What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse - Community Healthcare Specialist position at Military Treatment Facilities under DHA?
We are seeking a skilled Public Health Nurse to join our team at Military Treatment Facilities under DHA.
Job Description
This is a direct hire solicitation for a Public Health Nurse with expertise in administering health and safety requirements, providing public health care services, and maintaining population-based programs to prevent disease and protect the community's health.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Health and Safety Administration: Administer and interpret regulatory and interim guidance on health and safety requirements for staff and participants.
- Public Health Nursing Services: Administer public health nursing duties and practices in accordance with established guidelines, serving as the communicable disease nurse for disease surveillance and reporting, and providing public health care services to beneficiaries of all ages.
- Population-Based Programs: Maintain population-based programs and services to prevent disease, protect the community's health, and enable family self-sufficiency.
Requirements
- A graduate or higher level degree from an accredited professional nursing educational program.
- 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.
- At least one year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or above), including providing community or public health nursing services, educating patients or community on health promotion topics, and coordinating community health fairs or health promotion related activities.
Work Environment
The work environment for this position may include shift work, irregular schedules, and working on-call during emergencies. The position may require working on Public Health emergencies, health promotions events, etc.
Benefits
- Federal benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and challenging work environment.