Practical Nurse (Outpatient)

<p>About the Position: This position is with the Defense Health Agency at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center located at Fort Hood, Texas. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized Student Loan Repayment may be authorized Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Initiate and maintain medical histories on patients; record observations; maintain timely and accurate documentation; identify symptoms; and report significant findings to the supervising nurse or physician.</p><p>Perform direct nursing care to clinic patients via telemedicine, virtual, and face-to-face care to include triage, procedures, nurse-managed protocols, medication management, and nursing assessments.</p><p>Prepare and deliver oral, topical, and injectable forms of medication while monitoring for, and responding to, side effects or adverse reactions.</p><p>Prepare patients for procedures, such as wound care, catheterizations, and respiratory therapies; set up necessary equipment; maintain sterile environments; and monitor patient responses during and after procedures.</p><p>Take an active role in supporting the healthcare team during emergency situations by assisting with resuscitations, stabilizations, and other critical interventions.</p><p>Assist in counseling and educating patients to include, but not limited to diet, personal hygiene, acute or chronic illness, wellness/preventative health measures, normal development, immunizations, and demonstrating proper use of medical devices.</p>