Practical Nurse

About the Position: This position ls located at 45th MDG Patrick AFB. The primary duty location for this position will be in pediatrics with the ability to float to other primary care clinics as patient demand requires.

• Prepares and positions patient for the procedure.
• Assists in performing exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Administer prescribed medications.
• Performs emergency procedures.
• Cleans and prepares equipment for sterilization.
• Collects and labels urine, sputum, blood, and stool specimens.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is designated as having regular and recurring contact with children under the age of 18 and is subject to requirements of DoDI 1402.05 and AR 600-78.
• This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a current Practical (Vocational) licensure with no limitations, stipulations or pending adverse actions in a state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia
• and participate in continuing education programs to update and/or maintain skills and knowledge to meet annual requirements for the state of licensure.
• This position requires Basic Life Support (BLS) training certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross.
• Current Advanced Life Support or other advanced certification does not supersede Basic Life Support completion.
• Required to be screened for and obtain necessary immunizations/vaccinations (hepatitis, influenza, etc.), unless exempted by a licensed physician.
• Required to lift up to 40 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. Pre-employment physical required and annually thereafter.
• Required to wear Personnel Protective Equipment.
• This position is required to work uncommon tours of duty hours such as, on-call, working either fixed or rotating shifts, evenings, weekends and/or holidays.