1,286 Infection Prevention Specialist jobs in the United States

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**Facility:** GSS KS Oberlin Decatur Cty
**Location:** Oberlin, KS
**Address:** 108 E Ash St, Oberlin, KS 67749, USA
**Shift:** Varies
**Job Schedule:** Part time
**Weekly Hours:** 20.00
**Salary Range:** $31.00 - $49.50
**Job Summary**
Work collaboratively with infection and prevention and control staff under leadership, to accomplish the goals and objective of the Infection Prevention program. Evaluation of infection control trends, practices, and provide educational programs for employees. Possess a basic understanding and working knowledge of microbiology and epidemiology. Responsibilities include surveillance of health care associated infections and reportable illness, evaluation and reporting of statistical information, consultation of asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, isolation, disease transmission and related issues. Monitors compliance standards and regulations, strategies, and evidence-based aspects. Evaluates and improves performance of patient/resident outcomes. Assists with research needs and special projects are assigned. Understand or be willing to learn computer programs and applications necessary for data collection and analysis. Possess good interpersonal skills as well as willingness to seek out new information and knowledge. Able to think critically and problem solve effectively.
**Qualifications**
Bachelor's degree in nursing, related clinical field, or graduate from an approved Masters of Public Health program preferred.
If degree is in nursing, graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
Two years' of experience in a healthcare field required.
If working in an Acute setting, Board of Certification in Infection Control (CIC) by the Certification Board of Infection Control, Inc. (CBIC) is required. If certification is not obtained at the time of hire, a full time employed incumbent is required to sit for the exam within 36 months from date of hire. A part time employed incumbent is required to sit for the exam within 48 months from date of hire. A 12-month extension is allowed from the date of the first exam. At the end of the 12 months, if certification has not been obtained, an action plan will be devised by leadership in consultation with human resources.
If working in a Post-Acute setting, completion of an approved Infection Prevention course by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is required.
If a licensed registered nurse (RN), currently hold an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state.
**Benefits**
The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .
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**Req Number:** R-0228955
**Job Function:** Quality and Risk Management
**Featured:** No

**Job Description:**
Seeking a medical professional to serve as Infection Prevention Specialist at Essentia Health - Virginia in Virginia, MN or St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota. This employee works Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, 40 hours per week. Occasional weekends on call are required.Works collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team to assure the safety of patients, personnel, visitors, and the community. Responsibilities include compiling, analyzing, and disseminating infection prevention data, reviewing and recommending changes in practice when indicated, and providing education consistent with best practice standards and requirements of regulatory agencies, e.g., TJC, OSHA, and the goals and mission of Essentia.
**Education Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in healthcare, or an RN with an ADN and the ability to complete BSN within 1 year of hire.
**About Essentia Health:**
We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people's lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: Benefits are exceptional and include:**
· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
· Paid Time Off
· 401k (with Essentia Health annual match)
· Health and Dental Insurance
· Life and Disability Insurance
· Adoption Assistance
· Relocation reimbursement for qualifying positions
**Licensure/Certification Qualifications:**
+ CIC certification is required within 2 years of hire.
+ 2 years clinical experience in a patient care setting (prefer inpatient/hospital setting), medical lab, public health, infection prevention, or closely related field.
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-000.
**Job Location:** Essentia Virginia Hospital
**Shift Rotation:** Day Rotation (United States of America)
**Shift Start/End:** 8:00 AM/4:30 PM
**Hours Per Pay Period:** 72
**Compensation Range:** $69826 - $104749 / year
**Union:**
**FTE:** 1
**Weekends:** Occasional (On-call)
**Call Obligations:** Yes
**Sign On Bonus:**
It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.

**Employment Type:**
Full time
**Shift:**
Day Shift
**Description:**
**TRINITY HEALTH LIVONIA** is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, Trinity Health Livonia continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services. Trinity Health Livonia has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance and efficiency.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, Medical Technology, or other health science.
+ For BSN, requires current Registered Nurse license in the State of Michigan.
+ Hold current Certification in Infection Control & Epidemiology (CIC) or must obtain within 36 months (3 years) of hire.
+ Two or more years experience in a healthcare facility, ideally with some of this in infection prevention and control.
+ Knowledge and experience with adult education, familiarity and skill using software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
+ Expected to complete a minimum of 4 contact hours of continuing education per year
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**
**Epidemiologic Methods**
Utilize computer-based software, electronic information systems, potential error reporting systems, etc., to assist with identification of HAIs or identify other possible safety problems. Design, collect, analyze, manage and report findings from surveillance to appropriate personnel and departments to lower frequency and ultimately prevent HAIs. The scope of this activity should encompass all facilities and health services, under the auspices of the hospital, to include but not limited to the ambulatory care network. Apply findings from surveillance to assess effectiveness of the SPCI & Patient Safety Programs and measure the impact of infection prevention and related performance improvement initiatives. Investigate, report and respond to increasing frequency, clusters, sentinel events, or outbreaks of HAI(s) and other communicable diseases.
**Education, Training & Consultation for Healthcare Personnel, Patients & Visitors**
Develops and conducts education programs and other information including but not limited to printed and electronic involving prevention of infection. Specific education includes but is not limited to orientation to infection prevention & control, aseptic technique, standard & transmission-based precautions, immunization, sharps injury prevention, hand hygiene, and equipment and environmental cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. Apply critical thinking skills, risk assessment, and scientific evidence to enhance infection prevention and patient care practices.
**Performance Improvement, Communications, & Representation**
Develops, reviews, evaluates, implements and revises System policies, procedures, and work practices that are consistent with scientific evidence and/or guidelines - as applicable- and which are based on risk assessment for the hospital and overall goals of the SPCI program. Assures integration and collaboration of infection prevention with the healthcare facilities overall patient safety / performance improvement program. Provide consultation and or education for healthcare personnel on potential and identified infection control problems. Distribute findings from surveillance and other activities, policies/procedures, guidelines, etc., and make recommendations to appropriate individuals, committees, departments, and units Provide consultation to organizational leadership, risk management, other committees, and department leadership on issues relating to infection prevention and control Serve on committees, collaborative quality improvement councils, etc., such as Quality & Patient Safety Committee and Environment of Care to facilitate communication and integration of infection prevention and control practices. Advises hospital on acquisition, safe and effective use of patient care products and equipment. Participates in notification and response to product recalls, public health advisories, and other issues related to diseases or possible infection control problems in the community served.
**Regulatory, Accreditation, Licensing, and Public Health Support Functions**
Facilitates reports of communicable diseases and other conditions to public health agencies and serves as a liaison to public health on behalf of the System. Serves as liaison and support activities of external organizations such as local and state public health, and regional and local emergency preparedness agencies. Support adherence by personnel and facilities with regulatory, licensure and accreditation requirements involving infection prevention and control. Serve and support Disaster preparedness planning and response involving infectious disease emergencies and participate in activation of the Healthcare Incident Command system (HICS) as needed. Participate in hazard vulnerability analysis and response plans for potential emergencies. Participate in proactive infection control risk assessment and provide infection control risk mitigation recommendations involving the environment of care (EOC) to include planning, design, renovation and new construction of facilities and areas plus response to problems impacting the safety of the EOC for patients, personnel and visitors.
**Employee Health**
Collaborate with Employee Health Services on pre-employment assessment, immunization practices, work restrictions. Provide consultation to EHS and personnel involving possible and known exposure to infectious diseases and post-exposure management. Support identification, evaluation, and acquisition of sharps injury prevention equipment. Assist with analysis of trends on occupational exposure incidents and support strategies to improve personnel safety. Provide recommendations on safe use and related environmental controls for chemical disinfectants, hand hygiene products, and other equipment needed for patient care.
**BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY**
+ Competitive compensation
+ Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE
+ Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses! Click here for more details ( Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
+ Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ DailyPay - Choose to get paid every day! Learn more by visiting Free parking in proximity to your workplace.
**Our Commitment**
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran

**Employment Type:**
Full time
**Shift:**
Day Shift
**Description:**
**TRINITY HEALTH LIVONIA** is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, Trinity Health Livonia continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services. Trinity Health Livonia has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance and efficiency.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, Medical Technology, or other health science.
+ For BSN, requires current Registered Nurse license in the State of Michigan.
+ Hold current Certification in Infection Control & Epidemiology (CIC) or must obtain within 36 months (3 years) of hire.
+ Two or more years experience in a healthcare facility, ideally with some of this in infection prevention and control.
+ Knowledge and experience with adult education, familiarity and skill using software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
+ Expected to complete a minimum of 4 contact hours of continuing education per year
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**
**Epidemiologic Methods**
Utilize computer-based software, electronic information systems, potential error reporting systems, etc., to assist with identification of HAIs or identify other possible safety problems. Design, collect, analyze, manage and report findings from surveillance to appropriate personnel and departments to lower frequency and ultimately prevent HAIs. The scope of this activity should encompass all facilities and health services, under the auspices of the hospital, to include but not limited to the ambulatory care network. Apply findings from surveillance to assess effectiveness of the SPCI & Patient Safety Programs and measure the impact of infection prevention and related performance improvement initiatives. Investigate, report and respond to increasing frequency, clusters, sentinel events, or outbreaks of HAI(s) and other communicable diseases.
**Education, Training & Consultation for Healthcare Personnel, Patients & Visitors**
Develops and conducts education programs and other information including but not limited to printed and electronic involving prevention of infection. Specific education includes but is not limited to orientation to infection prevention & control, aseptic technique, standard & transmission-based precautions, immunization, sharps injury prevention, hand hygiene, and equipment and environmental cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. Apply critical thinking skills, risk assessment, and scientific evidence to enhance infection prevention and patient care practices.
**Performance Improvement, Communications, & Representation**
Develops, reviews, evaluates, implements and revises System policies, procedures, and work practices that are consistent with scientific evidence and/or guidelines - as applicable- and which are based on risk assessment for the hospital and overall goals of the SPCI program. Assures integration and collaboration of infection prevention with the healthcare facilities overall patient safety / performance improvement program. Provide consultation and or education for healthcare personnel on potential and identified infection control problems. Distribute findings from surveillance and other activities, policies/procedures, guidelines, etc., and make recommendations to appropriate individuals, committees, departments, and units Provide consultation to organizational leadership, risk management, other committees, and department leadership on issues relating to infection prevention and control Serve on committees, collaborative quality improvement councils, etc., such as Quality & Patient Safety Committee and Environment of Care to facilitate communication and integration of infection prevention and control practices. Advises hospital on acquisition, safe and effective use of patient care products and equipment. Participates in notification and response to product recalls, public health advisories, and other issues related to diseases or possible infection control problems in the community served.
**Regulatory, Accreditation, Licensing, and Public Health Support Functions**
Facilitates reports of communicable diseases and other conditions to public health agencies and serves as a liaison to public health on behalf of the System. Serves as liaison and support activities of external organizations such as local and state public health, and regional and local emergency preparedness agencies. Support adherence by personnel and facilities with regulatory, licensure and accreditation requirements involving infection prevention and control. Serve and support Disaster preparedness planning and response involving infectious disease emergencies and participate in activation of the Healthcare Incident Command system (HICS) as needed. Participate in hazard vulnerability analysis and response plans for potential emergencies. Participate in proactive infection control risk assessment and provide infection control risk mitigation recommendations involving the environment of care (EOC) to include planning, design, renovation and new construction of facilities and areas plus response to problems impacting the safety of the EOC for patients, personnel and visitors.
**Employee Health**
Collaborate with Employee Health Services on pre-employment assessment, immunization practices, work restrictions. Provide consultation to EHS and personnel involving possible and known exposure to infectious diseases and post-exposure management. Support identification, evaluation, and acquisition of sharps injury prevention equipment. Assist with analysis of trends on occupational exposure incidents and support strategies to improve personnel safety. Provide recommendations on safe use and related environmental controls for chemical disinfectants, hand hygiene products, and other equipment needed for patient care.
**BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY**
+ Competitive compensation
+ Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE
+ Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses! Click here for more details ( Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
+ Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ DailyPay - Choose to get paid every day! Learn more by visiting Free parking in proximity to your workplace.
**Our Commitment**
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran

Our client is seeking a dedicated and highly competent Senior Infection Prevention and Control Specialist to join their healthcare team in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US . This vital role is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring programs aimed at preventing and controlling healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) across all facilities. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of epidemiology, infectious diseases, microbiology, and current best practices in infection control, along with proven leadership and analytical skills. Responsibilities include conducting surveillance for HAIs, analyzing infection data, and identifying trends to inform prevention strategies. You will be instrumental in developing and updating infection control policies and procedures, providing education and training to healthcare personnel, and consulting with clinical staff on infection control measures. Key duties involve ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines from organizations such as the CDC and CMS. The Senior Infection Prevention and Control Specialist will also participate in outbreak investigations, collaborate with environmental services and risk management, and lead initiatives to improve patient safety and outcomes. A strong understanding of sterilization, disinfection, and aseptic techniques is essential. The ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups, from frontline staff to executive leadership, is paramount. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on public health and patient safety within a leading healthcare organization. Join our client and contribute to a culture of safety and excellence in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate infection prevention and control programs.
• Conduct surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and antimicrobial resistance.
• Analyze infection data to identify trends and risk factors.
• Develop and update infection control policies and procedures based on evidence-based guidelines.
• Provide education and training to healthcare staff on infection control practices.
• Consult with clinical teams on patient management and isolation precautions.
• Participate in outbreak investigations and manage control measures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., CDC, CMS, OSHA).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote patient safety.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of infection control interventions.
• Advise on environmental cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization processes.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field.
• Current RN license is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in infection prevention and control in a healthcare setting.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required.
• In-depth knowledge of infectious diseases, epidemiology, and microbiology.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation of surveillance data.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and influence change in a healthcare environment.
• Experience with electronic health records and infection control software.

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**Job Location (Full Address):**
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
**Opening:**
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Time as Reported / Per Diem
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled
Department:
500026 SMH Infection Prevention
Work Shift:
Range:
UR URC 202 H
Compensation Range:
$17.00 - $22.10
_The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._
**Responsibilities:**
As the hand hygiene specialist, this employee will represent the Infection Prevention Department and perform secret shopper observations of hand hygiene, personal protective equipment {PPE), and other compliance audits and data collection as needed. Significant training is provided prior to independent work shifts.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Assigned to inpatient units throughout Strong Memorial Hospital. Non-sterile work environment in hospital setting geared towards patient care.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
- Answering and referring phone calls
- Organizing supplies and records; preparing
- Delivering, picking-up, sorting or distributing mail
- General knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Triage any questions or concerns back to the identified Infection Preventionist for appropriate follow-up
- Assist with data analysis and reporting to IPC and other committees
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Enrolled in high school or graduate, at least 16 years of age
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Arrive on time as scheduled
- Provide proper and timely notification to supervisor of scheduled and unscheduled absences; in accordance with department protocol
- Maintain professional appearance according to department dress code
- Take initiative to work independently with minimal direction
- Effectively communicate questions, concerns and suggestions to supervisor
- Work effectively with people of diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Adhere to standard procedures
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIP AA standard
- Understand and carryout oral and written instructions
- Perform other duties as assigned
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This position is located at one of the Service Unit Hospitals or clinics under the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, in the Division of Public Health. The primary purpose of this position is to perform 4 major functional areas of Community Intervention, Public Health education, Nursing Care, and Quality Management.

Note: This is an Open Continuous announcement, applicants will be referred when vacancies occur.

Summary

This position is located at one of the Service Unit Hospitals or clinics under the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, in the Division of Public Health. The primary purpose of this position is to perform 4 major functional areas of Community Intervention, Public Health education, Nursing Care, and Quality Management.

Note: This is an Open Continuous announcement, applicants will be referred when vacancies occur.

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

02/14/2025 to 01/31/2026

Salary $78,956 to - $26,446 per year

GS-07: 78,956 - 102,649 I GS-09: 83,528 - 108,584 I GS-11: 97,271 - 126,446

Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 11

Locations

Chinle, AZ

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Pinon, AZ

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Red Mesa, AZ

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Bloomfield, NM

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Crownpoint, NM

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Gallup, NM

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Shiprock, NM

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Tohatchi, NM

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Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type Multiple Work schedule Multiple Schedules Service Competitive

Promotion potential

11

Job family (Series)

* 0610 Nurse

Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)

Trust determination process

* Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status Yes

Announcement number IHS-25-NJ-12684927-DHA Control number 831623600

This job is open to

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

Native Americans

Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.

Clarification from the agency

The IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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* Design program plans to mobilize community partnerships and resources for a plan of action to address emerging infectious and communicable diseases and problems.
* Conduct and participate in community assessment to define interventions by identifying subpopulations at risk for disease and/or disability. Implement a surveillance method for community health trends and status. Evaluate health trends and risk factors.
* Provide health education to individuals, families and community groups in various settings. Inform, educate, and empower people to make appropriate and informed decisions about health issues.
* Develop, implements and evaluate plans of care. Consult with health care team members to administer the therapeutic measures as prescribed by the health team.

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Conditions of employment

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.

Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.

Adherence to the IHS Circular 2016-04 requiring Measles and Rubella, and seasonal influenza immunizations for staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities OR an exemption request will need to be submitted.

The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service.

On-call hours or standby duty may be required.

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Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):

Note: Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied.

Education: 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.

Degree from Foreign Nursing School: Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools.

Licensure: For all grade levels and positions, applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition, they must possess 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.

Basic Requirements for the GS-7 (or equivalent) Grade Level:

In addition to the above Basic Requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

* Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement provision;
* Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families. Experience in working with individuals, families, and communities as a population focus and applying a systems level perspective to factors that impact health; and, experience in providing nursing care services and assessment in a variety of settings such as: homes, schools, clinics, community centers, jails, detention centers, rural and remote Indian communities while focusing on improving population health in the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
* Possession of a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing and two full years of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least 2 years of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families. Experience in working with individuals, families, and communities as a population focus and applying a systems level perspective to factors that impact health; and experience in providing nursing care services and assessment in a variety of settings such as: homes, schools, clinics, community centers, jails, detention centers, rural and remote Indian communities while focusing on improving population health in the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
* Completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a professional nursing educational program.

Basic Requirements for the GS-9 (or equivalent) Grade Level:

In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

* Possession of a master's degree in professional nursing.
* Possession of a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level or above. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families; and perform home visits involving case findings, referral for treatment and follow-up care; plan and conduct community health programs; conducts surveys and studies to determine and appraise community health services; and maintain patient records and confidentiality of information.

Basic Requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) Grade Level:

In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

* Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field;
* Possession of a diploma, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree from a professional nursing educational program and least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: In addition to GS-09, experience in applying nursing theory and public health science to preserving and promoting the health of the population with the nature of the practice being continuous and comprehensive; Provide comprehensive and complex nursing care and community health nursing services in clinics, homes and schools; Incorporate evidence based, population based, comprehensive public health nursing services to address community needs including communicable disease control and prevention, epidemiological investigations, immunizations, obesity, reproductive health needs, family planning and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) screening, treatment and education. perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instructions to patients and families; perform home visits involving case-findings, referral for treatment and follow-up care; plan and conduct community health programs; conduct community health assessments; conduct surveys and studies to diagnose and investigate health problems in the community to identify potential problem/outbreak situations; and maintain patient records and confidentiality of information.

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred, not required.

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit information

Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.

This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.

Government Housing may be offered, based on location.

Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 1 year service agreement will be required.

Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov)

The Indian Health Service (IHS), National Health Service Corps (NHSC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) have student loan repayment programs for qualifying health disciplines. This is a competitive process separate from the hiring process. Opportunities for LRP are based on agency hiring priorities and availability of funds. For additional information please visit:

For IHS - NHSC - HRSA Nurse Corps - position has promotion potential to the GS-11 grade level. Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your demonstrated ability to perform the higher level duties, the continuing need for the higher level duties, and "Regulatory/Administrative" approval. Promotion to the next higher grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

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

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

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.

To determine if you are qualified for this position, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against the qualifications as defined in the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement and your responses to the assessment questions. You will be further evaluated/rated based on the information provided in your resume (your resume must state specific duties that relate to this position) and your responses to the assessment questions to determine your competency in the following.

* Customer Service (Clerical/Technical)
* Evidence Based Practice
* Healthcare
* Interpersonal Skills
* Medications
* Medicine
* Oral Communication
* Partnering
* Planning and Evaluating

Click here to view vacancy questions: All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 01/31/2026, to be considered.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number.

Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements:

Indian Preference Applicants: If claiming Indian preference, applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432, "Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions, see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: When an Indian Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide documentation in order to receive preference.

Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below: You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) although not required at the time of application. You must list your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

Licensure, Certifications: Applicants should list their license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

Superior Academic Achievement:

If claiming eligibility for Superior Academic Achievement, candidates must provide copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) must be included at the time of initial application. If unable to obtain transcripts, candidates must provide sufficient evidence to validate courses completed and credit hours earned. Eligibility is based on one of the following:

* Class standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision and based on completed courses.
* Grade-point average (G.P.A.) - Applicants must have a G.P.A. of: a.) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (''B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or b.) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
* Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society - Applicants can be considered eligible based on membership in one of the national scholastic honor societies listed here Association of College Honor Societies. Official transcripts may be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 01/31/2026

* The first Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for available vacant positions will be 15 days after the JOA open date.
* Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for 8 months and may be used at any time during this period. After 8 months, you must reapply to this announcement in order to be considered.

Summary

This position is located at one of the Service Unit Hospitals or clinics under the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, in the Division of Public Health. The primary purpose of this position is to perform 4 major functional areas of Community Intervention, Public Health education, Nursing Care, and Quality Management.

Note: This is an Open Continuous announcement, applicants will be referred when vacancies occur.

Summary

This position is located at one of the Service Unit Hospitals or clinics under the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, in the Division of Public Health. The primary purpose of this position is to perform 4 major functional areas of Community Intervention, Public Health education, Nursing Care, and Quality Management.

Note: This is an Open Continuous announcement, applicants will be referred when vacancies occur.

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

02/14/2025 to 01/31/2026

Salary $78,956 to - $26,446 per year

GS-07: 78,956 - 102,649 I GS-09: 83,528 - 108,584 I GS-11: 97,271 - 126,446

Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 11

Locations

Chinle, AZ

few vacancies

Pinon, AZ

few vacancies

Red Mesa, AZ

few vacancies

Tsaile, AZ

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Bloomfield, NM

few vacancies

Crownpoint, NM

few vacancies

Gallup, NM

few vacancies

Shiprock, NM

few vacancies

Tohatchi, NM

few vacancies

Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type Multiple Work schedule Multiple Schedules Service Competitive

Promotion potential

11

Job family (Series)

* 0610 Nurse

Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)

Trust determination process

* Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status Yes

Announcement number IHS-25-NJ-12684927-DHA Control number 831623600

This job is open to

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

Native Americans

Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.

Clarification from the agency

The IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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* Design program plans to mobilize community partnerships and resources for a plan of action to address emerging infectious and communicable diseases and problems.
* Conduct and participate in community assessment to define interventions by identifying subpopulations at risk for disease and/or disability. Implement a surveillance method for community health trends and status. Evaluate health trends and risk factors.
* Provide health education to individuals, families and community groups in various settings. Inform, educate, and empower people to make appropriate and informed decisions about health issues.
* Develop, implements and evaluate plans of care. Consult with health care team members to administer the therapeutic measures as prescribed by the health team.

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Conditions of employment

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.

Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.

Adherence to the IHS Circular 2016-04 requiring Measles and Rubella, and seasonal influenza immunizations for staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities OR an exemption request will need to be submitted.

The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service.

On-call hours or standby duty may be required.

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Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):

Note: Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied.

Education: 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.

Degree from Foreign Nursing School: Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools.

Licensure: For all grade levels and positions, applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition, they must possess 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.

Basic Requirements for the GS-7 (or equivalent) Grade Level:

In addition to the above Basic Requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

* Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement provision;
* Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families. Experience in working with individuals, families, and communities as a population focus and applying a systems level perspective to factors that impact health; and, experience in providing nursing care services and assessment in a variety of settings such as: homes, schools, clinics, community centers, jails, detention centers, rural and remote Indian communities while focusing on improving population health in the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
* Possession of a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing and two full years of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least 2 years of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families. Experience in working with individuals, families, and communities as a population focus and applying a systems level perspective to factors that impact health; and experience in providing nursing care services and assessment in a variety of settings such as: homes, schools, clinics, community centers, jails, detention centers, rural and remote Indian communities while focusing on improving population health in the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
* Completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a professional nursing educational program.

Basic Requirements for the GS-9 (or equivalent) Grade Level:

In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

* Possession of a master's degree in professional nursing.
* Possession of a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level or above. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families; and perform home visits involving case findings, referral for treatment and follow-up care; plan and conduct community health programs; conducts surveys and studies to determine and appraise community health services; and maintain patient records and confidentiality of information.

Basic Requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) Grade Level:

In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

* Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field;
* Possession of a diploma, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree from a professional nursing educational program and least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: In addition to GS-09, experience in applying nursing theory and public health science to preserving and promoting the health of the population with the nature of the practice being continuous and comprehensive; Provide comprehensive and complex nursing care and community health nursing services in clinics, homes and schools; Incorporate evidence based, population based, comprehensive public health nursing services to address community needs including communicable disease control and prevention, epidemiological investigations, immunizations, obesity, reproductive health needs, family planning and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) screening, treatment and education. perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instructions to patients and families; perform home visits involving case-findings, referral for treatment and follow-up care; plan and conduct community health programs; conduct community health assessments; conduct surveys and studies to diagnose and investigate health problems in the community to identify potential problem/outbreak situations; and maintain patient records and confidentiality of information.

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred, not required.

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit information

Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.

This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.

Government Housing may be offered, based on location.

Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 1 year service agreement will be required.

Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov)

The Indian Health Service (IHS), National Health Service Corps (NHSC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) have student loan repayment programs for qualifying health disciplines. This is a competitive process separate from the hiring process. Opportunities for LRP are based on agency hiring priorities and availability of funds. For additional information please visit:

For IHS - NHSC - HRSA Nurse Corps - position has promotion potential to the GS-11 grade level. Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your demonstrated ability to perform the higher level duties, the continuing need for the higher level duties, and "Regulatory/Administrative" approval. Promotion to the next higher grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

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

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

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.

To determine if you are qualified for this position, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against the qualifications as defined in the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement and your responses to the assessment questions. You will be further evaluated/rated based on the information provided in your resume (your resume must state specific duties that relate to this position) and your responses to the assessment questions to determine your competency in the following.

* Customer Service (Clerical/Technical)
* Evidence Based Practice
* Healthcare
* Interpersonal Skills
* Medications
* Medicine
* Oral Communication
* Partnering
* Planning and Evaluating

Click here to view vacancy questions: All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 01/31/2026, to be considered.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents

Required Documents

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Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number.

Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements:

Indian Preference Applicants: If claiming Indian preference, applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432, "Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions, see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: When an Indian Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide documentation in order to receive preference.

Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below: You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) although not required at the time of application. You must list your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

Licensure, Certifications: Applicants should list their license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

Superior Academic Achievement:

If claiming eligibility for Superior Academic Achievement, candidates must provide copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) must be included at the time of initial application. If unable to obtain transcripts, candidates must provide sufficient evidence to validate courses completed and credit hours earned. Eligibility is based on one of the following:

* Class standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision and based on completed courses.
* Grade-point average (G.P.A.) - Applicants must have a G.P.A. of: a.) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (''B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or b.) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
* Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society - Applicants can be considered eligible based on membership in one of the national scholastic honor societies listed here Association of College Honor Societies. Official transcripts may be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 01/31/2026

* The first Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for available vacant positions will be 15 days after the JOA open date.
* Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for 8 months and may be used at any time during this period. After 8 months, you must reapply to this announcement in order to be considered.

Locations: Chinle, AZ | Pinon, AZ | Red Mesa, AZ | Tsaile, AZ | Bloomfield, NM | Crownpoint, NM | Gallup, NM | Shiprock, NM | Tohatchi, NM

Type:Federal

Salary Range:Per Year

Open Period:2/14/2025 to 1/31/2026

Summary:To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Note: Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied. Education: 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. Degree from Foreign Nursing School: Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools. Licensure: For all grade levels and positions, applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition, they must possess 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. Basic Requirements for the GS-7 (or equivalent) Grade Level: In addition to the above Basic Requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement provision; Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families. Experience in working with individuals, families, and communities as a population focus and applying a systems level perspective to factors that impact health; and, experience in providing nursing care services and assessment in a variety of settings such as: homes, schools, clinics, community centers, jails, detention centers, rural and remote Indian communities while focusing on improving population health in the environments where people live, work, learn and play. Possession of a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing and two full years of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least 2 years of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families. Experience in working with individuals, families, and communities as a population focus and applying a systems level perspective to factors that impact health; and experience in providing nursing care services and assessment in a variety of settings such as: homes, schools, clinics, community centers, jails, detention centers, rural and remote Indian communities while focusing on improving population health in the environments where people live, work, learn and play. Completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a professional nursing educational program. Basic Requirements for the GS-9 (or equivalent) Grade Level: In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Possession of a master's degree in professional nursing. Possession of a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program and at least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level or above. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide comprehensive professional nursing, public health nursing, and public health theories, principles, practices, and procedures required to provide public health nursing services in clinics, homes, schools, and community environment; perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instruction to patients and families; and perform home visits involving case findings, referral for treatment and follow-up care; plan and conduct community health programs; conducts surveys and studies to determine and appraise community health services; and maintain patient records and confidentiality of information. Basic Requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) Grade Level: In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field; Possession of a diploma, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree from a professional nursing educational program and least one full year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of professional nurse experience obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: In addition to GS-09, experience in applying nursing theory and public health science to preserving and promoting the health of the population with the nature of the practice being continuous and comprehensive; Provide comprehensive and complex nursing care and community health nursing services in clinics, homes and schools; Incorporate evidence based, population based, comprehensive public health nursing services to address community needs including communicable disease control and prevention, epidemiological investigations, immunizations, obesity, reproductive health needs, family planning and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) screening, treatment and education. perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses; emergency care; counseling, guidance and health instructions to patients and families; perform home visits involving case-findings, referral for treatment and follow-up care; plan and conduct community health programs; conduct community health assessments; conduct surveys and studies to diagnose and investigate health problems in the community to identify potential problem/outbreak situations; and maintain patient records and confidentiality of information. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred, not required.

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Announcement #:IHS-25-NJ-12684927-DHA