Introduction:

Sanford Federal, Inc. (SANFORD) 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, cybersecurity, 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 Overview:

Sanford Federal is looking for a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical to support the mission of the Pittsburg VA Healthcare System.

Job Details:

• Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical
• Location: VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS) UD Division, University Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15240
• Schedule: Full-time.

Requirements & Skills:

• Must possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or an Associates Degree or Diploma from a National League for Nurses (NLN) accredited program.
• Have been actively practicing as a registered nurse in an acute or long-term setting for at least the last two years.
• Must be knowledgeable of the nursing care needs of patients as it relates to medical/surgical diagnosis.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of wound prevention of care.
• Have and maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.

Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assess patient post-op meds and develops the sound plan of care based on assessment.
• Provide IV care based on medical center policies.
• Perform accuchecks.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations including code blue cardiac arrest); Code White (aggressive patients); Code Red (fire); Code Black (disaster).
• Appropriately assess the need for safety devices and utilize same in accordance with policy.
• Provide patient health education to patients and families regarding current treatment, health issues, and patient/family concerns in accordance with the educational level of the patient/family.
• Comply with documentation standards. Administers medications in accordance with medical center policies via B.C.M.A.
• Provide guidance to paraprofessional and nonprofessional staff.
• Be able to care for patients withdrawing from alcohol, responding to significant symptoms, and maintaining patient safety during detoxification.
• Direct care of the patient in restraints, assessing for physical needs i.e., nutrition, hydration, toileting, and range of motion exercises.

Why choose Sanford Federal?

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.

Sanford Federal, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.