Description
The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of
Public Health Nurse Intern/Public Health Nurse in the Health and Human Services Department. This position provides the full range of public health nursing services including teaching, health assessment, and counseling services in homes, clinics, schools and community centers in connection with the prevention and control of diseases and adverse health conditions. Public Health Nurses are assigned to specific programs such as Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, California Children’s Services, Child Health and Disability Prevention, Foster Care and communicable disease control. Performs related work as assigned.
Public Health Nurse Intern: is a recruiting and training level class established to qualify candidates for duties as a PHN in Yuba County Health & Human Services Department. Under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of public health nursing duties in assigned program areas while pursuing a Public Health Nurse Certification. Upon satisfactory completion of the PHN Certification, the PHN Intern are eligible for promotion to the level of PHN. Incumbents who do not successfully complete the PHN certification as prescribed herein may be released from employment.
Public Health Nurse: is the entry level in this class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of public health nursing duties in assigned program areas. As experience is gained, assignments become more complex and are performed under more general supervision.
About Public Health Yuba County Public Health nurses work with individuals, families, and the community in a holistic way. The Social Determinants of Health and the 10 Essential Public Health Services heavily influence our programs and initiatives. This may look like applying fluoride varnish to a child, helping a new mother learn how to breastfeed, assisting a father who is worried about his one year old child’s developmental status and managing a caseload of medically fragile children, children in foster care or developing programs to assist the community achieve wellness.
About Yuba County Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.
Job Description URL:
https://cms7files.revize.com/yubaca/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Orga...Job PDF:
PHN INTERNPHN MARCH 2024 FLYER.pdf Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has the ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands; combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions, be self-motivated, skilled communicator, organized, advanced computer skills as well as skill in providing excellent nursing services in a variety of settings. Additionally, assesses patient status and needs and takes appropriate action to provide for the modification of treatment plans to maximize care effectiveness.
Required Qualifications: Intern Minimum: Graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in nursing and possession of a license as a Registered Nurse.
PHN Minimum: Graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in nursing and possession of a license as a Registered Nurse and a Public Health Nurse Certificate. PHN Preferred: In addition to the minimum, some experience in nursing.
Licenses and Certifications All Levels: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment. Possess a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
PHN Intern: The ability to obtain a certification as a PHN in the State of California within 12 months of employment with proof of application within 3 months of date of hire.
PHN: Possession of valid certification as a PHN in the State of California.
Working Conditions: Work in a standard office or clinic setting. Work may require exposure to sources of potentially contagious pathogens in the course of field duties, while wearing personal protective equipment. May be required to work extended hours. May be required to attend meetings outside of normal business hours. Will be required to be available for call back in emergency situations.
Benefits
MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this
link.
RETIREMENT MISCELLANEOUS:
Classic: 2% @ 55
New: 2% @ 62
For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit
CalPERS Retirement.
SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program
MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.
STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDIprovides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.
MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit
Health Insurance and see General Resources.
DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.
*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.
LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves and dependents.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.
UNION AFFILIATION:
Yuba County Employee Association (YCEA). To learn more visit
Labor Relations.
F
or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Yuba County Employees Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this Yuba County Employee's Association (YCEA) Benefits Summary . Special Instructions
FINAL FILING DEADLINE: *** OPEN UNTIL FILLED*** (Application Review On-going) **It is very important that you check your email (that is on your application) during the duration of this recruitment. We may be communicating periodically about the recruitment, selection and application status via email. IMPORTANT: Due to the coronavirus affecting the county’s ability to safely conduct selection procedures such as, but not limited to: Qualifications Appraisal Panels, Speed Interviews, Written Exams, Departmental Interviews, etc. the Personnel Director may provide direction to postpone or change selection procedures, extend recruitments and/or cancel and pause recruitments as deemed necessary. The Human Resources department is working with departments to provide support to fill critical positions.
APPLICATION SCREENING:
An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.
TO APPLY
ON-LINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted on-line through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application.
OR
HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at
http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.
All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County.
Communications are sent from two mail servers; Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us. Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.
Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:
- Completed Yuba County Employment Application (OnLine or Hard Copy)
- Supplemental Questionnaire
- Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
- Copies of RN/PHN Certifications
(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at:
http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.
RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:
The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:
(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 - 8 weeks for successful candidates).
WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:
When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:
An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.
DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEW:
The Health & Human Services department will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.
E-VERIFY: Yuba County participates in the E-Verify system. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each NEW employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruitment Contact
Contact phone:
(530)749-7865
Contact email:
econtreras@co.yuba.ca.usClosing Date/Time: Until filled
