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Job Description - Occupational Health Nurse

Primary Function

Responsible for various patient care and occupational health and safety services provided in MedPro Group and at employer-site operations.

Reports to:

MedPro Group Services Manager, Medical Director

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs duties of registered nurse of MedPro Group
• Provide clinical health care services to employees for both occupational and personal illnesses and injuries, following established clinical policies, procedures and protocols of MedPro Group, consistent with licensure.
• Collaborate, document and communicate with appropriate provider, employer, employee, MedPro management and marketing personnel, and authorized third party representatives concerning the care, medical case management and disability case management of employee illnesses and injuries.
• Promote and participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of programs concerning the health and safety of the employer work place and work force.
• Participate and/or manage, to the fullest extent possible, programs and activities concerning employer compliance with OSHA and other regulations concerning work place health and safety.
• Deliver all services in a manner which promotes MedPro Group and employer-site personnel as professionals dedicated to the cost-effective advancement of the common goals of labor and management - a healthy, safe and productive work force.
• Collaborate with the occupational health services manager, MedPro Group and other service providers in performing and providing the services as determined by the on-site medical services agreement between the employer and MedPro Group.
• Monitor and track injuries and illnesses and help develop and implement strategies to minimize future occurrences as well as the costs of such occurrences to both the employer and employee.
• Provide testing and training services related to regulatory compliance including but not limited to CPR, first aid, blood borne pathogens, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, ergonomics and substance abuse.

Core Competencies:

• Minimum education: Nursing degree or diploma.
• Minimum experience: One to two years patient care with preferred experience in occupational health services field.
• Required certification/licensure:

• Registered nurse licensed in state of operation.
• Industrial spirometric technician, as necessary.
• Industrial audiometric technician., as necessary.
• CPR and first aid instructor.
• Certified for qualitative respirator fit testing, as necessary.
• Certified breath alcohol technician, as necessary.
• Prefer certification as occupational health nurse.

4. Special knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with employer management, labor representatives, and other third party representatives in a variety of situation.
• Ability to monitor and analyze records and trends to develop an understanding of situations and develop and promote strategies for improvement.
• Requires judgment and action that impacts the coordination of office activities for patient care and client services.
• Must possess strong medical assessment and clinical care skills.
• Must possess working knowledge of occupational and safety issues.
• PC literacy skills.

5. Physical demands:

• Extensive or prolonged standing and walking.
• Occasional stooping, bending, reaching and crouching positions.
• Extensive sitting.
• Lifts or transfers of patients, infrequently.
• Use of hands, adequate vision and hearing.
• Lift file boxes.
• Automobile travel.

6. Working conditions:

• Regularly exposed to blood borne pathogens.
• Occasional exposure to infectious and contagious diseases.
• Client contracted/determined hours, occasional overtime.
• Medical office and manufacturing environments.
• Automobile travel.

The aim of this statement is to describe the general duties, responsibilities and qualifications for persons classified within this position. It should not be interpreted as a complete list of all duties performed by individuals with this position title. Further, it should not be interpreted as a list of duties that each individual with this title will be required to perform on a daily basis.

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Provides physician extender services to patients in the Occupational Health Department based on DCH Healthcare System policies and procedures in collaborations with the physicians.

1. Provides diagnostic and assessment services which includes performing pre-employment, annual and DOT History & Physical Examinations for adult patients in the Occupational Health Department.
2. Works in collaboration with other health care providers and collaborating/contractual physicians.
3. Performs assessment, diagnosis, orders treatment, and documentation of minor injuries – including but not limited to treatment of sprains/strains, application of splints/immobilizers, suturing/stapling lacerations, applying tissue adhesives, wound care, removal of sutures and staples, and patient education.
4. Prescribing non-narcotic medications.
5. Orders diagnostic tests and treatments – Radiology, Laboratory, PT/OT, Neurodiagnostics.
6. Receives laboratory and radiology reports and communicates results to the patient.
7. Communicates with outside physicians and client companies concerning treatment plans.
8. Referral of patients for continued treatment to specialty physicians or ancillary services.
9. Performs basic and/or advanced nursing tasks, including but not limited to PFT, Drug and Alcohol Screening, Audiogram, Lab Test, EKG, Vision Screening, administration of IM injections, administration and interpretation of TB skin test.
10. Performs eye irrigation.
11. Performs incision and drainage of abscesses.
12. Removal of foreign bodies, ears, nose, eyes and extremities.
13. Teaches, supervises and counsels patients and significant others regarding educational needs as appropriate to diagnosis.
14. Serves as a resource for occupational health staff.
15. Maintains a safe, clean and JACHO compliant work environment.
16. Attends in-service programs, all mandatory required training/education and unit/department/service meetings.

DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

• MSN Required. Appropriate CRNP certification required. Two years outpatient or ambulatory care experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Overview

Provides physician extender services to patients in the Occupational Health Department based on DCH Healthcare System policies and procedures in collaborations with the physicians.

Responsibilities

Provides diagnostic and assessment services which includes performing pre-employment, annual and DOT History & Physical Examinations for adult patients in the Occupational Health Department. Works in collaboration with other health care providers and collaborating/contractual physicians. Performs assessment, diagnosis, orders treatment, and documentation of minor injuries - including but not limited to treatment of sprains/strains, application of splints/immobilizers, suturing/stapling lacerations, applying tissue adhesives, wound care, removal of sutures and staples, and patient education. Prescribing non-narcotic medications. Orders diagnostic tests and treatments - Radiology, Laboratory, PT/OT, Neurodiagnostics. Receives laboratory and radiology reports and communicates results to the patient. Communicates with outside physicians and client companies concerning treatment plans. Referral of patients for continued treatment to specialty physicians or ancillary services. Performs basic and/or advanced nursing tasks, including but not limited to PFT, Drug and Alcohol Screening, Audiogram, Lab Test, EKG, Vision Screening, administration of IM injections, administration and interpretation of TB skin test. Performs eye irrigation. Performs incision and drainage of abscesses. Removal of foreign bodies, ears, nose, eyes and extremities. Teaches, supervises and counsels patients and significant others regarding educational needs as appropriate to diagnosis. Serves as a resource for occupational health staff. Maintains a safe, clean and JACHO compliant work environment. Attends in-service programs, all mandatory required training/education and unit/department/service meetings.

DCH Standards:

* Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
* Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
* Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
* Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
* Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
* All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* MSN Required. Appropriate CRNP certification required. Two years outpatient or ambulatory care experience preferred.
* BLS and ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
* Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

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Summary

About the Position: This position is located at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton in Camp Pendleton, California.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

A recruitment incentive may be authorized.

Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

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About the Position: This position is located at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton in Camp Pendleton, California.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

A recruitment incentive may be authorized.

Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

10/03/2025 to 10/14/2025

Salary $131,150 to - $166,559 per year Pay scale & grade GS 11

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Camp Pendleton, CA

Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - Up to 20% Business Travel required. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

* 0610 Nurse

Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

Trust determination process

* Credentialing
* Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes

Announcement number HSJG FY DHA Control number

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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* Promote health and reduce the risk of illness arising from individual-to-job relationships.
* Interview employees to develop health histories for job-related examinations.
* Arrange for pre-placement physical examinations and determine abnormalities to recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional or mental problems.
* Collaborate with the Occupational Health Physician in developing objectives, standards, and policies to ensure the delivery of comprehensive occupational health services.
* Maintain records of visits and observations of symptoms and write reports of findings and recommendations.
* Make visits to work sites to become familiar with the work operations, promote communication with employees and supervisors, and encourage utilization of personal protective equipment and other safety measures for the employees.
* Coordinate periodic follow-up health examinations and tests; interpret the results in regard to specific hazards.

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Conditions of employment

* Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
* A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
* This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
* Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
* This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
* A pre-placement medical examination is required.
* Moderate to heavy lifting up to 25 pounds is required.
* Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
* Applicants must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirement for Nurse (Occupational Health):

Degree: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.).

Licensure: A current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States; and you must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination.

Foreign Degree: 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.

Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before. Note: You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Education/Experience: A diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and possession of at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or above) which includes providing occupational health services, promoting health & disease prevention, and providing patient or staff education. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

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Education: A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field.

Education

See Qualifications section for education requirements.

Additional information

* Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
* You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
* One year trial/probationary period may be required.
* Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
* Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
* Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
* Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
* If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
* Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
* Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

* Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
* For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
* Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
* If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
* For additional information, to include formatting tips, see: What to include in your resume.

2. Other supporting documents:

* Cover Letter, optional
* Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
* Transcripts: This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses.
* License/Certification: This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

* The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/14/2025to receive consideration.
* To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application ( Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section.
* You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
* After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
* You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete.
* It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
* Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account ( all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: contact information

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If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

* Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
* For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
* Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
* If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
* For additional information, to include formatting tips, see: What to include in your resume.

2. Other supporting documents:

* Cover Letter, optional
* Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
* Transcripts: This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses.
* License/Certification: This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.