LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information REGISTERED NURSE I: $7,290.08 - $10,912.31 MONTHLY RELIEF NURSE: $57.41 to $60.60 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING DATES: 2/9/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: YELRN4 OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class typically report to higher-level nurses or providers. Incumbents apply recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under close supervision in a variety of settings. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions, departmental policies and procedures and established general written standards of nursing care. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team. Incumbents serve as professional role models and may provide direction to others. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of basic assessment skills; independent judgment and action; and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. DEFINITION: This class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Consistently seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Communicates and collaborates effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team as needed. Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and education programs to increase or maintain professional competency. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies. Remains up-to-date on current professional skills, trends, and issues. Participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains courteous and respectful relationships with patients, families, and co-workers. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, or employees. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises as needed the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students. Assessment/Reassessment An ongoing process which is continuous for the duration of the patient's stay. Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information. Observes physical condition including physically examining the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; and age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice. Reviews all available information, including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Documents all findings and observations. Initiates reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Planning Formulates nursing care plans upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures and/or protocols. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. Modifies plans of patient care based on reassessment findings, specific patient care needs, and/or changes in interdisciplinary treatment plan. Assists in discharge planning needs. Implementation Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Communicates identified needs and patient responses to members of the interdisciplinary team. Evaluation/Monitoring Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and interventions. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: *1. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -AND- **2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: License and Certification Information *To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. Applicants who have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America, may compete in this examination; however, the names of such candidates will be withheld from the certification list pending receipt of the required license authorized by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the Certification and License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certification(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license(s) and certificate(s) as specified in the Selection Requirements. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Successful candidates are required to provide proof of their Registered Nurse (RN) License and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate from the American Heart Association during the selection interview process. Candidates who do not provide proof of the required RN License and BLS, will be removed from the eligible register. Additional Information Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment weighted 100% covering: Responsibility Fostering Team Cohesion Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Graduate Potential Using Time Efficiently Working to High Quality Standards Adapting to Change Coping with Setbacks and Criticism Striving to Achieve After filing an application online, candidates will receive a link via email to take an unproctored online multiple-choice work-style assessment (WSA). Applications received by 2:00 PM, PT, will receive the link for the WSA the same day. Applications received after 2:00 PM, PT, or on Saturday or Sunday, will receive the link the next business day. It is suggested that you plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 2:00 PM, PT, deadline to receive the WSA link the same day. Applicants who pass the WSA will be added to the eligible register. Applicants who fail the WSA will be allowed to retake it 30 days from their failed attempt. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and pass the WSA with a score of 70% or higher to be added to the eligible register. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF ASSESSMENT AND/OR SIMULATION COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains assessment and/or simulation components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your assessment and/or simulation scores may be transferred. EXAM PREPARATION: Study guides and other assessment and/or simulation preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment exams. While the guides will help you prepare for the exam, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice exams may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Exam preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice exams are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . You may also access test preparation materials for the computerized portion of the test by going to the website: https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests. While these study guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Persons who pass the multiple-choice test may not compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months from the date they are added to the eligible register. If you have applied and did not meet the Requirements at the time of filing, or if you are not successful in passing the multiple-choice test, you may reapply 30 days from the date of your failed attempt. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require selective certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating Room Specific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Various VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE . For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be enough to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend'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. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information REGISTERED NURSE I: $7,290.08 - $10,912.31 MONTHLY RELIEF NURSE: $57.41 to $60.60 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING DATES: 2/9/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: YELRN4 OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class typically report to higher-level nurses or providers. Incumbents apply recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under close supervision in a variety of settings. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions, departmental policies and procedures and established general written standards of nursing care. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team. Incumbents serve as professional role models and may provide direction to others. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of basic assessment skills; independent judgment and action; and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. DEFINITION: This class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Consistently seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Communicates and collaborates effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team as needed. Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and education programs to increase or maintain professional competency. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies. Remains up-to-date on current professional skills, trends, and issues. Participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains courteous and respectful relationships with patients, families, and co-workers. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, or employees. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises as needed the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students. Assessment/Reassessment An ongoing process which is continuous for the duration of the patient's stay. Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information. Observes physical condition including physically examining the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; and age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice. Reviews all available information, including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Documents all findings and observations. Initiates reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Planning Formulates nursing care plans upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures and/or protocols. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. Modifies plans of patient care based on reassessment findings, specific patient care needs, and/or changes in interdisciplinary treatment plan. Assists in discharge planning needs. Implementation Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Communicates identified needs and patient responses to members of the interdisciplinary team. Evaluation/Monitoring Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and interventions. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: *1. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -AND- **2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: License and Certification Information *To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. Applicants who have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America, may compete in this examination; however, the names of such candidates will be withheld from the certification list pending receipt of the required license authorized by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the Certification and License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certification(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license(s) and certificate(s) as specified in the Selection Requirements. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Successful candidates are required to provide proof of their Registered Nurse (RN) License and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate from the American Heart Association during the selection interview process. Candidates who do not provide proof of the required RN License and BLS, will be removed from the eligible register. Additional Information Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment weighted 100% covering: Responsibility Fostering Team Cohesion Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Graduate Potential Using Time Efficiently Working to High Quality Standards Adapting to Change Coping with Setbacks and Criticism Striving to Achieve After filing an application online, candidates will receive a link via email to take an unproctored online multiple-choice work-style assessment (WSA). Applications received by 2:00 PM, PT, will receive the link for the WSA the same day. Applications received after 2:00 PM, PT, or on Saturday or Sunday, will receive the link the next business day. It is suggested that you plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 2:00 PM, PT, deadline to receive the WSA link the same day. Applicants who pass the WSA will be added to the eligible register. Applicants who fail the WSA will be allowed to retake it 30 days from their failed attempt. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and pass the WSA with a score of 70% or higher to be added to the eligible register. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF ASSESSMENT AND/OR SIMULATION COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains assessment and/or simulation components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your assessment and/or simulation scores may be transferred. EXAM PREPARATION: Study guides and other assessment and/or simulation preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment exams. While the guides will help you prepare for the exam, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice exams may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Exam preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice exams are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . You may also access test preparation materials for the computerized portion of the test by going to the website: https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests. While these study guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Persons who pass the multiple-choice test may not compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months from the date they are added to the eligible register. If you have applied and did not meet the Requirements at the time of filing, or if you are not successful in passing the multiple-choice test, you may reapply 30 days from the date of your failed attempt. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require selective certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating Room Specific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Various VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE . For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be enough to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend'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. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one full-time vacancy in the Surgery Unit of San Joaquin General Hospital Perioperative Services Department, and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. The Staff Nurse V-Assistant Nursing Department Manager Inpatient is a supervisory level position and assists the Director of Perioperative Services in assessing total patient needs, evaluates performance of staff, and coordinates the unit with other hospital divisions or services. The ideal candidate should possess advanced level professional nursing experience in an acute care Surgery/Operating Room Unit, possess excellent communication skills, demonstrate a strong work ethic, leadership skills, and an ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. San Joaquin General Hospital is a public hospital, designated level II Trauma Center and Certified Stroke Center. This teaching hospital environment will rely on you to make a difference as a team player on a high functioning multi-disciplinary team. To learn more about San Joaquin General Hospital visit www.sjgeneral.org The work schedule may include AM, Nights, or PM shifts as well as weekends and holidays depending upon the operational needs of the department.. A comprehensive benefits package and ability to participate in the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) is provided. Visit www.sjcera.org to learn more . Salary Information (base salary): Job Title Hourly Biweekly Annual (approx.) Staff Nurse V ADM $63.80-$77.54 $5,104-$6,203 $132,704-$161,283 The following additional supplemental pay may apply: Shift Differential: $2.00/hour - PM Shift; $4.50/hour - Night Shift Educational Supplement: 5% of base salary (eligibility criteria per CNA MOU ) Charge Pay: $2.00/hour Preceptor Pay: $1.00/hour Longevity Pay: • 7.5% of base salary after 10 years (20,800 regular paid hours) • 10% of base salary after 15 years (31,200 regular paid hours) Standby Pay: 33% of base salary The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible full time new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources. Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises staff and assists with management of the unit or units; assists in planning and implementing staff schedules; assists in assigning work to professional, para-professional and technical staff in order to best utilize the skills of personnel and to maintain a high quality of patient care; evaluates performance of and disciplines assigned personnel, including subordinate supervisory staff; participates in the selection of new employees. Supervises staff and assists with management of the unit or units; assists in planning and implementing staff schedules; assists in assigning work to professional, para-professional and technical staff in order to best utilize the skills of personnel and to maintain a high quality of patient care; evaluates performance of and disciplines assigned personnel, including subordinate supervisory staff; participates in the selection of new employees. Participates in formulating, interpreting and implementing policies, procedures, and standards of nursing care; assists in coordinating the services of the unit with other hospital divisions; may oversee and coordinate insurance billing and reimbursement-related procedures for the unit; may develop and implement various quality control measures; assists with development and maintenance of the department budget. Participates in initiating the nursing process and performing clinical patient care, including therapeutic measures prescribed by medical authority within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act and department policy; participates in preparation and implementation of written nursing care plans for individual patients. Evaluates the total nursing needs of the patient including physical, psychological, spiritual, cultural and socio-economic; participates in planning, coordinating and administering total patient care; evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress. Participates with clinical staff in working with patients and families through teaching, counseling, and other methodology in order to help them understand, cope with, and accept illness, treatment, and therapy; assists in self care strategies; may supervise and participate in therapy groups, individual counseling and family conferences as necessary; may provide crisis intervention, crisis stabilization and follow-up therapy; may make crisis referrals as required. Keeps records of patient’s health care treatment and/or hospital stay; prepares reports and standard forms; initiates and completes performance improvement and other studies in cooperation with management. Maintains and updates knowledge base and nursing skills by reading literature, attending workshops, lectures, conferences, and classes as may be required by the Administration of the Department of Health Care Services. Participates on committees as assigned; may represent the department to outside organizations as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Education : Bachelors Degree in Nursing or related field. Experience : Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital Operating Room, including one (1) year at a level equivalent to a San Joaquin County Staff Nurse IV. OR II Certification : Possession of National Certification. Experience : Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital Operating Room, including one (1) year at a level equivalent to a San Joaquin County Staff Nurse IV. AND Licenses and Certificates : Current registration as a nurse in the State of California. Successful completion of Hemodynamic Monitoring Class, Preceptor Class (or adult learning equivalent) and ACLS Certification may be required. KNOWLEDGE Theory, practices and techniques of nursing, particularly in area of specialty; current trends and developments in the practice of nursing; goals of patient care; current medical treatment methods, standards, equipment and supplies; nursing staffing patterns; basic principles of management and supervision; leadership skills; safety principles and practices; applicable Federal and State laws as related to patient care. ABILITY Assign, supervise, train, assist and evaluate members of a nursing service unit; prepare and maintain records, charts, reports, and statistical data; deal with patients empathetically and respectfully while performing treatments prescribed; instruct patients in self care and preventative health strategies; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; maintain a safe facility environment; maintain cohesiveness and communication as a team during high stress; establish and maintain effective customer service; coordinate the several types of services which may be necessary for appropriate care; assist other staff in understanding current psycho-physiological aspects of illness; set priorities; work effectively under pressure; supervise and participate effectively in performance improvement processes; provides and promotes a positive learning environment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant walking; frequent operation of a keyboard; standing for long periods of time, pushing/pulling, bending and squatting; occasional sitting for long periods of time, running, climbing stairs and climbing; Frequency of Lifting -Frequent restraining lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual Requirements -Constant need for overall vision, color and depth perception, hand/eye coordination, and field of vision/peripheral vision; frequent reading and close up work; Dexterity -Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion and writing; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing of normal speech; frequent hearing and talking on telephone or radio; occasional hearing of faint sounds and talking over public address; Emotional/Psychological Factors -Constant concentration and public contact; occasional exposure to hazardous materials; frequent exposure to emergency situations, including trauma, grief and death, decision making, working weekends and nights; occasional work at heights, working alone and overtime; Environmental Conditions -Frequent exposure to assaultive behavior by clients; occasional exposure to noise, cold/heat, and hazardous materials, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes and poor ventilation. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one full-time vacancy in the Surgery Unit of San Joaquin General Hospital Perioperative Services Department, and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. The Staff Nurse V-Assistant Nursing Department Manager Inpatient is a supervisory level position and assists the Director of Perioperative Services in assessing total patient needs, evaluates performance of staff, and coordinates the unit with other hospital divisions or services. The ideal candidate should possess advanced level professional nursing experience in an acute care Surgery/Operating Room Unit, possess excellent communication skills, demonstrate a strong work ethic, leadership skills, and an ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. San Joaquin General Hospital is a public hospital, designated level II Trauma Center and Certified Stroke Center. This teaching hospital environment will rely on you to make a difference as a team player on a high functioning multi-disciplinary team. To learn more about San Joaquin General Hospital visit www.sjgeneral.org The work schedule may include AM, Nights, or PM shifts as well as weekends and holidays depending upon the operational needs of the department.. A comprehensive benefits package and ability to participate in the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) is provided. Visit www.sjcera.org to learn more . Salary Information (base salary): Job Title Hourly Biweekly Annual (approx.) Staff Nurse V ADM $63.80-$77.54 $5,104-$6,203 $132,704-$161,283 The following additional supplemental pay may apply: Shift Differential: $2.00/hour - PM Shift; $4.50/hour - Night Shift Educational Supplement: 5% of base salary (eligibility criteria per CNA MOU ) Charge Pay: $2.00/hour Preceptor Pay: $1.00/hour Longevity Pay: • 7.5% of base salary after 10 years (20,800 regular paid hours) • 10% of base salary after 15 years (31,200 regular paid hours) Standby Pay: 33% of base salary The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible full time new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources. Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises staff and assists with management of the unit or units; assists in planning and implementing staff schedules; assists in assigning work to professional, para-professional and technical staff in order to best utilize the skills of personnel and to maintain a high quality of patient care; evaluates performance of and disciplines assigned personnel, including subordinate supervisory staff; participates in the selection of new employees. Supervises staff and assists with management of the unit or units; assists in planning and implementing staff schedules; assists in assigning work to professional, para-professional and technical staff in order to best utilize the skills of personnel and to maintain a high quality of patient care; evaluates performance of and disciplines assigned personnel, including subordinate supervisory staff; participates in the selection of new employees. Participates in formulating, interpreting and implementing policies, procedures, and standards of nursing care; assists in coordinating the services of the unit with other hospital divisions; may oversee and coordinate insurance billing and reimbursement-related procedures for the unit; may develop and implement various quality control measures; assists with development and maintenance of the department budget. Participates in initiating the nursing process and performing clinical patient care, including therapeutic measures prescribed by medical authority within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act and department policy; participates in preparation and implementation of written nursing care plans for individual patients. Evaluates the total nursing needs of the patient including physical, psychological, spiritual, cultural and socio-economic; participates in planning, coordinating and administering total patient care; evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress. Participates with clinical staff in working with patients and families through teaching, counseling, and other methodology in order to help them understand, cope with, and accept illness, treatment, and therapy; assists in self care strategies; may supervise and participate in therapy groups, individual counseling and family conferences as necessary; may provide crisis intervention, crisis stabilization and follow-up therapy; may make crisis referrals as required. Keeps records of patient’s health care treatment and/or hospital stay; prepares reports and standard forms; initiates and completes performance improvement and other studies in cooperation with management. Maintains and updates knowledge base and nursing skills by reading literature, attending workshops, lectures, conferences, and classes as may be required by the Administration of the Department of Health Care Services. Participates on committees as assigned; may represent the department to outside organizations as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Education : Bachelors Degree in Nursing or related field. Experience : Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital Operating Room, including one (1) year at a level equivalent to a San Joaquin County Staff Nurse IV. OR II Certification : Possession of National Certification. Experience : Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital Operating Room, including one (1) year at a level equivalent to a San Joaquin County Staff Nurse IV. AND Licenses and Certificates : Current registration as a nurse in the State of California. Successful completion of Hemodynamic Monitoring Class, Preceptor Class (or adult learning equivalent) and ACLS Certification may be required. KNOWLEDGE Theory, practices and techniques of nursing, particularly in area of specialty; current trends and developments in the practice of nursing; goals of patient care; current medical treatment methods, standards, equipment and supplies; nursing staffing patterns; basic principles of management and supervision; leadership skills; safety principles and practices; applicable Federal and State laws as related to patient care. ABILITY Assign, supervise, train, assist and evaluate members of a nursing service unit; prepare and maintain records, charts, reports, and statistical data; deal with patients empathetically and respectfully while performing treatments prescribed; instruct patients in self care and preventative health strategies; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; maintain a safe facility environment; maintain cohesiveness and communication as a team during high stress; establish and maintain effective customer service; coordinate the several types of services which may be necessary for appropriate care; assist other staff in understanding current psycho-physiological aspects of illness; set priorities; work effectively under pressure; supervise and participate effectively in performance improvement processes; provides and promotes a positive learning environment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant walking; frequent operation of a keyboard; standing for long periods of time, pushing/pulling, bending and squatting; occasional sitting for long periods of time, running, climbing stairs and climbing; Frequency of Lifting -Frequent restraining lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual Requirements -Constant need for overall vision, color and depth perception, hand/eye coordination, and field of vision/peripheral vision; frequent reading and close up work; Dexterity -Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion and writing; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing of normal speech; frequent hearing and talking on telephone or radio; occasional hearing of faint sounds and talking over public address; Emotional/Psychological Factors -Constant concentration and public contact; occasional exposure to hazardous materials; frequent exposure to emergency situations, including trauma, grief and death, decision making, working weekends and nights; occasional work at heights, working alone and overtime; Environmental Conditions -Frequent exposure to assaultive behavior by clients; occasional exposure to noise, cold/heat, and hazardous materials, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes and poor ventilation. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 7/27/2015 AT 8:00 A.M. - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134H REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY * * THIS EXAMINATION WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES IN THE NORTH COUNTY ONLY * * ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care COVID-19 VACCINATION All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Effectively communicates and collaborates the patients, families, care givers, and/or co-workers pertinent information concerning discharge planning, changes in patient care, changes in treatment plan, patient medication administration, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments to deliver the best possible patient experience. Completes and maintains accurate as well as legible medical documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Manages relationships with internal and/or external members of a healthcare organization. Participates in performance improvement activities; with a focus on patient experience, regulatory compliance, and/or departmental process improvements projects. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technician, clerical staff, and students. Participates in committees and projects at the unit, department, facility, and/or health system wide level. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional/clinical competencies and professional practice. Serves as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Serves as a preceptor: expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Participates in product evaluation and product standardization activities. Participates in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : 1. Three years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County classification Registered Nurse I**. -AND- 2. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- 3. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. License(s) and Certificate(s) Required: A 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. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required licensed as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required license/BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be present during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of Registered Nurse I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter(s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing your application online . Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: ***Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or ***Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in NORTH COUNTY ONLY . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned, If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. 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. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 7/27/2015 AT 8:00 A.M. - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134H REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY * * THIS EXAMINATION WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES IN THE NORTH COUNTY ONLY * * ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care COVID-19 VACCINATION All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Effectively communicates and collaborates the patients, families, care givers, and/or co-workers pertinent information concerning discharge planning, changes in patient care, changes in treatment plan, patient medication administration, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments to deliver the best possible patient experience. Completes and maintains accurate as well as legible medical documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Manages relationships with internal and/or external members of a healthcare organization. Participates in performance improvement activities; with a focus on patient experience, regulatory compliance, and/or departmental process improvements projects. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technician, clerical staff, and students. Participates in committees and projects at the unit, department, facility, and/or health system wide level. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional/clinical competencies and professional practice. Serves as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Serves as a preceptor: expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Participates in product evaluation and product standardization activities. Participates in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : 1. Three years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County classification Registered Nurse I**. -AND- 2. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- 3. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. License(s) and Certificate(s) Required: A 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. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required licensed as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required license/BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be present during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of Registered Nurse I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter(s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing your application online . Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: ***Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or ***Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in NORTH COUNTY ONLY . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned, If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. 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. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FIRST DAY OF FILING: October 6, 2017 at 8:00 A.M., (PST) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134J Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to 20% bonus for full-time Registered Nurse II, Correctional Health positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. COVID-19 VACCINATION: All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION “ To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care” TYPE OF RECRUITMENT - OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to inmate patients in a correctional setting. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this experienced-level expert class report to higher-level nurses or providers. This position applies recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under supervision in a variety of settings. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions, departmental policies and procedures, and established general written standards of nursing care. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team. This experienced RN integrates theoretical knowledge with clinical experience utilizing a systems approach in the delivery of patient care and/or services. Positions at this level serve as a professional role model, may provide direction, and act as an effective resource person for others. This includes coaching, precepting, and leading other nursing and non-nursing staff. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of expert assessment skills; independent judgment and action; and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. While on duty, the Registered Nurse II, Correctional Health, may be required to prevent and control the behavior of inmate patients that is not in accordance with custody facility rules. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Interprets and supports standards and requirements to others. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Assessment/Reassessment: Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information as part of a comprehensive assessment. Observes and analyzes overall patient condition, including physically assessing the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice and departmental policy and procedures. Reviews all available information including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Planning: Formulates a plan of care and/or nursing care plan based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders and/or department's standardized procedures. Identifies nursing care objectives and makes appropriate referrals. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Evaluates and modifies plans of care, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and develops measurable long and short-term goals. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other interdisciplinary patient care team members. Implementation: Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed and/or in accordance with approved departmental standardized procedures. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Evaluation/Monitoring: Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and intervention. Communicates changes in the plan of care to other members of the interdisciplinary team. Documents patient's response to treatment or nursing care. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three years of full-time experience* at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I**. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. A current, active certification in accordance with the American Heart Associate's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or email it to exam analyst at jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. The required license and certificate MUST be current and unrestricted: a provisional, conditional or restricted license and certificate will NOT be accepted. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I is defined as: Providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. Participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. Desirable Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree*** in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science degree*** in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter (s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or or email to the exam analyst at jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online . Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job-related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); substance abuse; anyone on probation. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT AND AT ANY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPOINTEES WILL BE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH INMATE PATIENTS IN A JAIL ENVIRONMENT TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL NURSING CARE AND SERVICES TO INMATE PATIENTS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in throughout the Department of Health Services - Correctional Facilities. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email then to the Exam Analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. 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. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Jessica Hernandez Gutierrez, Exam Analyst Telephone Number : (213) 288-7000 Email Address: jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FIRST DAY OF FILING: October 6, 2017 at 8:00 A.M., (PST) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134J Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to 20% bonus for full-time Registered Nurse II, Correctional Health positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. COVID-19 VACCINATION: All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION “ To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care” TYPE OF RECRUITMENT - OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to inmate patients in a correctional setting. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this experienced-level expert class report to higher-level nurses or providers. This position applies recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under supervision in a variety of settings. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions, departmental policies and procedures, and established general written standards of nursing care. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team. This experienced RN integrates theoretical knowledge with clinical experience utilizing a systems approach in the delivery of patient care and/or services. Positions at this level serve as a professional role model, may provide direction, and act as an effective resource person for others. This includes coaching, precepting, and leading other nursing and non-nursing staff. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of expert assessment skills; independent judgment and action; and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. While on duty, the Registered Nurse II, Correctional Health, may be required to prevent and control the behavior of inmate patients that is not in accordance with custody facility rules. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Interprets and supports standards and requirements to others. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Assessment/Reassessment: Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information as part of a comprehensive assessment. Observes and analyzes overall patient condition, including physically assessing the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice and departmental policy and procedures. Reviews all available information including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Planning: Formulates a plan of care and/or nursing care plan based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders and/or department's standardized procedures. Identifies nursing care objectives and makes appropriate referrals. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Evaluates and modifies plans of care, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and develops measurable long and short-term goals. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other interdisciplinary patient care team members. Implementation: Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed and/or in accordance with approved departmental standardized procedures. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Evaluation/Monitoring: Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and intervention. Communicates changes in the plan of care to other members of the interdisciplinary team. Documents patient's response to treatment or nursing care. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three years of full-time experience* at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I**. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. A current, active certification in accordance with the American Heart Associate's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or email it to exam analyst at jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. The required license and certificate MUST be current and unrestricted: a provisional, conditional or restricted license and certificate will NOT be accepted. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I is defined as: Providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. Participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. Desirable Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree*** in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science degree*** in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter (s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or or email to the exam analyst at jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online . Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job-related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); substance abuse; anyone on probation. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT AND AT ANY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPOINTEES WILL BE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH INMATE PATIENTS IN A JAIL ENVIRONMENT TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL NURSING CARE AND SERVICES TO INMATE PATIENTS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in throughout the Department of Health Services - Correctional Facilities. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email then to the Exam Analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. 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. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Jessica Hernandez Gutierrez, Exam Analyst Telephone Number : (213) 288-7000 Email Address: jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
Colton, California, United States
The Job Recent RN Graduates are welcome to apply! However, applicants must complete the NCLEX on or before MAY 20th, 2024 . Proof of exam completion must be submitted by MAY 20th, 2024 . Those who are not able to show confirmation will not move forward in the selection process and will be denied entry to the hiring event. This program is targeted for those with less than one (1) year of RN experience. EXCELLENT NURSE RESIDENCY PROGRAM Immediate vacancies exist throughout the Hospital The A rrowhead Regional Medical Center New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is a 7-month training program designed to prepare new graduate nurses (nurses with less than one (1) year of RN experience) for their transition into the professional nursing role. The track is designed to facilitate the acquisition of technical and clinical skills needed for the role of the professional nurse in the areas of Critical Care, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry, Emergency, NICU, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Operating Room. This program is targeted for those with less than one (1) year of RN experience. The program includes virtual didactic learning with evidence based e-courseware content as well as live workshops and coaching seminars. Nurse Residents in the program will be provided mentoring opportunities with monthly cohort workshops and seminars. The goal of the Nurse Residency Program is to ease the transition of new graduate nurses from their student nurse roles to clinical nursing roles. To learn more about the New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, click HERE . Upon completion of the ARMC New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, participants will be able to: Provide patient-centered and compassionate nursing care to our diverse patient population in accordance with our nursing philosophy. Integrate evidence based practice with everyday clinical practice. Demonstrate increased competency in nursing including the areas of clinical knowledge, communication, critical thinking, professionalism and technical skills. Successfully transition from new graduate nurse to professional nurse. *Official title: Registered Nurse I - ARMC For more information, refer to the Registered Nurse I - ARMC job description. For additional information, please contact: Jennifer Walker Nurse Residency Program Coordinator 909-580-1200 WalkerJen@armc.sbcounty.gov Two Excellent Benefits Packages to Choose From! As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($2/hour above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for the California Nurses Association Group, refer to the MBO - CNA BbOU - Benefits Summary Guide . Click below for more information on the benefits offered at San Bernardino County! TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OPTION MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. Meet the team! To find out more about Arrowhead Regional Medical Center , please visit: www.arrowheadregional.org CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background : Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation, drug test, verification of employment history and education. Availability: Twenty-four (24) hour responsibility, on-call and call-back may be required. Certifications: Additional certifications may be required depending on the needs of the department. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess ALL of the following: License: Must possess and maintain Registered Nurse licensure with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Certification: Must possess and maintain current Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Note: License number and expiration date must be listed on the application to be eligible. Recent RN Graduates are welcome to apply! However, applicants must complete the NCLEX on or before MAY 20th, 2024 . Proof of exam completion must be submitted by MAY 20th, 2024 . Those who are not able to show confirmation will not move forward in the selection process and will be denied entry to the hiring event. If you possess your diploma, attach/upload a copy to your application. Please indicate the name of the educational institution which conferred your degree on the application. Note: ARMC Registered Nurse I must be promoted to journey-level classification upon successful completion of the trainee period (e.g., preceptorship, orientation, and/or certification, as applicable). Refer to the MOU for additional information. Desired Qualifications Candidates possessing a Bachelor's degree in Nursing are desired. Selection Process Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, MAY 10th , 2024 at 5:00PM . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include in your application and supplemental questions your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Nurses Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 14, 2024
Full Time
The Job Recent RN Graduates are welcome to apply! However, applicants must complete the NCLEX on or before MAY 20th, 2024 . Proof of exam completion must be submitted by MAY 20th, 2024 . Those who are not able to show confirmation will not move forward in the selection process and will be denied entry to the hiring event. This program is targeted for those with less than one (1) year of RN experience. EXCELLENT NURSE RESIDENCY PROGRAM Immediate vacancies exist throughout the Hospital The A rrowhead Regional Medical Center New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is a 7-month training program designed to prepare new graduate nurses (nurses with less than one (1) year of RN experience) for their transition into the professional nursing role. The track is designed to facilitate the acquisition of technical and clinical skills needed for the role of the professional nurse in the areas of Critical Care, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry, Emergency, NICU, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Operating Room. This program is targeted for those with less than one (1) year of RN experience. The program includes virtual didactic learning with evidence based e-courseware content as well as live workshops and coaching seminars. Nurse Residents in the program will be provided mentoring opportunities with monthly cohort workshops and seminars. The goal of the Nurse Residency Program is to ease the transition of new graduate nurses from their student nurse roles to clinical nursing roles. To learn more about the New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, click HERE . Upon completion of the ARMC New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, participants will be able to: Provide patient-centered and compassionate nursing care to our diverse patient population in accordance with our nursing philosophy. Integrate evidence based practice with everyday clinical practice. Demonstrate increased competency in nursing including the areas of clinical knowledge, communication, critical thinking, professionalism and technical skills. Successfully transition from new graduate nurse to professional nurse. *Official title: Registered Nurse I - ARMC For more information, refer to the Registered Nurse I - ARMC job description. For additional information, please contact: Jennifer Walker Nurse Residency Program Coordinator 909-580-1200 WalkerJen@armc.sbcounty.gov Two Excellent Benefits Packages to Choose From! As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($2/hour above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for the California Nurses Association Group, refer to the MBO - CNA BbOU - Benefits Summary Guide . Click below for more information on the benefits offered at San Bernardino County! TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OPTION MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. Meet the team! To find out more about Arrowhead Regional Medical Center , please visit: www.arrowheadregional.org CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background : Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation, drug test, verification of employment history and education. Availability: Twenty-four (24) hour responsibility, on-call and call-back may be required. Certifications: Additional certifications may be required depending on the needs of the department. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess ALL of the following: License: Must possess and maintain Registered Nurse licensure with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Certification: Must possess and maintain current Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Note: License number and expiration date must be listed on the application to be eligible. Recent RN Graduates are welcome to apply! However, applicants must complete the NCLEX on or before MAY 20th, 2024 . Proof of exam completion must be submitted by MAY 20th, 2024 . Those who are not able to show confirmation will not move forward in the selection process and will be denied entry to the hiring event. If you possess your diploma, attach/upload a copy to your application. Please indicate the name of the educational institution which conferred your degree on the application. Note: ARMC Registered Nurse I must be promoted to journey-level classification upon successful completion of the trainee period (e.g., preceptorship, orientation, and/or certification, as applicable). Refer to the MOU for additional information. Desired Qualifications Candidates possessing a Bachelor's degree in Nursing are desired. Selection Process Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, MAY 10th , 2024 at 5:00PM . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include in your application and supplemental questions your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Nurses Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
Colton, California, United States
The Job Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Assistant Unit Managers I . Assistant Unit Managers I are the first supervisory level in the nursing series responsible for assisting a Unit Manager with the management and supervision of a Medical/Surgical, Telemetry or Postpartum Unit. Duties include responsibility to assign and review work, oversee staffing, administer and effectively recommend discipline, serves as the first level in the grievance process, and assist with the day-to-day clinical operations of a patient care unit or service on a designated shift and perform charge nurse duties. All Assistant Unit Manager I positions are assigned to the Night Shift . The current vacancy is in the Stroke Unit . For more information, refer to the Assistant Unit Manager I job description. This position comes with excellent benefits for the employee and their dependents! Click below for more information on the benefits offered at San Bernardino County! TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OPTION MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. T o learn more about our hospital click HERE . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation and verification of employment history and education. Availability: Twenty-four (24) hour responsibility, on-call and call-back may be required. Certifications : Additional certifications may be required depending on the needs of the department. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess ALL of the following: License: Must possess and maintain Registered Nurse licensure with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse in a hospital setting. Certification: Must possess and maintain current Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Issued by the American Heart Association) and certifications/courses required by unit such as: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Fetal Monitoring Basic Arrhythmia Recognition Critical Care course National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale Neonatal Intensive Care course Neonatal Resuscitation Program Pediatric Advanced Life Support Operating Room Nursing Course Trauma Nurse Core Course Desired Qualifications Candidates possessing a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and charge nurse experience are desired. Selection Process Application Procedure : To receive priority consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. The recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. There will be a competitive evaluation based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to include as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Supervisory Nurses Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Assistant Unit Managers I . Assistant Unit Managers I are the first supervisory level in the nursing series responsible for assisting a Unit Manager with the management and supervision of a Medical/Surgical, Telemetry or Postpartum Unit. Duties include responsibility to assign and review work, oversee staffing, administer and effectively recommend discipline, serves as the first level in the grievance process, and assist with the day-to-day clinical operations of a patient care unit or service on a designated shift and perform charge nurse duties. All Assistant Unit Manager I positions are assigned to the Night Shift . The current vacancy is in the Stroke Unit . For more information, refer to the Assistant Unit Manager I job description. This position comes with excellent benefits for the employee and their dependents! Click below for more information on the benefits offered at San Bernardino County! TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OPTION MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. T o learn more about our hospital click HERE . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation and verification of employment history and education. Availability: Twenty-four (24) hour responsibility, on-call and call-back may be required. Certifications : Additional certifications may be required depending on the needs of the department. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess ALL of the following: License: Must possess and maintain Registered Nurse licensure with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse in a hospital setting. Certification: Must possess and maintain current Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Issued by the American Heart Association) and certifications/courses required by unit such as: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Fetal Monitoring Basic Arrhythmia Recognition Critical Care course National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale Neonatal Intensive Care course Neonatal Resuscitation Program Pediatric Advanced Life Support Operating Room Nursing Course Trauma Nurse Core Course Desired Qualifications Candidates possessing a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and charge nurse experience are desired. Selection Process Application Procedure : To receive priority consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. The recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. There will be a competitive evaluation based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to include as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Supervisory Nurses Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SLARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. **OPEN TO CURRENT UMC EMPLOYEES ONLY** Position Summary: Applies the nursing process to deliver basic, safe, therapeutic care, for patients in the operating room, having responsibilities through the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of surgery. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and meets the requirements as specified in the Nursing Administrative Policy # PP-101. One (1) year of recent RN PACU, Emergency or Critical Care experience. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Current License by the Nevada State Board of Nursing to Practice as a Registered Nurse, and meets the requirements as specified in the Nursing Administrative Policy# PP-101. Basic Life support (BLS) certification at hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within six (6) months of hire. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING: A minimum of five (5) years of recent documented RN experience in PACU in the acute care facility Current UMC employee with Specialty Services - Surgical Services/PACU Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and coordination of patient care); anatomy and physiology; standards of care; disease process; medical equipment; patient care plan development; patient evaluation and assessment techniques; body mechanics used with ambulating, transferring and repositioning patients; how to use general office equipment including, but not limited to: facsimiles, copiers, telephones and computers; pharmacology and medication administration; Nurse Practice Act; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Implementing nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation; working with high risk or critically ill patients; performing invasive nursing procedures associated with area of specialty; developing and implementing education programs associated with specialty; organizing, prioritizing and delegating work; using computers and related software applications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, including stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, and strength to examine and treat varied patients, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. #Ll-MH1 The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/18/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 12, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SLARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. **OPEN TO CURRENT UMC EMPLOYEES ONLY** Position Summary: Applies the nursing process to deliver basic, safe, therapeutic care, for patients in the operating room, having responsibilities through the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of surgery. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and meets the requirements as specified in the Nursing Administrative Policy # PP-101. One (1) year of recent RN PACU, Emergency or Critical Care experience. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Current License by the Nevada State Board of Nursing to Practice as a Registered Nurse, and meets the requirements as specified in the Nursing Administrative Policy# PP-101. Basic Life support (BLS) certification at hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within six (6) months of hire. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING: A minimum of five (5) years of recent documented RN experience in PACU in the acute care facility Current UMC employee with Specialty Services - Surgical Services/PACU Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and coordination of patient care); anatomy and physiology; standards of care; disease process; medical equipment; patient care plan development; patient evaluation and assessment techniques; body mechanics used with ambulating, transferring and repositioning patients; how to use general office equipment including, but not limited to: facsimiles, copiers, telephones and computers; pharmacology and medication administration; Nurse Practice Act; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Implementing nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation; working with high risk or critically ill patients; performing invasive nursing procedures associated with area of specialty; developing and implementing education programs associated with specialty; organizing, prioritizing and delegating work; using computers and related software applications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, including stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, and strength to examine and treat varied patients, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. #Ll-MH1 The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/18/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
Colton, California, United States
The Job Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Assistant Unit Manager I - Specialty Critical Care which is the first supervisory level of the nursing series. This position is responsible for assigning and reviewing work, overseeing staffing, and assisting with the day-to-day clinical operations of a complex Special Critical Care Unit such as Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, Trauma, Labor & Delivery, Cardiac Services, Operative Services, and Burn Center. All Assistant Unit Manager I positions are assigned to work Night Shift . The current vacancies for this position are in the NICU, MICU, CVICU, and OR departments. For more information, refer to the Assistant Unit Manager I - Specialty Critical Care job description. This position comes with excellent benefits for the employee and their dependents! Click below for more information on the benefits offered at San Bernardino County! TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OPTION MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. T o learn more about our hospital click HERE . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background : Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation, drug test, verification of employment history and education. Availability: Twenty-four (24) hour responsibility, on-call and call-back may be required. Certifications : Additional certifications may be required depending on the needs of the department. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess ALL of the following: License: Must possess and maintain Registered Nurse licensure with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse AND one (1) year of experience in a Specialty Unit such as Medical, Surgical, Cardiovascular, or Neonatal ICU, Emergency Department, Trauma, Labor & Delivery, Cardiac Services, Operative Services, and Burn Center. Experience may be concurrent. Certification: Must possess and maintain current Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and certifications/courses required by unit such as: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Fetal Monitoring Basic Arrhythmia Recognition Critical Care Course National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale Neonatal Intensive Care course Neonatal Resuscitation Program Pediatric Advanced Life Support Operating Room Nursing Course Trauma Nurse Core Course Desired Qualifications Supervisory/charge nurse experience and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing is desired. Selection Process Application Procedure : To receive priority consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. The recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. There will be a competitive evaluation based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to include as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO ) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Supervisory Nurses Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Assistant Unit Manager I - Specialty Critical Care which is the first supervisory level of the nursing series. This position is responsible for assigning and reviewing work, overseeing staffing, and assisting with the day-to-day clinical operations of a complex Special Critical Care Unit such as Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, Trauma, Labor & Delivery, Cardiac Services, Operative Services, and Burn Center. All Assistant Unit Manager I positions are assigned to work Night Shift . The current vacancies for this position are in the NICU, MICU, CVICU, and OR departments. For more information, refer to the Assistant Unit Manager I - Specialty Critical Care job description. This position comes with excellent benefits for the employee and their dependents! Click below for more information on the benefits offered at San Bernardino County! TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OPTION MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. T o learn more about our hospital click HERE . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background : Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation, drug test, verification of employment history and education. Availability: Twenty-four (24) hour responsibility, on-call and call-back may be required. Certifications : Additional certifications may be required depending on the needs of the department. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess ALL of the following: License: Must possess and maintain Registered Nurse licensure with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse AND one (1) year of experience in a Specialty Unit such as Medical, Surgical, Cardiovascular, or Neonatal ICU, Emergency Department, Trauma, Labor & Delivery, Cardiac Services, Operative Services, and Burn Center. Experience may be concurrent. Certification: Must possess and maintain current Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and certifications/courses required by unit such as: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Fetal Monitoring Basic Arrhythmia Recognition Critical Care Course National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale Neonatal Intensive Care course Neonatal Resuscitation Program Pediatric Advanced Life Support Operating Room Nursing Course Trauma Nurse Core Course Desired Qualifications Supervisory/charge nurse experience and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing is desired. Selection Process Application Procedure : To receive priority consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. The recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. There will be a competitive evaluation based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to include as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO ) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Supervisory Nurses Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Cal State University (CSU) San Francisco
1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132, USA
Working Title Registered Nurse III SF State University San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu. San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Department Student Health Services Appointment Type This is a one-year probationary position. Time Base Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Work Schedule Monday through Friday; from 8:00am to 5:00pm Anticipated Hiring Range $6,790.00 - $7,000.00 Per Month ($81,480.00 - $84,000.00 Annually) Salary is commensurate with experience. Position Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) III performs and manages professional nursing care and health maintenance services for Student Health Services (SHS) under the general supervision of the Nurse Clinic Manager. The incumbent directly and indirectly provides patient care by using independent decision-making, judgment, and initiative to perform general and specialized nursing functions, and to plan, organize, direct, and oversee the work of others. Position Information Patient Care - Perform RN patient care and triage per SHS protocols as necessary within the clinic As a generalist, determine eligibility of students with disabilities across the disability spectrum by evaluatingdocumentation. Use independent decision-making judgment and initiative with regard to diagnosis and treatment of patients. Triage patients based on a nursing diagnosis through observation of the patient's physical condition and interpretation of information obtained through the patient interview and other sources. Formulate patient care plans that provide for direct and indirect nursing care. Perform therapeutic measures and nursing services ordered by SHS Physicians (MD) and Nurse Practitioners (NP) including: monitor patient's vital signs and response to therapeutic interventions; evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and modifying treatment plans as needed; administer medications and vaccines by various means including oral, nasal, dermal, inhalation, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous routes; perform phlebotomy, inserting intravenous (IV) cannulae and administering medications/IV fluids; perform clinical testing including tuberculosis (TB) skin tests, pulse oximetry, electrocardiograms and pulmonary function tests and performing vision; provide treatment including wound care and ear lavage; and perform Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived laboratory testing of patient specimens and controls per manufacturers' instructions. Act as chaperone during patient exam as needed and requested by patient. Support SHS maintenance by: performing basic infection control practices including the immediate initial cleaning and sanitization of blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM) spills; clean and sterilize equipment and instruments; set up treatment trays, change linen in examination and treatment rooms; monitor clinical refrigerators and freezers to ensure they are operating at required temperatures for the storage of medications and specimens; and maintain adequate levels of clinic medications and supplies. Provide first aid (including CPR and use of AED) to students, staff, faculty and visitors. Assign tasks (within the assignees' scope of practice) to, and review the work of, clinic support staff including Clinical Assistants (CA) and Medical Assistants (MA). Counsel and educate patients as individuals and/or in groups. Maintain patient privacy and the security of patient information in compliance with state and federal regulations. Operational and Administrative - Clinics and CLIA-waived Lab (Clinic) Assist in assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of nursing program(s) to support the SHS needs, including developing nursing standards, protocols, and procedures. Provide lead work direction to and evaluate the work of clinic support staff. Lead work direction involves organizing, scheduling and assigning work, training and orienting employees, providing input to employee selection and performance evaluations and project/program planning, implementation and evaluation as directed by supervisor. Coordinate daily nursing operations and ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet clinic needs. Develop and implement in-service training and special programs such as health lecture series or testing programs in response to the needs of the SHS and SF State campus community. Fulfill state and federal requirements regarding mandatory reporting. Perform and document daily and weekly SHS equipment checks including instrument calibration. Perform and document periodic (monthly/yearly etc.) SHS equipment preventative maintenance. Maintain adequate levels of clinic medications and supplies. Maintain adequate levels of front office supplies (including medical records). Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities. Participate in and/or co-lead SHS work group (infection control, SHBP, QI, Equity & Inclusion). Other Duties as Assigned At All Times Demonstrate behaviors that are in line with the User-Friendly Principles (P530C) and Principles of Conduct for a Multi-Cultural University (P30D). Demonstrate safe work practices for oneself, others and the office environment. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods and procedures; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; medical supplies and equipment used in nursing practice; and the uses and effects of medications and narcotics. Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing and the scope of practice limitations of clinic support staff. Possess broader and specialized nursing knowledge that supports the performance of specialized duties in such areas as, but not limited to, triage and assessment, patient counseling, and staffing specialized nursing clinics; broader knowledge of clinic operations and the development and implementation of a nursing program, including procedures and protocols. Possess a working knowledge of effective supervisory methods and techniques; more comprehensive understanding of nursing programs and specialties. Abilities: Ability to effectively apply nursing knowledge and demonstrate proper techniques and skills in performing nursing duties; accurately observe and record symptoms, behaviors, and reactions to treatments in order to make a nursing diagnosis; respond with therapy to treatment reactions; use applicable health center automated systems to perform duties and maintain records and prepare reports; gain the cooperation of patients; analyze emergency situations and take prompt action; maintain patient confidentiality and privacy in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations; maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff; and be sensitive to and communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds. Ability to provide effective work direction: plan and organize the work of others; assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate a nursing program which may include one or more nursing specialties or clinics. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a professional nursing program in an approved school of nursing or by additional preparation as approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Three years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience which has provided evidence of the ability to perform the nursing duties described above and has included administrative and lead responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. License and Certifications: Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California and certification in CPR/AED. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in college health, public health, or urgent care/emergency room. Full-time equivalent of at least three (3) years of experience as an acute care nurse (either hospital-based or outpatient setting) in which supervisory abilities have been demonstrated. Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate nursing program(s) including one or more SHS departments or clinical areas. Demonstrated ability to analyze emergency situations and take prompt action. Experience with applicable health center automated systems to perform duties and maintain records and prepare reports. Core Competencies - embody the following competencies: Bias toward collaboration and teamwork. Effective communication skills across a variety of venues. Customer/Client Focus with an emphasis in problem solving and resolution. Personal effectiveness and credibility as demonstrated by interpersonal and professional confidence. Diversity and inclusion. REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Must pass a credentialing check including verification of education, training, and licensure. Must pass background check which includes fingerprinting. Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Possess and maintain a valid Basic Life Support/Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (CPR/AED). Environmental/Physical/Special Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires the successful completion of a background check. Eligibility to Work Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire. Benefits Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee. CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only) Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference. Additional Information SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS). Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations. CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process are encouraged to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu. The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872. Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time. Advertised: Mar 22 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Working Title Registered Nurse III SF State University San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu. San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Department Student Health Services Appointment Type This is a one-year probationary position. Time Base Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Work Schedule Monday through Friday; from 8:00am to 5:00pm Anticipated Hiring Range $6,790.00 - $7,000.00 Per Month ($81,480.00 - $84,000.00 Annually) Salary is commensurate with experience. Position Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) III performs and manages professional nursing care and health maintenance services for Student Health Services (SHS) under the general supervision of the Nurse Clinic Manager. The incumbent directly and indirectly provides patient care by using independent decision-making, judgment, and initiative to perform general and specialized nursing functions, and to plan, organize, direct, and oversee the work of others. Position Information Patient Care - Perform RN patient care and triage per SHS protocols as necessary within the clinic As a generalist, determine eligibility of students with disabilities across the disability spectrum by evaluatingdocumentation. Use independent decision-making judgment and initiative with regard to diagnosis and treatment of patients. Triage patients based on a nursing diagnosis through observation of the patient's physical condition and interpretation of information obtained through the patient interview and other sources. Formulate patient care plans that provide for direct and indirect nursing care. Perform therapeutic measures and nursing services ordered by SHS Physicians (MD) and Nurse Practitioners (NP) including: monitor patient's vital signs and response to therapeutic interventions; evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and modifying treatment plans as needed; administer medications and vaccines by various means including oral, nasal, dermal, inhalation, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous routes; perform phlebotomy, inserting intravenous (IV) cannulae and administering medications/IV fluids; perform clinical testing including tuberculosis (TB) skin tests, pulse oximetry, electrocardiograms and pulmonary function tests and performing vision; provide treatment including wound care and ear lavage; and perform Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived laboratory testing of patient specimens and controls per manufacturers' instructions. Act as chaperone during patient exam as needed and requested by patient. Support SHS maintenance by: performing basic infection control practices including the immediate initial cleaning and sanitization of blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM) spills; clean and sterilize equipment and instruments; set up treatment trays, change linen in examination and treatment rooms; monitor clinical refrigerators and freezers to ensure they are operating at required temperatures for the storage of medications and specimens; and maintain adequate levels of clinic medications and supplies. Provide first aid (including CPR and use of AED) to students, staff, faculty and visitors. Assign tasks (within the assignees' scope of practice) to, and review the work of, clinic support staff including Clinical Assistants (CA) and Medical Assistants (MA). Counsel and educate patients as individuals and/or in groups. Maintain patient privacy and the security of patient information in compliance with state and federal regulations. Operational and Administrative - Clinics and CLIA-waived Lab (Clinic) Assist in assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of nursing program(s) to support the SHS needs, including developing nursing standards, protocols, and procedures. Provide lead work direction to and evaluate the work of clinic support staff. Lead work direction involves organizing, scheduling and assigning work, training and orienting employees, providing input to employee selection and performance evaluations and project/program planning, implementation and evaluation as directed by supervisor. Coordinate daily nursing operations and ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet clinic needs. Develop and implement in-service training and special programs such as health lecture series or testing programs in response to the needs of the SHS and SF State campus community. Fulfill state and federal requirements regarding mandatory reporting. Perform and document daily and weekly SHS equipment checks including instrument calibration. Perform and document periodic (monthly/yearly etc.) SHS equipment preventative maintenance. Maintain adequate levels of clinic medications and supplies. Maintain adequate levels of front office supplies (including medical records). Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities. Participate in and/or co-lead SHS work group (infection control, SHBP, QI, Equity & Inclusion). Other Duties as Assigned At All Times Demonstrate behaviors that are in line with the User-Friendly Principles (P530C) and Principles of Conduct for a Multi-Cultural University (P30D). Demonstrate safe work practices for oneself, others and the office environment. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods and procedures; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; medical supplies and equipment used in nursing practice; and the uses and effects of medications and narcotics. Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing and the scope of practice limitations of clinic support staff. Possess broader and specialized nursing knowledge that supports the performance of specialized duties in such areas as, but not limited to, triage and assessment, patient counseling, and staffing specialized nursing clinics; broader knowledge of clinic operations and the development and implementation of a nursing program, including procedures and protocols. Possess a working knowledge of effective supervisory methods and techniques; more comprehensive understanding of nursing programs and specialties. Abilities: Ability to effectively apply nursing knowledge and demonstrate proper techniques and skills in performing nursing duties; accurately observe and record symptoms, behaviors, and reactions to treatments in order to make a nursing diagnosis; respond with therapy to treatment reactions; use applicable health center automated systems to perform duties and maintain records and prepare reports; gain the cooperation of patients; analyze emergency situations and take prompt action; maintain patient confidentiality and privacy in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations; maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff; and be sensitive to and communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds. Ability to provide effective work direction: plan and organize the work of others; assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate a nursing program which may include one or more nursing specialties or clinics. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a professional nursing program in an approved school of nursing or by additional preparation as approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Three years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience which has provided evidence of the ability to perform the nursing duties described above and has included administrative and lead responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. License and Certifications: Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California and certification in CPR/AED. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in college health, public health, or urgent care/emergency room. Full-time equivalent of at least three (3) years of experience as an acute care nurse (either hospital-based or outpatient setting) in which supervisory abilities have been demonstrated. Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate nursing program(s) including one or more SHS departments or clinical areas. Demonstrated ability to analyze emergency situations and take prompt action. Experience with applicable health center automated systems to perform duties and maintain records and prepare reports. Core Competencies - embody the following competencies: Bias toward collaboration and teamwork. Effective communication skills across a variety of venues. Customer/Client Focus with an emphasis in problem solving and resolution. Personal effectiveness and credibility as demonstrated by interpersonal and professional confidence. Diversity and inclusion. REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Must pass a credentialing check including verification of education, training, and licensure. Must pass background check which includes fingerprinting. Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Possess and maintain a valid Basic Life Support/Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (CPR/AED). Environmental/Physical/Special Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires the successful completion of a background check. Eligibility to Work Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire. Benefits Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee. CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only) Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference. Additional Information SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS). Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations. CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process are encouraged to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu. The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872. Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time. Advertised: Mar 22 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time: