Practical Nurse (Outpatient) GS 0620-05

Defense Health Agency

Fort Eisenhower, GAJob$53K/yrSeen 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$53K/yr

Location

Fort Eisenhower, GA

Work Authorization

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Practical/Vocational Nurse License

Job overview

The Defense Health Agency seeks a Practical Nurse for outpatient care at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Fort Eisenhower, GA. The role provides routine and specialized nursing services, including vital sign collection, IV access, immunizations, patient education, and documentation, supporting physician‑directed care plans.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementIV AccessMedication PreparationImmunization AdministrationPatient EducationClinical Documentation

Qualifications

US CitizenshipPractical/Vocational Nurse LicenseAt Least One Year Experience

Full job description

Overview

This position is with the Defense Health Agency. Positions are located within the Directorate of Surgery and Directorate of Medicine at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center at Fort Gordon in Augusta, Georgia. The Licensed Practical/Vocational primary purpose is to provide routine and specialized care to patients with increased independence and responsibility in various clinic settings.

Practical Nurse (Outpatient)

A recruitment bonus or relocation incentive may be authorized.
Student Loan repayment may be authorized.
Advanced leave accrual may be authorized.
Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

Salary: Up to- $52,957 per year

Benefits: https://civilianmedicaljobs.com/benefits/

Ft. Godon is adjacent to Augusta, GA famous for its major attraction, The Masters Golf Tournament. Ft. Gordon has a moderate year-round climate and offers close proximity to metropolitan areas, beaches along the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains.

Responsibilities

As a Practical Nurse you will:

Obtain all vital signs such as: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, pain level, height, weight, measurement of head circumference, and length; and perform behavioral health screenings.
Provide individualized nursing care to patients based upon the physician’s medical care plan, the nursing assessment, and the physical, mental, and emotional needs of the patient.
Obtain intravenous (IV) access, and prepare medications and immunizations for administration.
Review immunization records and unit Standard Operating Procedures to select required immunizations, correct dosages, and routes of administration.
Administer oral, intradermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular immunizations to all age groups via established protocols.
Educate patients and/or family regarding self-care procedures and documents teaching.
Instruct patients and/or family regarding normal verses adverse reactions to immunizations and treatment for normal reactions of discomfort.
Review laboratory results and bring abnormal results to attention of physician.
Document patients' chief complaints and other pertinent information in the health record.