Nurse Practitioner
US Coast Guard Base
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this Statement of Work (SOW) is to obtain the professional services of a qualified Medical Doctor (MD) to provide comprehensive medical care and clinical oversight at a U.S. Coast Guard–operated facility. The contractor shall deliver medical evaluation, treatment, and readiness support services for personnel and other individuals under government care or supervision within a secured federal environment. All services shall comply with Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and applicable federal healthcare standards. The U.S. Coast Guard operates facilities requiring continuous medical support to maintain health, safety, and operational readiness. The contracted physician will provide on-site medical coverage, primary care, and emergent response, ensuring compliance with established medical standards and supporting the overall mission of the Coast Guard and associated federal programs.
Place of Performance: Newport, OR
Period of Performance: 12-month base period, plus (4) four 12-month option periods. Anticipated start date of 12/1/25.
Duty Hours: The schedule days and hours are as follows: Monday through Friday, with 8-hour shifts between 0600-1700, excluding federal holidays, and are not to exceed more than 40 hours per week. Contractors are permitted one non-billable hour for lunch. The contractor’s work center will assign duty hours as needed for mission success.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner in a U.S. state or territory.
- National certification from the ANCC or AANP in Family Practice, Adult-Gerontology, or related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an NP in a clinical, occupational health, or secure facility environment.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for a favorable background investigation.
- Bilingual preferred (English & Spanish)
Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Clinical Services
- Perform physical examinations, diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses.
- Conduct health assessments, screenings, and wellness evaluations.
- Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within scope of licensure and standing orders.
- Provide triage and emergency stabilization as necessary.
- Deliver immunizations and health education to promote preventive care.
Medical Oversight and Readiness
- Support medical readiness and occupational health evaluations.
- Participate in health surveillance, infection control, and disease prevention programs.
- Assist with medical case reviews and consult with the supervising physician on complex cases.
Documentation and Reporting
- Document all encounters and medical activities in the EHR system (e.g., MHS GENESIS or equivalent).
- Maintain confidentiality and security of Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA.
- Prepare and submit medical logs, daily encounter summaries, and incident reports as required.
Coordination and Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure seamless patient care.
- Coordinate with external healthcare providers and facilities for referrals when authorized.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
Administrative and Training Duties
- Attend mandatory training, safety briefings, and quality assurance meetings.
- Maintain all required certifications and continuing education requirements.
- Assist in the development and implementation of health policies and procedures.