Job Description

Sanford Federal Inc. headquartered in Stafford, VA., is a premier, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that provides federal professional services, primarily engaged in providing advanced information technology, cyber security, management systems support, as well as business and infrastructure management services.

We are among the most innovative, respected, and ethical providers of technology solutions to the United States government. Our mission is to provide superior-quality, innovative, information technology solutions that help federal agencies best aid, serve, and protect the American people.

Job Title: Nurse Practitioners (NPs).

Job Summary: Sanford Federal Inc., requires specialty nursing staff for the beneficiaries of the Department of Veterans Affairs, to play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care, promoting health and well-being, and supporting medical professionals in delivering optimal treatment with the qualifications and experience described in the paragraphs below. Services include the full range of nursing care for inpatient and outpatient VA patients.

Place of Performance:

• Veteran Affairs San Diego Healthcare System

VASDHS San Diego,

92161 USA

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A current license in at least one (1) state, territory, or commonwealth in the U.S. or the District of Columbia.
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) by an American Health Association Vendor.
• Current certification in Advanced and Basic Life Support (ACLS/BLS).
• A minimum of one (1) year direct patient care experience within the last three (3) years. VA experience is desirable.

Duties and Responsibilities

General: In any area of assignment within the HCS, the NPs provide diagnosis, treatment, consultation, and follow-up patient care. NPs participate in the care of inpatient and outpatient clients in an independent and interdependent role as assigned by the NP Professional Leader or Chief of Patient Care Services.

Duties and Responsibilities: The NPs shall adhere to the policies of VASDHS which shall be provided by the Government upon assignment. The duties and responsibilities of the NP include:

• Executes position responsibilities independently and collaboratively in accordance with the scope and Standards of Nursing Practice within the specialty area.
• Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff.
• Effectively identifies, evaluates, and addresses disease prevention and health promotion issues while administering quality patient care.
• Demonstrate advanced assessment and decision-making skills.
• Maintains legible, accurate, and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations.
• Documents care/visit in CPRS appropriately, accurately, and concisely. Utilizes POE.
• Follows clinical guidelines and standards of practice as provided by VASDHS for health promotion, maintenance, and illness prevention.
• Completes health histories and other clinical documentation consistently and with pertinent information.
• Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.
• Care and treatment plans are consistent with assessments. Orders and interprets diagnostic tests appropriately.
• Selects/furnishes (prescribes) or recommends pharmacological agents and durable medical equipment appropriately.
• Sets priorities to provide care in an organized and timely manner.
• Presents cases in a concise, organized manner. Participates in professional development.
• Evaluates own performance according to the Advance Practice Nurse (APN) Scope of Practice standards of professional and regulatory bodies and takes actions to improve practice.
• Maintains mandatory requirements and competency standards.
• Treats staff, patients and family with respect and dignity.
• Uses clinical research techniques in decision-making and in making recommendations. Identifies and documents appropriate International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding for patient encounters.
• Educates patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• For Mental Health NP assignments will maintain panel of patients providing comprehensive Mental Health Evaluation and follow up care.

HOURS OF OPERATION

VA Business Hours: Various tours of duty which may include day, evening, nights, weekends, holidays and on-calls with up to and including a 12-hour shift.

Note: Please submit your most up-to-date resume. Please be sure to highlight your relevant experience.

Why FAR GROUP?

You can take pride in working for a company dedicated to serving our government by providing the best, most cost-effective solutions for the US Government. Our work helps the US Government secure our nation, support the efforts of our military and intelligence communities, and provide lifesaving medical services to our soldiers, vets, and their families.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $80.00 - $90.00 per year

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person

Experience:

• Direct patient care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
• A current license in at least one (1) state in the U.S (Required)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required)
• Advanced and Basic Life Support (Required)

Work Location: In person