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This position is located at the Chinle Service Unit, Tsaile Health Center, Nursing Services, Tsaile, Arizona. Incumbent improves patient care through the use of automation tools such as the computerization of clinical information to improve the standard of direct patient care. Incumbent reports to Supervisory Nurse. 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) Coordinates, implements, evaluates, and supports clinical software applications, including IHS Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) applications, to improve patient care and clinical operations.
Customizes and integrates clinical applications and site parameters, coordinating new software implementation and resolving integration issues across service lines and clinical software packages. Develops, coordinates, and provides clinical application training and ongoing support to end users, emphasizing accurate, secure, and effective use of EHR and other clinical information systems. Collaborates with Nursing Informatics, IRM, application coordinators, programmers, and clinical departments to test and refine software, troubleshoot problems, request enhancements, and maintain integrated clinical system operations.
Performs comprehensive professional nursing duties for patients of all ages, including assessment, triage, emergency treatment, medication administration, documentation, and operation of specialized medical equipment. Requirements: Selectee may be subject to a probationary period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a competitive vacancy announcement advertised under Direct Hire Authority.
Selections made under this vacancy announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would therefore be given new appointments to the civil service; however, benefits, time served, and all other Federal entitlements would remain the same. This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children.
Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.
A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.
Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support