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/.

Duties

This GS14 Supervisory Clinical Nurse opportunity is available in the following clinical specialty area: -3SEN Medical Oncology/ 3SE Day Hospital -OP1Dental/OP5 ENT & Neuro/OP9 Medical Specialties/5SW Day Hospital For a specific unit description please follow the link below: http://www.cc.nih.gov/nursing/about/patient_care_areas.html#medical Duties: If you are selected for this position your responsibilities will include: -Assessing, planning, directing, executing and evaluating a broad program of nursing activities in administration, practice, education and research within the pediatric program of care. -Developing and directing a program-based clinical management structure to assure continuity in clinical operations and research support. -Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing administration and nursing practice for the pediatric clinical areas. Identifying short term and long-term program goals in conjunction with departmental objectives, organizational strategic plan and annual operating budget. Directing the development of policies. Advising nursing executive team and CC senior leadership on issues and trends and the implication for pediatric nursing operations. -Continuously managing program performance to assure all research requirements and patientcare needs are met. Demonstrating the synthesis of outcomes driven program performance at the unit, department and organizational level. Monitoring and managing clinical quality, customer service, and assuring research support and operational efficiency are within budgetary requirements. - Developing, executing and evaluating structures for learning and execution of professional development and career planning that promotes professional nursing practice in clinical research. - Supervising clinical, administrative and clerical staff, through subordinate clinical leaders, on activities related to research protocols and specialty programs. Ensuring competency completion related to program of care. Reviewing and summarizing annual performance assessments conducted by team leaders. Making final decisions for electing and hiring staff at all levels within the program of care. - Integrating innovative design to advance the specialty of practice of clinical research nursing and the model of care. - Collaborating with Institute and organizational stakeholders to define major subspecialties supported by the program of care, review and plan for protocols, and evaluate progress of the research and the impact on clinical operations to suggest operational changes as needed. - Leading department and organizational strategic initiatives, programs or committee structures. Serving as an expert resource and liaison in support of shared governance committees and goals. - Serving as an expert resource in pediatric nursing and other health and research related issues. Networking with CC Department Heads and institute leaders to determine the need for organizational changes and improvements and formulating strategies to support these initiatives. - Representing the pediatric program of care to external entities including, but not limited to, professional organizations, societies and other institutions. Presenting pediatric research innovations, advances in clinical specialty or unit level evidenced based practice initiatives, via publications or podium presentations.

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.
• Position requires Education - please provide transcripts.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to lift and move items weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Selectee(s) are required to undergo a Pre-Employment Medical Screening.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to lift and move items weighing up to 35 lbs.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-14 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to meet the Basic Qualification Requirements for a Supervisory Nurse, GS-0610, you must: Have a graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program. 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: Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools. License: 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. AND You must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) or obtained licensure before the implementation of the NCLEX-RN. Individuals who have not passed the NCLEX-RN but meet all other qualification requirements will be subject to a comprehensive evaluation of both their education and experience prior to final appointment. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Directing and supervising Registered Nurses, technicians, and administrative staff, managing clinical resources and support activities for a nursing program; developing the annual plan, goals, and operating budget for a nursing program; evaluating the effectiveness of a nursing program; overseeing training nursing staff in the administration of clinical programs. Collaboratively works with the Nurse Managers to evaluate staff performance and take appropriate action as needed. Tracking, monitoring, and evaluating personal services contracts to ensure they are maintained within allotted budget and that services are rendered. 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/12390581

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. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

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