate

• • Valid National ID card

• • Valid Nursing license

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.

Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time [FIVE WEEK) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

 

Education Requirements:

Degree (RN Level) in Nursing or Diploma/Certificate equivalent from an accredited or recognized School of Nursing.

Must possess and maintain a valid, current, and unrestricted nursing license from the host nation, the U.S., or a third country and able to legally work as a nurse in the country of employment.

Evaluations:

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years (equivalent of 4160 hours) post-qualification clinical work as a professional nurse within the last 10 (ten) years is required. No more than a five-year gap in clinical practice is permitted.  Clinical work experience includes direct hands-on patient care (i.e. patient assessment, medication administration, immunizations, IV insertions, laboratory procedures, etc.).

Language: 

English  – Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing

Krio    –   Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & Writing

Job Knowledge:

• • The incumbent possesses critical thinking skills and can triage health related clinical problems or emergencies to access the best level of available care.

• • Willingness to operate with US Standard of Care Nursing Scope of Practice.

• • Perform physical assessments and health histories.

• • Coordinate clinical care of patients with other clinical staff, either in the Health Unit or in local clinic or hospital.

• • Familiar with patient confidentiality.

Skills And Abilities:

• • Social Perceptiveness: The position requires strong interpersonal skills and a client-oriented disposition capable of dealing with complex interactive challenges in difficult and emotional situations.

• • Critical Thinking

• • Inductive Reasoning

• • Oral Comprehension

• • Written Comprehension

• • Must be able to perform basic word processing on computer.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application.  For an instructional video on how to apply click here.

Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job related skills or requirements in your application.

You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.

 

Required Documents:

All Applicants:

• • University Degree

• • Certificate

• • Professional License

• • Resume/CV  is required

In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:

• • Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • Passport copy

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

 

The HR Office will contact successful applicants.

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Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.