Nurse (Community Health)

The purpose of this Nurse (Community Health - Childhood Immunization) position is to assess, diagnose, investigate, identify outcomes, plan, implement and administer a comprehensive public health nursing program for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center and communities. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Registered Nurse Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Conduct community outreach in homes, schools, clinics, and other settings to identify unmet health needs and connect individuals and families with available services. Monitor community health trends, investigate communicable diseases and other health hazards, and recommend actions to protect population health. Assessing individual and family health needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and coordinating referrals and follow-up services in community settings. Provide health education and counseling to individuals, families, and community groups to promote disease prevention, chronic disease management, and informed health decisions. Evaluate nursing services and intervention outcomes, recommend improvements to standards of care, and prepare reports documenting community health activities.

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 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. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. 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/. This position will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and Veterans' Preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must substantively exceed the basic qualifications and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and any other requirements. 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.