Nurse (Clinical/Ambulatory)

About the Position: This position is located at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, at Fort Hood, Texas. Student Loan repayment may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

Communicates with providers regarding determinations and situations, documents events appropriately.

Provides patient education as an integral part of the services offered.

Makes psychosocial assessment of patients to identify significant cultural practices, the ability to understand and cooperate, and expectations of care and coping mechanisms.

Accepts consults for the education of patients in the outpatient setting.

Coordinates patient referrals to support services provided through the internal and external community, or the TRICARE network.

Evaluates the effectiveness of educational activities.

Prepares and administers oral, subcutaneous, intra-muscular and intravenous medications.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Graduates of foreign nursing schools must have completed the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools Certification Program. The certification program consists of a credentials evaluation, the CGFNS Qualifying Exam, and evidence of passing one of the approved English Language Proficiency examinations. A copy of the CGFNS Certificate is required. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.