NURSING INSTRUCTOR (Emergency Medical Systems Program)

Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER
Y5214V

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We encourage applications from anyone!

FILLING DATE
The application filing period will begin on May 28, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (PT)
We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

WHY WORK FOR US

LA Health Services is LA County’s integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are.

We serve as the safety net for more than 10 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver extraordinary care-from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County.

With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors.
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Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax and rejuvenate as you reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Click here to see comprehensive information regarding County employee benefits

DHS is seeking a dedicated Nursing Instructor (EMS) to join our team. Whether you’re working in community clinics or hospitals, this is an opportunity to grow your career while serving diverse communities across LA County.

Mission:
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing outstanding care.

The Team Member We Are Looking for will:
The Nursing Instructor (EMS) develops specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees, presents this content in a formal learning situation, supervises its application in a clinical setting, and evaluates the effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. In an Emergency Medical Services System Program, Nursing Instructors may be assigned to the Paramedic Training Institute, Medical Monitoring of Prehospital Care, Hospital Programs, EMS System Data Management, Prehospital Continuing Education and EMT Program Approvals, and Ambulance Licensing and Disaster Programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Identifies and analyzes, on an ongoing basis, the training needs and problems of one or more categories of nursing personnel, usually with reference to a specific type of training program (general orientation, basic skills training, paramedic training program)
• Plans and develops course or training program content and structures individual sessions, incorporating teaching methodology designed to meet identified needs and established course objectives.
• Conducts formal didactic training.
• Plans and supervises staff performance in making application in a clinical setting of the principles and techniques of patient care, and instructs them in didactic training.
• Plans, develops, and implements, with supervisory approval, the use of evaluative tools to measure the effectiveness of the training, modifying course or program content or methodology as indicated.
• Participates in studies and projects to improve course or curriculum content or interaction of trainees and patients, and drafts reports of findings.
• Performs review and makes recommendations regarding approval of pre-hospital care training and education programs, and monitors approved programs.
• Conducts site visits and monitors paramedic base hospitals and provider agencies for compliance with County agreements and policies and procedures established by the local EMS agency.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the collection and evaluation of pre-hospital care medical data for the EMS system.
• Serves as a member of committees related to nursing training and education.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the requirements under one of the following options:

Option I
Three (3) years of experience, within the last five (5) years, in the practice of professional nursing in an acute care setting, one (1) year of which must have been in an emergency department - AND - Certification as a Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN)* in Los Angeles County or eligibility for certification as an MICN Nurse** in Los Angeles County.

Option II
One (1) year of experience, within the last five (5) years, as a registered nurse monitoring and evaluating special services of Basic and Comprehensive Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regulated under California Administrative Code, Title XXII.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

• A current, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.*
• Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.*

NOTE: Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California have to provide their Registered Nurse license number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Out-of-State experience provided on the application without the required license number will not be considered.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Additional credit will be given to applicants who have the following desirable qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree*** in a healthcare-related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience developing, implementing and monitoring the collection and evaluation of medical data for an EMS system.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION:
*Ensure the Certificates and Licenses Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required certification(s) and/or license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration, and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required certification(s) and license(s) specified above. Required license(s) and certificate(s) have to be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted.

** To be eligible for an MICN certification, an applicant shall:

1. Be employed and sponsored by one of the following agencies approved to use MICNs in Los Angeles County:
a. Base hospital

b. EMS Agency

c. Paramedic training program

d. Paramedic provider agency

2. Meet the following professional licensure and experience requirements:
a. Licensed as a registered nurse in the United States for a period of not less than one (1) year and currently licensed in California.

b. Employment equivalent to one (1) year full-time (36-40 hrs/week) within the last three (3) years as a Registered Nurse in a critical care area; six (6) months of which must be in the emergency department of an acute care hospital.

c. Current American Heart Association (AHA) certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider or instructor.

***To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Include official copies of all relevant documents. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf . We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted.

If you are unable to attach the required document(s) to your application, please email a copy to Germine Margosian via gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online.

PHYSICAL CLASS III (MODERATE):
This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This exam will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, the desirable qualification, and supplemental questionnaire responses, weighted 100%.

Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be included on the eligible list.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
We process applications as we receive them. If you pass the assessment, we will place you on a list for 12 months. Hiring managers within DHS will use this list to fill vacancies as they become available.

Applicants who are successful in this examination and are added to the eligible register may not apply for this examination for twelve (12) months following the date of being placed on the eligible register. Applications received before expiration from the eligible register will be rejected.

Applicants who applied and did not meet the Requirements when submitting their application may reapply 30 days after their most recent application date.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
You may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on operational needs.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to https://www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and prevent incorrect email addresses.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience, including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in the refusal of the application or the rescission of the appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not suffice to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

EMAIL VERIFICATION INFORMATION:
We will send notifications to the email address indicated in the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out of receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims for missing notices to be a valid reason for rescheduling an exam part. Register the domains below as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

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SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Federal law requires that all employed persons submit their Social Security Identification number, so include yours when applying.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using anyone else’s user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The County of Los Angeles is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

DEPARTMENT CONTACTS:
•For any inquiries about the position or assistance with the application process, please contact Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov . Germine is here to guide you every step of the way.

•Department Contact Phone: (213) 288-7000

•Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929

•California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

•For Accommodation requests, please contact our Accommodation Coordinator via (323) 914-6365

•Please reference Exam Number: Y5214V in all communications during the application process.

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