Job Description
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is hiring a Nurse for White Elementary School at Fort Benning, Georgia. This intermittent position (up to 30 JUN 2027) focuses on student health during school hours.
You will provide classroom health instruction, individual student counseling, and emergency care for illnesses or injuries following standard first aid guidelines.
You will maintain health records, collaborate with teachers and school staff to interpret pupil health status, and participate in establishing, managing, and evaluating a complete school health program.
This role is ideal for a licensed registered nurse with a BSN who wants to work in a school setting on a flexible, as-needed basis.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $38.86 - $57.05 per hour.
Qualification
To qualify for this Nurse position, you must be a U.S. Citizen and meet the education and licensure requirements. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and successful completion of the NCLEX are required.
You must hold a current, active, full, and unrestricted RN license from a U.S. State, DC, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. Territory, verifiable through NCSBN.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
- Successful completion of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
- Current, active, full, and unrestricted RN license from a U.S. state, District of Columbia, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory.
- License must be verifiable through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) database.
- License must be maintained throughout employment with DoWEA.
- A bachelor's degree in a field other than nursing is acceptable only if you possess the required RN license.
- Nurses from Puerto Rico must show proof of passing the NCLEX.
- Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency.
- Experience may include paid and unpaid work, including volunteer service through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps).
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide classroom instruction and individual student health education and counseling.
- Provide emergency care for illness or injury occurring during school hours according to standard first aid guidelines.
- Maintain health information and documents.
- Collaborate with teachers and other school personnel to interpret pupil health status.
- Participate in the establishment, management, and evaluation of a complete school health program.
- Perform other duties as assigned related to student health and wellness.
Conditions & Requirements
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination based on a background investigation.
- This position requires a Tier 1 (T1) investigation with Childcare Checks due to interaction with children under 18.
- This is a Testing Designated position subject to applicant testing and random drug testing.
- You will be required to sign a DA Form 5019 agreeing to random drug urinalysis testing.
- Selection is subject to restrictions from the Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- This is a temporary position that may be extended in one-year increments.
Benefits
- A career with the U.S. government provides a complete benefits package.
- Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).
- Contact the hiring agency for more information on specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be reviewed to determine if you meet the qualification requirements.
- All transcripts and certifications will be evaluated by DoDEA Licensure Analysts to determine if qualifications are sufficient for referral to the hiring manager.
- You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be considered during the selection process.
- If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
Required Documents
- Resume: Must include hours worked per week and dates of employment (month/year to month/year or present).
- Transcripts: Bachelor's transcript showing degree conferred date. Master's, EDS, and Doctorate transcripts if applicable.
- License or Certification: Copy of current RN license.
- Cover Letter (optional).
- Most recent Performance Appraisal (if applicable).
- Foreign education evaluation (if applicable).
How to Apply
- To apply, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit all required documents through the official application portal.
- Log into your the official application portal account (or create one if you don't have it).
- Click 'Apply' to access the online application.
- Follow the prompts to select your resume and supporting documents from your the official application portal account.
- Complete the online application questionnaire.
Additional Information
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- This position is covered by the Federal Education Association, Stateside Region, Professional bargaining unit.
- Applicants with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation should contact [email protected].
- Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government and upholding the U.S. Constitution.
- Agency contact: Army Applicant Help Desk. Address: White Elementary School, 300 1st Division Road Bldg 1050, Fort Benning, GA 31905.
About Company
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) provides educational services to children of military personnel and civilian employees of the Department of Defense. White Elementary School is located at Fort Benning, Georgia, serving the Fort Benning community.
This Nurse position supports the health and well-being of students, ensuring a safe and healthy school environment. White Elementary School is named as the hiring organisation for the Nurse post.
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