Job Listing: Hemodialysis Staff Nurse

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 1 vacancy - Bay Pines, FL

The incumbent will check patient vital signs, assess the patient on arrival, during treatment and after discharge. The staff nurse will interact with the patients, teaching them about their kidney problems and answering their questions. 

Education Debt Reduction:

Applicants selected for this position will be eligible to apply for an award up to the maximum limitation under the provisions of the Education Debt Reduction Program.



Major Duties

The incumbent will check patient vital signs, assess the patient on arrival, during treatment and after discharge. The staff nurse will interact with the patients, teaching them about their kidney problems and answering their questions.  The incumbent will initiate and oversee the dialysis treatment from start to finish.  They will evaluate the patient’s tolerance and reaction to the procedure and adjust treatment in consultation with the managing physician. The nurse will monitor the patient, labs, home medications and activity level. The incumbent will support the entire team in delivering quality care in a considerate, professional and respectful manner.

How to Apply

You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.<br><br><P>Bay Pines VA Permanent employees may submit a current resume or CV with cover letter specifically indicating interest in the position and copies of their last two proficiencies.  Correspondence may be tubed to station 53, ATTN:  Julius Baker, HR Assistant, mailed to HRMS (05), <ST1:ADDRESS w:st=’on’><ST1:STREET w:st=’on’>PO Box</ST1:STREET> 5005</ST1:ADDRESS>, Bay Pines, FL  33744 or faxed to (727) 398-9585.  Emailed applications also accepted at <A href=’mailto:vhabayjobs@va.gov’>vhabayjobs@va.gov</A>.  Non-VA applicants should complete an Application for Nurse and Nurse Anesthetists (VA Form 10-2850a) and a Declaration for Federal Employment (Optional Form 306).  Resumes/CVs may also be submitted.  Please indicate the announcement number T-38-08-43 on your memo/application/resume.  Application packages may be requested by e-mailing <A href=’mailto:adrian.griffin@va.gov’>adrian.griffin@va.gov</A>.  Application packages should be sent to Human Resources Management Service (05),   VA Medical Center, <ST1:ADDRESS w:st=’on’><ST1:STREET w:st=’on’>P.O. Box</ST1:STREET> 5005</ST1:ADDRESS>, Bay Pines, FL 33744.</P><BR><BR>If education is used to qualify for this position, please include sufficient information in your resume so you can be evaluated. You may mail a list of college courses that includes hours and grades to provide detail.


Contact Information:
Julius R. Baker, Sr.

Phone: 727-398-6661 ext 5376

Fax: 727-398-9585

Email: vhabayjobs@va.gov


Or write:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
PO Box 5005
Bay Pines, FL 33744

US

Fax: 727-398-9585


What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.

Required Skills

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

The incumbent will provide dialysis care and treatment



1.  RN, BSN preferred. BLS required.

2.  License must be free and clear.

2.  Minimum of two years recent dialysis experience.

3.  Previous chronic and or acute dialysis experience required. 

4.  Able to prioritize and function effectively in high volume and crisis situations.

5.  Demonstrated knowledge of computer skills to enter and retrieve data.

6.  Positive interpersonal skills; ability to work well with all disciplines.

7.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.

You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position.

You must have a certification, licensure, or registration credentials in Registered Nurse for this position. In some cases, these may be substituted for experience and education.

You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.

Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.


Date Posted: April 9, 2008

Job Details

Job Location

Candidate Application

Employer: Department Of Veterans Affairs Address: Contact:
Job Type: Full-time City: Hialeah
Experience:Any State: Florida
Education: College Zip Code:33012 Online: Website Link

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range:  44,204.00 - 89,395.00 USD per yearSalary and Grade to be determined by the Nurse Professional Standards Board

Benefits

You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.

Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA

You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA


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