Duties

The Occupational Health Nurse performs the following major duties:

Quality Improvement Program Support: Monitors quality operations by analyzing complex and critical data. Based on analysis makes appropriate recommendations which may include remedial action. Collaborates in the work of the Quality Improvement unit. Participates in developing and monitoring the effectiveness of a world-wide health care system for all Peace Corps Volunteers/Trainees with emphasis on health education, health promotion, prevention of endemic diseases and accidents, and the provision of adequate medical services.

Information Management Support: Maintains records on health care programs and provides information to a OHS leadership on the status of Volunteer health and health care program effectiveness. Provides appropriate consultations as requested to headquarters and worldwide staff. Responds to requests from the Chief of Quality or designee for analysis of specific problems, or advice relative to Volunteer health care.

Site Assessments: Conducts site assessments when necessary and as assigned. Assists in protocol evaluation and assessment by providing support and guidance. Serves as a team member for analyzing established protocol practices and identifying areas that could be Collateral Duties.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Conditions Of Employment

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
• You must successfully complete a background security investigation with favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet this requirement will be grounds for employment termination.
• All Federal employees are required to have federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• A one (1) year trial period is required.
• Drug Test Designation: Not Required
• Security Designation: Moderate Risk, Public Trust, Tier 2
• This is not a bargaining unit position.

• This is a Federal civilian job in the Excepted Service. PC employees are paid on the Foreign Service scale and employment is limited not to exceed (NTE) 5 years.
• Qualified internal applicants will be given first consideration.
• Additional hiring needs may be filled through this vacancy.
• Peace Corps is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
• Peace Corps is a drug free workplace and promotes a drug free environment.
• Peace Corps is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. Our goal is to attract and develop the best and brightest from all lifestyles and backgrounds. Peace Corps strives to create a culture of inclusion where individuals feel respected and are treated fairly in all aspects of differences. Our commitment is to make a difference in the lives of people around the world.
• Peace Corps provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources by calling 202-692-1200 or the Office of Civil Rights and Diversity on 202-692-2139. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, including:

  • a detailed resume,
  • a completed electronic self-assessment questionnaire,
  • an SF-50 (for current and former Federal employees, including internal employees), and
  • the submission of any other required documents.

  All required documents listed below, that are applicable to you, must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 05/25/2023 (the closing date of this announcement).

  • Resume: Include relevant work experience including job title, duties and accomplishments, employer name and address, supervisor name and phone number, start and end dates, hours per week and salary. If you are a current Federal employee or former Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series, and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09).
  • Veterans Documents: If you are using your 30% or more disability rating to be considered, you must attach all required documentation, including a DD-214 reflecting the type of discharge, the SF-15, and a VA Letter. Proof of a service-connected disability is required at the time of application. For more information regarding veterans' preference, please review the OPM Vet Guide.
  • Qualifications Based on Education or a Combination of Education and Experience: If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or an appropriate course listing with a diploma. Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be used towards qualifications. Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by recognized institutions. Applicants can verify accreditation at this website.

  Note: All applicants (including internal) are required to submit the applicable documents listed above as verification of eligibility. If you fail to provide the information requested, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you may lose consideration for these positions.

• How to Apply

  1. Click "Apply Online" to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account.
  2. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload the required documents.
  3. Please ensure you click the "Submit My Answers" button to submit your application.
  4. Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 10/15/2021 to receive consideration.
  5. Check your application status by logging into your USAJOBS account. Return to an incomplete application by clicking Apply Online in the vacancy announcement and re-selecting your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account..

  Agency contact information

  Peace Corps Jobs

  Email

  peacecorpsjobs@peacecorps.gov

  Address

  Office of Health Services
  1275 First St. NE
  Washington, DC 20526
  US

  Next steps

  Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
  
  You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USAJOBS account and by going to the "My Account" tab and clicking on "Application Status". For a more detailed update of your application status, you may go to "more information" under the individual vacancy.
  
  USAJOBS has added an alert setting to their system to provide status updates for applicants. You can elect to activate the status updates from your USAJOBS profile at any point during the application process.
  
  If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to the Selecting Official for further consideration.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Veterans Individuals with Disabilities