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Job Summary:

This position is located in the department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), Health Services Administration (HSA) Division. The Health Services Administration Division is responsible for the design, development, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of a 24 hour comprehensive continuum of quality adolescent medical and behavioral health care services and supports, including screening/assessments, early detection and prevention services, treatment, counseling, dental, vision and services for detained and committed youth residing at the Youth Services Center (YSC) or New Beginnings Youth Development Center (NBYDC).

The Nurse Practitioner also coordinates and links with community-based health care providers with the capabilities and capacity to meet the ongoing medical and behavioral health needs of youth upon their release from DYRS’ secure care. The position provides primary health care for detained and committed youth residing at the Youth Services Center (YSC) or New Beginnings Youth Development Center (NBYDC). The Nurse Practitioner works under the general administrative direction and guidance of the Supervisory Nurse Practitioner.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

The Nurse Practitioner participates in the planning of facility-based nursing programs; develops standards of nursing care and monitors the quality of care daily, and coordinates nursing care activities. The incumbent participates in delivering and coordinating medical and nursing services at DYRS medical clinics, especially in the evenings and weekends to provide assessments diagnosis and treatment.

Additionally, the Nurse Practitioner will also provide emergency and primary care for trauma cases, including suturing; and provides prenatal diagnosis and coordinate prenatal and postnatal care in the community. Incumbent takes medical histories, conducting physical examinations, laboratory tests and communicate results to relevant medical personnel. Provides guidance and health instruction to youth and families; recommends case findings and referrals for treatment and follow-up. Serves as the chairperson of assigned nursing committees in coordination with supervisor, orient newly assigned personnel.

Qualifications and Education:

A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program 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.

For Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) positions, applicants must possess a graduate or higher level degree in nursing from an accredited educational program in the area of expertise or specialty indicated by the position.

Areas of specialties for positions include, but are not limited to, Acute Care, Anesthesia, Community Health, Family, Geriatric, Home Health, Midwifery, Neonatal, Oncology, Pediatric, Psychiatric, Allergy and Immunology, Women’s Health, Cardiovascular, Dermatology, Occupational Health, Orthopedic, Respiratory, or other specialties identified for the position.

Specialized Experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Applicants must have a least one or more full years of professional nursing experience that is equivalent to the next lower grade level.

Licenses and Certifications:

For all grade levels and positions, applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition, they must possess 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.

Additional License Requirements for Advanced Practice Nurse Positions: Applicants for Advanced Practice Nurse positions must be licensed or registered by a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States in the clinical specialty required by the position.

Working Conditions / Environment:

Work may be performed in client's homes, inpatient facilities, clinics, correctional settings and other non-traditional settings. The incumbent may be required to work with emotionally disturbed or potentially hostile clients who may have communicable diseases. Such situations may require the nurse to take specific safety precautions.

Other Significant Facts:

Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday (work hours may vary). Incumbent may be required to work rotating shifts, be on call in emergency situations such as natural and environmental disasters, and public health emergencies, depending on work location assignments and program requirements.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0610-12

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is part of a union and covered under District of Columbia Nurses collective bargaining unit.

Duration of Appointment: Career Services-Regular Appointment.

Position Designation: The incumbent in this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel regulations, Suitability. This position has been designated as a safety-sensitive position.

Essential Designation: This position is designated as Essential pursuant to Chapter 12 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, Hours of Work, Legal Holidays, and Leave.

Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present document (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.