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Summary About the Position This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Summary About the Position This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 02122026 to 07312026 Salary 116103 to - 150940 per year Pay scale & grade GS 12 Location Many vacancies in the following location Fort Leonard Wood MO Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - Business Travel may be required. Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None
Job family Series 0610 Nurse Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test Yes Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number HSJW-26-12889058-DHAS Control number 857584300
Help The public U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Duties Conduct and direct collaborative clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients from adolescence to beyond menopause in an obstetrics and gynecology department. Provide management and care for mothers and babies throughout antepartum intrapartum and delivery care, including vaginal obstetric deliveries, postpartum hemorrhage management, and routine post-partum care. Develop and implement a labor and delivery care plan, including initial evaluation, hospital admission, ongoing assessment of maternal and fetal status, labor progress, need for intervention, consultation, and patient/family education and support. Implement the patient therapeutic care plan with significant emphasis in the areas of patient/family education, assessment, and support. Formulate and evaluate clinical care standards and treatment programs for effectiveness in meeting patient needs. Conduct and participate in educational programs that improve Certified Nurse Midwifery practice.
Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination as determined by a completed background investigation. A Personnel Security Investigation is required. This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis. Selectees will be required to sign a statement Condition of Employment consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption. This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing. A pre-placement medical examination is required. Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position. Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support BLS certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification, e.g., ALS, does not supersede BLS. Tuberculosis testing is required. This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
Who May Apply US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. 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, student, social. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience if qualifying based on education; your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for Advanced Practice Nurse Midwife Degree A graduate or higher-level degree from an accredited professional nursing educational program in Midwifery 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. Note You must attach a copy of your transcript. Foreign Degree A degree from a 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 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. APRN Licensure A current active full and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse in the specialty of Midwifery or related specialty from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. Exemption You are exempt from the basic requirements above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0610 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017, or before. Applicants claiming this exemption must meet the requirement below. Note You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.
Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant. Active current registration as a professional nurse in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above to qualify for this position, you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below.
Professional Nursing Experience GS-12 One or more full years of professional nursing experience which includes performing physical exams and managing labor and childbirth and prescribing medications. This definition of professional nursing experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade level position in the federal service, GS-11. Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Education See Qualifications section for education requirements.
Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial-probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Payment of Permanent Change of Station PCS costs is authorized subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations. Payment of Permanent Change of Station PCS costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions. Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations. Position requires employee to wear a uniform and/or protective clothing.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Review our benefits
How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package, resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.
Please follow all instructions carefully when applying. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.
Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.
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