Supervisory Nurse
What you'd do
We are seeking an exceptional Supervisory Nurse (GS-14) to lead our 12-bed Adult Intensive Care Unit and our new 3-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), scheduled to open in January 2027. This Nurse Manager will be instrumental in shaping the future of our critical care services. The Supervisory Nurse, (Nurse Manager) will oversee clinical operations, patient safety, and quality outcomes across both the Adult ICU and the new Pediatric ICU.
Major duties
The GS-14 Supervisory Nurse (Nurse Manager) position is open in the specified clinical specialty area: Adult and Pediatric Intensive Care Units The ideal candidate will possess prior experience leading adult ICU, PICU, or mixed-acuity programs, building high performing teams, determining resource requirements, and supporting a research-intensive practice environment. BSN/MSN or MS in a related field preferred. Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing administration and nursing practice for the critical care units. Identifying short term and long-term program goals in conjunction with departmental objectives, organizational strategic plan and annual operating budget. Supervising clinical, administrative and clerical staff, through subordinate clinical leaders, on activities related to research protocols and specialty programs. Ensuring competency completion related to program of care. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical and clinical staff, institute stakeholders and research participants. Serving as an expert resource in adult and pediatric critical care nursing, pediatric research, and complex health-related issues within the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Collaborating with Clinical Center department leaders, multidisciplinary teams, and institute leadership to identify operational and patient care needs, drive organizational improvements, and develop strategies that support high-acuity adult and pediatric critical care services and research initiatives.
What you need to qualify
You qualify at the GS-14 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements: Degree information - A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program. Note: Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools; AND Licensure Requirement - Must have 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; AND NCLEX-RN - You must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) or you obtained licensure before the implementation of the NCLEX-RN. Individuals who have not passed the NCLEX-RN, but meet all other qualification requirements will be subject to a comprehensive evaluation of both their education and experience prior to final appointment; AND Additional Qualifications - In addition to the previous requirements, You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Planning and managing care for patients in multiple clinical specialty areas. 2.) Monitoring patients' responses to clinical treatments and reporting potential adverse actions. 3.) Managing clinical resources and support activities for a nursing program. 4.) Developing the annual plan, goals, and operating budget for a nursing program; evaluating the effectiveness of a nursing program. 5.) Training nursing staff in the administration of clinical programs. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13003842
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