These Patient Care Technician positions are located within the Clinical Center Nursing Department (CCND), at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Clinical Center (CC), in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Patient Care Technician reports directly to a Nurse Manager for a patient care area within the CCND and works under the delegation of a Clinical Research Nurse.

Duties

The focus at the CC is on early phase and first -in-human clinical trials and on the study of rare diseases makes it possible to rapidly translate scientific observations and laboratory discoveries into new approaches for diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease. The National Institutes of Health Clinical Center leads the nation in implementing a specialty practice model for Clinical Research Nursing which defines the roles and contribution of nurses providing care to research participants. If you want to play a significant role supporting the vision at the Clinical Center in leading the Nation in implementing a specialty practice model for Clinical Research Nursing, then consider joining our team! For more information, visit http://www.cc.nih.gov/ . Patient Care Technician opportunities are available in the following clinical specialty areas: Medical Surgical Specialties Service Neuroscience, Behavioral Health, and Pediatrics Service Nursing Operations Service Oncology and Critical Care Service For specific unit descriptions please follow the link below: https://www.cc.nih.gov/nursing/about/patient_care_areas.html Duties: If you are selected for this position your responsibilities will include: Assisting patients with Activities of Daily Living, such as grooming, bathing, and meals. Constantly monitors stock to ensure the supplies are being utilized within the proper time limitations. Promptly identifies, removes, reports and disposes of outdated and/or contaminated supplies. Assists patients or other health care team members with prescribed interventions, such as ambulating, therapeutic exercises, and aseptic dressing changes. Reinforces patient instructions in the proper technique of various self- administered treatments such as aerosol therapy, postural drainage, intermittent positive breathing exercises, etc., and documents the activities performed. Collects specimens for clinical and/or research care and handles and delivers in accordance with prescribed protocols. Obtains and records vital signs; temperature, blood pressure, height/weight, and reports any abnormal findings to the clinical nurse. Performs phlebotomy, electrocardiograms and other procedures after completion of certification and/or training and competency validation completed. Utilizes automated equipment and assistive transport devices safely. Reinforces policies and procedures to patient and families in conjunction with the clinical nurse teaching. Delivers safe patient care in accordance with Nursing Department standards of Practice and assists in monitoring the environment of care.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• This position is designated as Tier 1 Emergency Essential. See Additional Information section for specific details on this designation.
• If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• This position requires weekend hours, night shifts, regular or rotational shifts, and holiday hours.
• Position can be filled at Full -Time or Part-Time basis. Part-Time is up to 32 hours per week.
• You must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 35 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-7 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-6 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Administering tests and procedures to include measuring height and weight, EKGs, finger stick for glucose monitoring; collecting specimens such as 24 hour urine, specific gravity test, and performing patient positioning, wound care and 1:1 observation; performing point of care patient testing; and setting up a variety of specialty patient care equipment, (i.e., automated blood pressure devices, EKG rhythm strips, 12 lead EKGs, specialty beds and ceiling lift devices); caring for patients on enhanced precautions through the use of Personal Protective Equipment (i.e., use of an N95 mask, donning and doffing clothing for use in isolation). You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12228208

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: NIH HR Service Desk Branch E
• Email: [email protected]