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The USGS National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC), within the Midcontinent Region of the USGS, provides technical assistance and leadership for addressing health issues involving resources under Department of the Interior stewardship, and fosters partnerships with federal, state, and other agencies to address wildlife health as a component of ecosystem health. The Center investigates infectious diseases and other diseases affecting a broad spectrum of wildlife by a multi-disciplinary team of specialists who provide an integrated program of disease diagnosis, field response, technical assistance, research, training, and support services. The Center's research focuses on understanding the ecology of wildlife disease to identify connections between affected host species, the disease agent, and environmental factors. Our programs aim to use this information to develop effective disease prevention and control strategies to assist resource managers to improve the health of wildlife populations.

The NWHC provides diagnostic investigation services to determine causes of wildlife morbidity and mortality events. These services include expertise in pathology, microbiology, virology, parasitology, and toxicology; and use microbiological, molecular-biological, and descriptive techniques to identify and characterize agents of infectious disease in wildlife. The effects of emerging wildlife diseases are global and profound, and can cause economic and agricultural impacts, loss of human lives, declines in wildlife populations, and ecological disturbances. The NWHC works to safeguard our Nation's wildlife- by studying the causes and drivers of wildlife disease threats, and by developing strategies to prevent and manage them.

As a Veterinary Medical Officer (Pathologist) within the National Wildlife Health Center, some of your specific duties will include:

• Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team to investigate, diagnose, and resolve wildlife morbidity/mortality events.
• Conducts postmortem examinations of wildlife submitted for cause-of--death investigation.
• Conducts microscopic examination of animal tissues, records and interprets histologic findings, and reviews and interprets lab test results.
• Determines significance of findings and prepares diagnostic reports appropriate for submitter and other relevant Center partners.
• Independently performs or provides support to studies including a focus on the pathology of wildlife diseases. Projects address critical science problems related to wildlife population health, disease control, and prevention.

• The incumbent will be part of a team of USDA-ARS, university, and industry collaborators who are examining the value of alfalfa in dairy cow rations. Specific research objectives for the incumbent include:
• 1) Evaluate the inclusion of alfalfa in the diets of high-producing dairy cows on performance, nutrient digestibility, and environmental impact.
• 2) Evaluate the impact alfalfa quality in the diets of high-producing lactating cows on production, nutrient digestibility, and nutrient excretion to the environment.
• 3) Compare these in vivo results with estimates of results predicted by in vitro laboratory analyses to better define forage quality.

Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in the unit/program level quality improvement process and initiatives as well as customer service programs.

The Primary Care RNCM works with the Primary Care and Specialty Services to develop and implement comprehensive patient care for adult/geriatric patient population assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating activities and programs. The RN/Care Manager:

• Provides support to providers daily: coordinating dual care with community and other VA facilities: ensuring all needed records, tests and other information is available to provider at time of appointment to allow provider to focus on treatment plan and Veteran questions in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Responsible for PACT coordination, including panel management, triage of patients, patient education, monitoring of patient progress toward predetermined goals and timely follow-up.
• Utilizes and follows Primary Care Nurse Protocols and clinic process SOPs to improve efficiency and care delivery.
• Works closely with other VA Medical Centers and community facilities to remove obstacles that would impede the Veteran from utilizing the service of those medical centers not available to our facility.
• Participates in clinic for setting patient goals of care as part of the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes the nursing process in managing, developing, implementing, and evaluating each patient's individual plan in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team to attain specific clinical outcomes in outpatient clinic settings.
• Participates in clinic for setting patient goals of care as part of the interdisciplinary team. Participates in activities which meet the performance standards contract for the Medical Center.
• Participates in the development and implementation of recommended policies and procedures as related to Care Management and/or designated clinical area.
• Provides for the educational needs of the healthcare team regarding Care Management and/or topics specific to Primary Care.
• Maintains and upgrades own knowledge base and skills regarding Care Management and/or specific clinical areas and applies this knowledge to nursing practice.
• Participates in clinic research/EBP within designated area and/or related to Care Management.
• Establishes effective networking relationships with peers and professionals within the community as related to Care Management.
• Receives alerts for reassigned new patients to Primary Care, assist with ordering and coordinating appropriate tests, obtaining outside reports and communications with specialty and local medical doctors to expedite patient appointments.
• Uses Clinical Reminders model and VISTA reports to manage, coordinate and optimize the care for Veterans.
• Collaborates with clinic staff to ensure patients are given timely appointments and expedite new patient consults.
• Follow up with patients monitoring and ensuring adherence to treatment plans, intervene in accordance with prescribes clinical guidelines and provide reports on all cases.
• Documents all patient interaction in the electronic medical record timely following the Patient Records Policy and Primary Care PACT Telephone Care Guide.
• Provides clinic care and care management to Veterans in Primary Care clinics.
• Delegates to PACT Team care members and extended primary care members in accordance with Nurse Practice Act.
• Triages and applies a collaborative team approach in identifying, analyzing, and resolving care problems for scheduled and unscheduled encounters (via phone or face to face) within Primary Care, and Specialty.
• Communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop and coordinate the treatment plan for Veterans in the outpatient setting.
• Facilitates and leads HRO clinic huddles with clinic staff.
• Serves as a resource for other team members and participates in planning for program improvements at the local level.
• Participate in nontraditional care methods such as telephone, VA Video Connect (WC), - online communication via secure messaging, Shared medical and Group medical appointments.

Major Duties:

• Assists with/performs under the direct supervision of the recreation/occupational/physical therapist therapeutic and diversion activities for patients.
• Obtains blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and blood glucose (finger stick) and records them appropriately in the medical record. Is able to distinguish significant variances in vital signs and finger sticks and reports them to the responsible RN.
• Assist or provide patients with personal hygiene, i.e., bathing, shaving, teeth brushing, nail care, hair combing, etc.
• Provide patients with the appropriate level of assistance with activities of daily living, bathing, dressing, transferring, ambulating, feeding, and toileting.
• Weighs patients and records them appropriately in the medical record. Is knowledgeable about variances in weights and reports significant variances in weights to responsible RN.
• Answers call lights promptly and in person.
• Assists during emergency treatment situations obtaining equipment as necessary and running errands as needed.
• Assists in emergency situations including, but not limited to CPR as needed.
• Assists the nurse/MD/NP during procedures/treatments as needed following appropriate standards and guidelines.
• Completes alt required Nursing Assistant initial and annual competency requirements.
• Assists the team in reinforcing educational needs with patients.
• Consistently follows the Plan of Care for each patient.
• Perform one to one observation as assigned.
• Maintains positive and constructive professional working relationships with patients, families, medical staff, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Transport patients as assigned off the unit for various diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Follow all infection control procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Consistently reports to the team leader/licensed staff observations of the patient's physical condition and behavior.
• Participates with the nursing team to provide input in the formulation and implementation of the care plan.
• Records appropriately in the medical record.
• Consistently addresses the patient. family, and staff with respect and dignity.
• Will report any suspected abuse to the appropriate licensed nurse (charge nurse, supervisor, manager).
• May attend interdisciplinary conferences as needed for the purpose of reporting observations of resident (patient) behavior or care.

• Uses word processing software to execute several office automation functions such as storing and retrieving electronic documents and files; activating printers; .inserting and deleting text formatting letters., reports, and memoranda; and transmitting and receiving e-mail.
• Uses various programs to access information in the Medical Center Computer System to include, but not limited to, the Veterans Health Information and Technology Architecture (VistA) and the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Follows established Medical Center, Division and Extended Care Center Program policies and procedures, rules and regulations, related to fire, disaster, security measures, computer security, and universal fluid precautions.
• Completes all required education requirements in a timely manner.

If selected for this position, you will serve as a Paralegal Specialist on Organized Crime Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) or Financial Crimes Units for the United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of Wisconsin. Typical work duties include the following:

• Conduct legal research.
• Review and organize complex factual material and other documentary data for investigations and trials.
• Provide advice on the most efficient method for preparing legal documents.
• Use tables and citation checking with efficiency.
• Develop and enter various case material into a computer database.
• Prepare charts, graphs, and tables to illustrate results.
• Prepare, develop, compile, or maintain jury instructions in preparing for trial.
• Prepare exhibits for trial which typically involve a wide range of visual materials.
• Provide litigation case management and organize cases for court presentation.

As the Auditor in this position, you will:

• Systematically examine and appraise production, sales, inventory, and financial records of dairy plant operations to determine the accuracy of reported data.
• Determine audit adjustments, changes to plant records, and recommend procedures to minimize report errors and audit adjustments.
• Prepare work papers and related documentation that support audit findings and conclusions.
• Represent the Market Administrator office in contacts with the dairy industry and co-workers in a manner which consistently demonstrates fairness, cooperation, and respect in the performance of all official business.

• Advises approving officials and purchase card holders on purchase card program, procurement procedures and responsibilities.
• Conducts follow up action on undelivered orders and aged purchase card transactions to close our purchase orders.
• Initiates and provides training to acquisition and technical staff on the procurement process.
• Provides clerical support and coordination to approving officials and administrators.
• Plans and coordinates actions to prevent, correct, or resolve delays or misunderstandings in the purchasing process
• Develops reports and spreadsheets, obtains and organizes files, and retrieves reports for briefings and presentation purposes.
• Reviews, assembles, and maintains procurement related files and related systems.
• Identifies needs or problems and determines recommended corrective actions, alternatives or solutions.

Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team and creating innovative process improvement initiatives.

The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) is a Registered Nurse who is directly accountable to the Nurse Manager (NM). The primary focus of this position is providing oversight and leadership for all local, VISN 12 and National initiatives that involve Clinical Contact Center (CCC) Triage ensuring VISN 12 CCC Triage remains a leader in the nation for Clinical Contact Center services and quality Veteran Care. While working in partnership with the NM, additional ANMs, Administrative Officer, Program Analyst and Nurse Educators. Additional duties include functioning as a Supervisor and Clinical Coordinator, which may include direct clinical coverage, for the operations of CCC Triage. The ANM may additionally be involved in management, supervision and evaluation of care delivered by Registered Nurses and Medical Support Assistants.

The ANM demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise, leadership and creative approaches to manage the complex care of the Veteran population and program requirements. Demonstrates the ability to lead and direct diverse and dynamic groups of staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care. The ANM applies clinical skills necessary to identify, coordinate and/or identify discipline -specific education, as well as training, leadership, professional staff development and emerging needs to all levels of staff. This RN is a nurse supervisor and can provide oversight for the administration of leave, counseling and disciplinary action in collaboration with the ANM and NM. The ANM may act as the NM in her/his absence. Assumes an active role in labor-management partnership and supports EEO principles and programs. Demonstrates effective conflict resolution/management skills. Secondary responsibilities include participating in the hiring process, modeling and assuring positive behavior, partnering on the initial and on-going CCC Triage staff competency program, supervising and evaluating care delivery by all nursing staff and employees assigned to the unit via nurse proficiencies and/or performance evaluations. In partnership with the NM, oversees staffing effectiveness, daily staffing schedules and budget performance, monitors the quality of care delivered by means of quality indicators such as RN Callback Time, Average Speed of Answer and Abandonment Rate and ensures quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based nursing standards of practice are carried out on a day to day basis.

The ANM collaborates with the ANMs and NM in the professional development of clinically competent staff. Leading and monitoring staff orientation processes and assisting in the Performance Improvement (P1) processes, monitoring of Pt projects, All Employee Survey results, Press Ganey Responses and other ongoing initiatives to ensure quality care to the Veteran population. Serves as a coach to all members of staff in career development. The ANM contributes to the unit's goal of life-long learning and participates in activities and support succession planning. Promotes, creates, demonstrates and ensures a culturally diverse workforce in which the values and needs of all individuals are respected. The ANM works with the other ANMs and NM to facilitate daily staff huddles and conducts staff meetings to facilitate communication, disseminate information, promote interdisciplinary interaction and augment problem solving.

The ANM participates in the development, review and revision of the Nursing policies and procedures to ensure compliance; supports implementation of these polices, actively contributes to performance measures for the VAMC, VISN and VHA. Assurance is made for ongoing readiness with regulatory bodies/agencies both internal and external to VHA, all while ensuring the ANA code of Ethics for Nurses is followed.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule: 0730-1600, Monday-Friday; Normal Business hours with intermittent off tour coverage
Telework: Yes - as determined by the agency policy. 3+ Days/Pay Period
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

As a AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR - Title 32, GS-1101-11, you will have responsibility for the overall maintenance effort on the flightline to include work operations performed by two or more distinct organizational units and controlled by a number of separate supervisors. The position does not have supervisory duties or responsibilities.

• Manages overall surveillance of the contractor's work performance through personal inspections and engaging assigned Quality Assurance Specialists.
• Coordinates changes with the ACO, functional users, and command managers. Incumbent receives, reviews, and validates the contractor's certificate of services. Reviews reports of inspections and discrepancy reports and resolves conflicts between Air Force and Contractor personnel.
• Advises MAJCOM manager and the ACO of local issue impasses.
• Prepares monthly evaluations of the contractor's performance for the MAJCOM managers and the ACO.
• Ensures the provision of required government-furnished services to the contractor through requests and coordination work with other base support activities such as, Civil Engineering, Safety, Security Police, Supply, etc.
• Meets with wing and squadron training personnel to determine TD monthly training schedules.
• Provides briefing to local and higher management officials on the status of TD operations.
• Conducts, participates in, and serves as technical representative in meetings with contractors, ACO, and key Air Force functional managers to resolve discrepancies, discuss procedural deviations, and review quality deficiency reports.

• Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising the delivery of care to employees.
• Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
• Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in the unit/program level quality improvement process and initiatives as well as customer service programs.

• Complete tuberculosis screening on all prospective employees and volunteers and ongoing screening according to risk assessments, following current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and facility policy
• Screens prior to employment and volunteering - Symptom Screen-and-QuantiFERON -TB blood draw
• Screens and documents - pre-employment, periodic, post-exposure; Track and trend exposures, conversions, for compliance report to Infection Control.
• Perform Respirator Medical Evaluation via Questionnaire review under direction of Medical Provider; provides necessary information to Industrial Hygienist

• Influenza, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR), Varicella (chickenpox), Tetanus (Td or Tdap)

• Coordinates influenza vaccine program for employees and volunteers
• Coordinate Employee flu clinics (scheduled and walk-in)
• Member of facility Flu Planning Committee
• Provides support for COVID programs

• Evaluates and coordinates BBP exposure cases, including assessment, treatment and follow up
  • Post-exposure prophylaxis, Consult with ID if indicated
• Chairs Needle stick Prevention Sub-Committee, monthly meetings, where BBP exposure events are analyzed and steps to prevent are discussed; reports rates, trends and actions to Nurse Practice Council and Infection Control Committee

• Triages urgent needs for appropriate evaluation and treatment
• Provides case management services for injured employees & volunteers
• Coordinates with Safety Manager and Human Resource Worker's Compensation Specialist during weekly Accident Review Board to develop and implement strategies to prevent work-related injury or illness and expedite return to work

• Accepts rotation in leadership role on the Employee Wellness Committee
• Identifies and refers employees with personal health needs as appropriate

• Documents in OHRS as functionally useful
• Administers appropriate role-based access to OHRS

• Review & revise: protocols, policy -- Participate in the development of policies and procedures that affect the health and safety of employees

• Participate in hospital committees, such as Infection Control, Needle stick Prevention, Flu Planning, Accident Review Board, Wellness, Ergonomics, Emergency Management

The William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital is committed to fostering and sustaining an environment which celebrates diversity, provides equitable opportunities for employment and promotion, and supports inclusiveness in our culture. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that promote professional growth and teamwork, and are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We embrace our differences as individuals and unite as a team toward a common goal: to serve our nation's Veterans.

The Perianesthesia RN delivers fundamental knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical skills. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age-specific components. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self­management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.

The Perianesthesia RN brings principles and theory with limited application of critical thinking skills. Provides specialized care in the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of care throughout the peri anesthesia continuum to include the Pre anesthesia Phase, Post anesthesia Phase I, Post anesthesia Phase II, and extended care from sedation/analgesia and/or anesthesia for surgical, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures. The Perianesthesia RN possesses knowledge related to the physiology associated with various anesthesia techniques and surgical interventions. The Perianesthesia RN assesses and prepares patients for procedures appropriately. Performs clinical assessment of the patient and readily recognizes contraindication for anesthesia and/or surgical intervention. The Perianesthesia RN applies the appropriate post sedation scoring and assesses the patient's postoperative status to include cardiovascular and respiratory systems and airway management needs, neurological system, hemodynamic stability, pain, and comfort needs and mental status, implementing appropriate interventions to maintain or return all physiological system to baseline.

The staff of Prep-Recovery and PACU strive to provide High Quality Care based on ASPAN Standards:
Pre-Admission: The nursing roles in this phase focus on physical, psychosocial, sociocultural and spiritual preparation for the experience. Interview and assessment techniques are used to identify potential or actual problems. Education and interventions are initiated to optimize positive outcomes.
Day of Surgery/Procedure: The nursing roles in this phase focus on validating existing information, reinforcing preoperative teaching, reviewing discharge instructions and providing nursing care to complete preparation for the experience.
lntraoperative: Prep/Recovery and PACU doesn't not provide intraoperative care, but will communicate and collaborate with the Operating Room Team performing intraoperative care and be available to assist in the event of emergency in the operating room.
Phase I Recovery: The nursing roles in this phase focus on providing post anesthesia nursing in the immediate post anesthesia period, transitioning to Phase II, the in-patient setting, or to an intensive care setting for continued care. Basic life-sustaining needs are of the highest priority.
Phase II Recovery: The nursing roles in this phase focus on preparation for care in the home or an extended care environment.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8, 9, 10 or 12 hour shifts may be available. No weekends or Holidays. Scheduling flexibility required.
Telework: Not Available.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

• Provides advice and assistance to managers in the development of program and budget requests and related supporting documentation.
• Drafts procedural instructions and policy guidance for use by officials in planning and estimating funding needs for staffing, contractual service, equipment, travel, etc.
• Reviews and edits budget requests submitted by subordinate units to assure that they conform to higher level requirements.
• Conducts annual year-end closing activities and reconciles with accounting records.
• Consolidates and validates input from field units for presentation of the budget.
• Provides advice and guidance to managers on writing budget justification responses in order to obtain and defend funding requests as well as to help prioritize budget requirements.

• Conduct staff visits to assist with logistical complications.
• Review reports to ensure proper logistical support is being met.
• Review service contracts for modifications.
• Provide direction to enforce policy and procedures.
• Determine authorizations needed to prevent logistical deficiencies.
• Provide staff level guidance in areas of supply and maintenance.

GS/07 DUTIES:

• Performs developmental assignments of moderate difficulty where work procedures are established and a number of specific guidelines exist.
• Performs recurring assignments. Independently performs recurring assignments of limited, but gradually increasing, difficulty and complexity.
• Participates in special initiatives, studies, and projects.
• Prepares written correspondence and other documentation.

• Processes data and performs broad-in-depth financial analysis of interrelated accounting, military and civilian pay, accounts payable and receivable, and various travel entitlements to resolve especially difficult and sensitive, out-of-balance conditions associated with processing actions within Financial Management systems.
• Analyzes and accurately processes financial services transactions (i.e., payroll, debts, and miscellaneous entitlements) while applying quality assurances techniques.
• Analyzes and measures the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; reliability of financial reporting; compliance with policies, regulations, applicable laws and guidance; and ensures that internal controls are in place.
• Aggregates data from multiple financial systems and sources in order to directly or indirectly provide the Comptroller with accurate and timely financial reporting. Ensures the proper documentation, accounting, and auditability of funds, and their traceability to the USPFO in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and/or applicable laws.
• Executes full spectrum pay and entitlement operations (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounting, and Travel Pay).