Supervisory Nurse DON
What you'd do
The purpose of this position is to provide leadership, direction, and management in the planning development, implementation and evaluation of the hospital's nursing program in a manner that provides quality care, maximizes human and material resources, facilitates the team concept in the executive decision making process and in representing the nursing department in interactions with others. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Major duties
Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Registered Nurse Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Supervisory Duties - Responsible for the quality of all nursing care provided within the health care program. Performs the full spectrum of supervisory personnel management (human resources) responsibilities by supervising subordinate clerical and professional positions with grades ranging from GS-7 to GS-12. Conducts meetings and conferences with subordinates, supervisors and employees to explain work requirements, methods and procedures as needed, giving special instructions on program changs and functions, goals and processes. Defines and enforces all appropriate standards including but not limited to those of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations, the USPH, the Indian Health Service and those of national nursing organizations, which set the current standards for nursing practices. Develops and implements systems to monitor operation of nursing service in such a way that trends and deviations from expected performance and unusual situations are detected promptly. Reports progress and resolutions of problems in achieving objectives to the Crow Chief Executive Director. Participates as an active member of the Crow Service Unit Management team in all decisions and strategic planning for the facility. Represents the hospital and nursing program in local, regional and national meetings and educational activities, including affiliations with schools of nursing.
What you need to qualify
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(S): Nurse Series 0610 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 (external link) 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. The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service. 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 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 GS12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Specialized Experience Examples: Experience working in a hospital setting performing the full spectrum of leadership decision making, operational management and oversight authority. Oversees staffing issues, disciplinary actions, budget development; advises medical staff, department heads, and administrators in matters related to nursing services; ensures nursing staff follows professionally set standards, including state and federal regulatory requirements to maintain hospital accreditation; provides leadership and direction to nursing programs ensuring proper health care management, evidence-based practice, safe and quality patient care. Supervisory Qualification Guide: Candidates should possess proficiency or the potential to develop proficiency on these competencies prior into a supervisory position: - Accountability - Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules. - Customer Service - Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement. - Decisiveness - Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions. - Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. - Integrity/Honesty - Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner. Shows consistency in words and actions. Models high standards of ethics. - Interpersonal Skills - Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations. - Oral Communication - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed. - Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations. - Resilience - Deals effectively with pressure; remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. Recovers quickly from setbacks. - Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
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