Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics Nurse-Allied

Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics physician employment in New York : Nurse Practitioner- Pediatrics Ft Drum, NY Place of Performance:The work to be performed under this contract will be at Fort Drum MEDDAC Guthrie Ambulatory Clinic, NY . HCWs shall receive notification two weeks prior to the reassignment to another location with a 40-mile commuting radius of their assigned MTF. Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday, holiday falling on Sunday will be observed the following Monday. Any holidays that are declared by Presidential Executive Order shall be observed in the same manner as the holidays listed above. If the area in which a contract employee is scheduled to work is closed due to the holiday declared by an Executive Order and the employee is not required to report in, payment will not be made for those hours. Closures of the installation due to inclement weather or other such acts of God shall be handled in the same manner. The military may designate a weekday as a training holiday to coincide with a holiday weekend which would create a four-day holiday weekend (e.g. Thanksgiving weekend, Friday is a military training holiday). This may result in the closure of some of the clinics or departments, negating the need for contractor services on such days. Hours of Performance:The performance hours of the Military Treatment Facility (MTF) are as follows: Clinic Duty Hours are 8-hour shifts 0730 to 1630, which includes a 60-minute unpaid lunch period. Work Schedule:Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, with the exception of federal holidays. A 60-minute, unpaid lunch break is built in to the existing work schedule. Duty Hours:Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, with the exception of federal holidays. A 60-minute, unpaid lunch break is built in to the existing work schedule. On-Call Hours: N/A Overage Hours: N/A Call-Back Hours: N/A Scheduling:The schedule or scheduling process is as follows: The schedules are coordinated by the Primary Care Clinic Chief and are subject to change based on medical necessity and the scheduling needs of the Primary Care Clinic mission. Once the work schedule is set, no change will be made without notice to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for approval and Contractor concurrence. The Contractor Health Contract Workers (HCWs) will not be allowed to make-up for time not worked. All work performed under this contract will be completed at the MTF. Contractor HCW will not be allowed to telework or take work home. The Contractor working under this contract shall be paid only for the hours worked at the hourly rates established in the contract. The COR will be provided the Contractor HCWs schedule in advance. Payment to the Contractor will not be made for temporary work stoppage due to circumstances beyond the control of the MTF, such as acts of God, inclement weather, power outages, or temporary closing of facilities. Schedule Management: When directed by the Government, the HCW shall remain on duty to complete patient treatment where lack of continuity of care would otherwise jeopardize patient health. This provision is not intended to apply to the time required to complete routine tasks (e.g., completion of paperwork or routine administrative tasks at the end of a shift) which are to be completed as part of the normal work schedule. Recording HCW Time:Changes to the recording of HCW time identified in the contract PWS are as follows: In addition to the Recording HCW Time process outlined in the Base PWS, the HCW will be required to personally record hours worked in the Defense Medical Human Resources System internet (DMHRSi) system as required by the MTF. Closures: During a planned closure of the facility due to training, holiday or unplanned closure due to unusual and compelling circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, military emergencies, severe weather), the Contractor will be compensated only for the actual hours the HCW provided services MTF Training New Employee Orientation (New Comers Orientation)* All training listed in the Common Federal Training (CFT) List provided by the MTF** (i.e. Anti-Terrorism, OPSEC, etc.) All training assigned in the Relias site by the MTF** (i.e. Patient Safety, Blood Borne Pathogens, etc.) All mandatory training assigned by the MTF (Monthly Emergency Management Code training, Safety training, etc.) HCW shall complete all required specific training as directed by MTF and DHA Policy and regulations for the same civilian/military of the same qualification standards. Orientation will be scheduled by the COR Training Lists are updated regularly and are subject to change. HCW Health Requirements:The Contractor shall provide documentation certifying health requirements1202 Hallmark Drive, Ste 305 San Antonio TX 78216 P such as immunizations, annual vaccinations, medical testing (i.e., tuberculosis, N95 particulate respirator duckbill mask fitting) and physical examination when required at the time of initial placement. HCW shall complete all required specific training as directed by the MTF and DHA Policy and regulations for the same civilian/military of the same qualification standards. Core Duties Provide a full range of outcome-based nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated). Exhibit 5, Version 1.0 (4 Oct 22) Technically direct and teach other staff, provide evidenced-based educational lectures and participate in in-service training to staff members. Diagnose and treat patients with common acute conditions, chronic illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, clinical practice guidelines, Nurse Practice Acts, and/or in consultation with a physician. Promote preventive care and health maintenance including annual physicals, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling. Communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization. Recognize conditions that require isolation and ensure universal precautions are used in all patient encounters. Attend staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement and safety. Order diagnostic tests as applicable as well as request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated. Technically proficient in directing and teaching other medical staff, providing educational lectures and participating in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Such direction and interaction will adhere to Government and professional clinical standards and accepted clinical protocols. Have sufficient experience to be able to adequately diagnose and treat diseases and injuries to include, but not limited to, the following: Upper and Lower Respiratory Infections Ear, Eye, Nasal and Lung Infections, Minor Heart Disorders, Minor Allergic Reactions, Simple Hay Fever, Asthma, Eczema Have sufficient experience to be able to adequately perform medical procedures to include but not limited to, the following. Procedures expected of a GS or Active-Duty Service Member Pediatric Nurse Practitioner of equal training. Minimum Qualifications Degree/Education (5.2.4): Graduate degree or higher level degree in nursing from an accreditededucational program in the specialty of the position to be filled. The accrediting body must berecognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. Possess and Maintain Basic Life Support (5.2.3): Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS) Experience:The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner shall have one year experience as a pediatric nursepractitioner within the last two years prior to contract execution. Certification (5.2.6.4.4): Completion of a formal post-graduate certificate program in the relevantspecialty (postmasters certificate programs). National certification in specialty (i.e., certificationthrough the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) or the ANCC). Licensure/Registration: Contract workers requiring licensure shall have and maintain a current, valid, unrestricted license specific to the position (with no limitations, stipulations or pending adverse actions)in one of the 50 US States and/or territories. Additional licenses held by a provider must be in good standing whether they are inactive, expired, or limit the providers practice to a military setting. The healthcare providers license(s) must remain current, valid, and unrestricted throughout the duration of the contract worker performance on the contract. The DHA PM 6025.13, vol 4, is the governing directive for all licensure, registration, and certification. Adherence to the outlined requirements within the DHAPM 6025.13, vol. 4, shall be met. Legal Authorization to Work in the United States: HCWs performing under this contract must be a U.S. Citizen Shall be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate with all parties and other health care providers as determined by the MTF Commander or Contracting Officers Representative. Shall possess sufficient initiative, interpersonal relationship skills and social sensitivity such that he/she can relate constructively to a variety of patients from diverse backgrounds. Computer Skill Competency: Each HCW shall demonstrate competency as required in the contract and as follows: The HCW shall possess basic computer skills and medical software knowledge. (Electronic Medical Records GENESIS, Microsoft Office Products, Medical Readiness Tracking Applications, Workload Tracking Systems (DMHRSi) and others as mission dicates) Board Certified or Board Eligible Medical Doctor with or w/o US residency with current US work visa. #J-18808-Ljbffr