NEEDED: Registered Nurse – Occupational Health

LOCATION: 2500 Investigation Parkway, Quantico, Virginia 22135

SCHEDULE: Work hours may vary from day to day in order to accommodate the schedules of DEA training activities, as early as 5:00 AM and as late as 7:00 PM.

• Facility: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Clinic: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have completed RN training from a university, college, school, or nursing program that is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), National Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
• Pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
• Have and maintain active, current, unrestricted RN License in the jurisdiction of delivery of care.
• Maintain certification in BLSHCP and ACLS provider.
• Ability to obtain a hearing conversation technician certification and/or spirometry certification (if needed)
• Have at least two (2) years of previous clinical RN experience.
• Have and maintain valid state driver’s license.
• Have intact near and far visual acuity and accommodation, and intact manual dexterity skills, to perform job tasks and complete documentation
• Work within the scope of practice and state standards of the Registered Nurse (RN) in the State/Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Obtain professional development and training to remain knowledgeable regarding current trends, information, and practices.
• Responsible for expenses of license maintenance (biennial CEUs) and required certifications (i.e., BLSHCP/ACLS, spirometry, etc.)

JOB DUTIES: Duties shall include but are not limited to:

• Provide evaluation and treatment of ill and injured employees.
• Administer and interpret Mantoux tuberculin skin tests, perform screening evaluations, ECGs, venipuncture, and vision exams.
• Perform audiology and pulmonary function spirometry testing.
• Manage and perform clinical, administrative, and program duties, within designated scope, as assigned by physician.
• Work closely with DEA COR and DEA Clinic Administrator to manage clinic staff participation in TR events, medical logistics, reporting, and referrals to DEA resources.
• Triage patients, treat illness and injuries, and refer cases to off-site providers as needed.
• Counsel employees regarding health and wellness issues, test results, arranging/scheduling physical exams and tests and assisting in performance of exams.
• Manage and maintain health promotion programs, short term counseling and referrals to outside health and EAP resources.
• Maintain medical, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other documentation in print and electronic format.
• May be required to drive specially equipped emergency vehicle or other government vehicle to respond to emergencies, perform Automated External Defibrillator (AED) checks, or perform other duties as assigned.
• May be required to attend and provide medical support for scheduled high-risk activities of DEA students and staff (non-contract), such as physical training, testing, defensive tactics sessions, or challenging events. Some of these activities are conducted outdoors.
• Monitor MCBQ activity status (temperature determined) during outside activities occurring in hot or cold weather to anticipate weather-related trainee needs.
• Greet all patients who enter the clinic, discerning reason for the visit, triaging, if necessary, ensuring completion of routine paperwork for clinic visits, and retrieving a chart if it is available within the clinic or electronic database.
• Obtain patient vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and O2 saturation) for every encounter requiring an examination.
• Provide medical care for minor injuries or illnesses as per standing orders.
• Assist the Nurse Coordinator and Physician in providing any necessary patient care.
• Provide phlebotomy or establish intravenous fluid lines as needed.
• File all patient notes from a given day in charts by the end of that day.
• Dispense medications in accordance with standing orders.
• Maintain emergency and non-emergency equipment.
• Calibrate any equipment used in the clinic.
• Administer vaccines to DEA staff (non-contract), including Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, meningococcus, tetanus, TDaP, influenza.
• Respond to and provide emergency medical treatment in accordance with DEA standing orders for emergencies which occur inside or outside of the clinic.
• Answer telephone calls to the Academy Health Services Clinic and respond to requests appropriately, determine whether immediate action is required, and make complete notes regarding call backs.
• Maintain infection control in the clinic: ensure that examination rooms are cleaned after each use, cabinets are closed and locked, unused supplies are put away, and no trash is left on cabinets, tables, or floors.
• Complete daily log of patient visits, within Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.
• Ensure adequate stocking of forms and supplies.

Perform Phase I physical examinations:

• Schedule appointments for physical examination.
• Obtain charts for physicals from DEA Headquarters (if necessary).
• Prepare necessary paperwork and laboratory tubes and labels prior to the patient’s arrival.
• Perform tasks required for the Phase I exam: e.g. phlebotomy, urine sample collection, ECG, tuberculosis testing, vision testing, hearing testing, and pulmonary function tests when indicated.
• Organize all paperwork and test results in the patient chart.
• Provide organized chart to physician for review at least one day prior to the Phase II examination.
• Confirm availability of charts for incoming BATs.

Shall be physically able to:

• Walk moderate distances while carrying heavy packs of medical supplies.
• Assist with or transfer individuals of various weights/heights.
• Lift up to 30 pounds, required to move or transfer supplies and equipment, or to perform an ergonomic task.
• Bend, reach, stoop, squat, kneel, and grip to administer patient care and perform necessary employee tasks.
• Stand for long periods of time, have good mobility skills, and be able to walk moderate Distances.
• Sit for extended periods during meetings or while entering data/documenting.
• Communicate effectively with personnel and supervisors.
• Tolerate work in hot, cold, and inclement weather, and be able to adapt to changing weather conditions.
• Tolerate loud noises such as bangs, pops, and other simulated law enforcement training activities.

BENEFITS: Competitive hourly pay rate, accrued vacation, accrued sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, 401K opportunity, and healthcare benefits contribution.