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REGISTERED NURSE I: $6910.04 - $10066.60 MONTHLY RELIEF NURSE: $57.44 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 12/17/2020 - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: YELRN3 OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY 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 27 health centers and four 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 $6.2 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . 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. 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 certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. (Please see Special Requirement Information) 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: 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 License and Certification 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. *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. **Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their 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. The required license and certification MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license or certification will NOT be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: The examination content will consist of: An unproctored, multiple choice test, weighted 100%, covering the following areas: Professional Potential Achievement Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Working to High Quality Standards Adapting to Change Coping with Uncertainty Willingness to Learn Responsibility Deductive Reasoning WRITTEN TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and pass the unproctored, multiple choice written examination with a score of 70% or higher in order to be added to 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. TRANSFER OF SCORES Applicants that have taken identical written test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their written test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at: http://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit . 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 accordingly. The names of the candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the eligible register without indication of relative standing in the exam. Successful candidates will remain on the register 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. 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: Any 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., PST, 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. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of you 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. 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 sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please ensure to reference your attachment(s) by including your full name (as it appears on your application), examination number and examination title in the subject of your email. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: 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. 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) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (323) 914-8016 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

Definition and Class Characteristics Interested in joining a fast-paced work environment filled with caring professionals dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable community members? The Nevada County Behavioral Health Department is seeking a Registered Nurse I or II, or a Behavioral Health Nurse I or II, to work as part of a clinical team including a supervisor, psychiatrist, case manager, therapist, and another nurse. This individual provides support for medication refills, nursing assessments, assisting psychiatrists in daily duties, and coordinating services within the clinical team, with primary care and other agencies. We have a friendly, nurturing work environment, and we enjoy the privilege of serving individuals with serious mental illness. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem solving. We seek individuals who are not only caring, but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time. Registered Nurse I is the entry-level class in the professional nursing series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity. Qualified candidates for the RN I will have graduated from an accredited school of nursing, preferably with an Associate of Science degree in Nursing; possess a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; and hold a current CPR certificate. Registered Nurse II is the journey level class in the series, fully qualified to independently perform the full range of duties using professional judgment within the framework of standardized policies, procedures, and protocols. Incumbents may provide training, direction and guidance to other team members and less experienced employees. In addition to the requirements for RN I, the RN II candidates will have a minimum of two years of responsible work experience equivalent to Nevada County's classification of RN I. This position is full-time and fully benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; and an FSA. We also offer flexible schedules to our staff! Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides important programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Want to learn more? Read the full job description here .Closing Date/Time: 2/1/2021 5:00 PM Pacific

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Registered Nurse I providing support to the Carter, Garvin, Jefferson, Johnston, Love, Marshall, Murray, Pontotoc, and Stephens County Health Departments. This is an unclassified position in state government, located in Ardmore, OK. OSDH comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ]. The annual salary for this position is up to $50,026.00, based on education and experience. Position Description : Provide direct or indirect professional nursing services in a variety of settings. This includes providing nursing assessments, planning, interventions, evaluations, health related education, case management, and execution of the medical regime including administering medications and treatments prescribed by any person authorized to prescribe by state law. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Duties include, but are not limited to: •Assesses health status of individuals, families, and communities; develops plans and implements appropriate nursing interventions. •Evaluates and determines health resources necessary to meet individual, family and community health needs. •Delivers professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting. •Educates individuals, families, communities, and members of the health care team about the principles of disease prevention and health promotion. •Provides supervision to other professional or paraprofessional personnel; collaborates with other professionals in the management of health care. •Delegate tasks that may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act. •Assures quality health care through use of various measures such as record review, peer review, direct observation, and assessment of individual, family, and community for the desired outcome. •Performs specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared. •Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Requirements consist of possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required to perform duties at this level include knowledge of the principles and practices of professional nursing, of health promotion and disease prevention. Ability is required to perform assessments and nursing functions as acquired in the basic nursing preparation program. Physical Demands and Work Environment •Must be able to move to provide examinations 80% of the time. •Combination of office and exam offices. •May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. •Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. •Use of N-95 respirator is required. •Work related travel required. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

The Job WE HAVE A COMPETITIVE SALARY & OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS AND OPTIONS! Traditional Benefits Option OR Modified Benefits Option The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Health Services Division employs professional staff with extensive skills providing healthcare to correctional patients of the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department and is recruiting for caring and compassionate Registered Nurses determined to make a positive difference in healthcare, one patient at a time. Experienced and entry level Registered Nurses excited about the specialty field of correctional healthcare are encouraged to apply. Correctional healthcare offers a safe environment and a wide variety of experiences with clinical opportunities to develop extensive nursing skills in the areas of assessment, routine, urgent, and emergent healthcare. Opportunities to work with specialty services include orthopedics, GI, dialysis, women's health, oncology, oral surgery, wound care, rehabilitation, ophthalmology, etc. Nurses passionate about professional healthcare and patient education improve the lives and functioning of this unique patient population. There are many patients with chronic conditions identified that benefit from disease management, medication administration and lifestyle changing education. Apply today for an opportunity to join the proud legacy of the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Health Services Division. To learn more about the position, salary and benefits review the Nurse's Unit and Per Diem Nurse's Unit Memoranda of Understanding. Current vacancies exist in the Sheriff's Department for the night shift, which includes a differential pay of $3.50 per hour; opportunities to move to day and evening shift are available based on seniority. The resulting eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies in the Probation Department. We are also accepting applications for Registered Nurse II - Corrections and Correctional Nurse Per Diem which require separate applications. Applicants are encouraged to view the Registered Nurse II - Corrections and Registered Nurse Per Diem - Corrections announcements and apply for all levels, as appropriate. THE DEPARTMENT The Sheriff's Health Services Division strives for excellence and professionalism, individually, and as a team. Extensive initial orientation and ongoing training is provided to entry level and experienced Registered Nurses to develop the clinical skills specific for correctional healthcare with post orientation mentoring. Correctional Registered Nurses work closely with Sheriff's custody staff as part of a team of partners in healthcare including physicians, dentists, specialists, mental health professionals, and support staff. The department offers a safe working environment, complimentary meals during working hours and an onsite gym. *Official Title: Correctional Nurse I For more detailed information, view the Correctional Nurse I job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) Certification: Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support certification. 2) Shift: Must be available to work various 8-12 hour shifts on a 24 hour basis, which include day, night, swing, rotating, holidays and weekends. A shift differential of $2.00 per hour evening shift and $3.50 per hour night shift applies. 3) Background: Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony and must successfully pass an extensive background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and polygraph . 4) Physical Demands: Incumbents will be required to immediately respond to emergency situations while on duty which may involve hostile and volatile wards and inmates. Requires the following physical demands: balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, stooping, turning, twisting and walking long distances both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions; hand and finger dexterity in both hands; ability to manipulate heavy duty security locks and doors; reaching or working above and below shoulder level; normal vision, including color discrimination; normal hearing; and carrying up to 10 pounds. 5) Working Conditions: Working conditions involve exposure to hazardous and infectious materials and communicable diseases. 6) Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation . 7) Incumbents in the class of Correctional Nurse I are eligible for promotion to Correctional Nurse II upon meeting the minimum qualifications and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report . Employees must qualify for promotion to Correctional Nurse II within 12 months or be terminated. Interim Permit incumbents must successfully pass the NCLEX examination within six (6) months or may be terminated. Minimum Requirements License: Must possess and maintain a current registered nurse Interim Permit or a license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. -AND- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification No experience required Desired Qualifications Candidates possessing experience in a correctional environment are desired. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of your qualifications based on a review of the application material and supplemental questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be complete and thorough in your responses, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. All communications regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. 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. 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FIRST DAY OF FILING: December 17, 2020 at 8:00 a. m. (PST) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER - Y5139B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT - OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 27 health centers and four 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 $6.2 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . 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. THE MISSION: We're remaking the nation's largest county-run correctional health system with a focus on social justice medicine, compassionate whole-person care, community partnership and professional growth. Every day, we put our vision and our values into practice as we strive to improve healthcare for uniquely underserved population. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Upon appointment, a 5.5% bonus will be added for performing Department of Health Services' Correctional Health Standardized procedures. DEFINITION: This class provides professional nursing care and services to inmate patients in Correctional Health facility. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. 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. Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, standardized procedures and/or education programs to increase or maintain professional competency. Seek experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies. Participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains courteous and respectful interaction with patients, co-workers, and members of the public. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Assists with responses to ALCU inquiries, third party complaints, inmate complaints and court orders by providing complete and accurate information in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. 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 the assigned work. The RN I, Correctional Health is accountable for the completion of delegated work, as required. Assessment/Reassessment: Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information as part of a comprehensive assessment. Observes overall patient condition including physically assessing the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; spiritual influences; and age specific and biophysical needs. Reviews all available information, including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Documents all findings and observations. Initiates reassessment of patients. Recognizes deviations from baseline and interprets subtle changes in a patient's condition. Prioritizes care based on appropriate identification of nursing diagnosis and patient needs. Planning: Formulates a plan of care and/or nursing care plans based upon assessment in accordance with provider orders and/or approved departmental standardized procedures. Identifies nursing care objectives and makes appropriate referrals. 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 coordination with identified sources for discharge when available. Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient education. 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 appropriate. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Implements the integrated plan of care and coordinates patient care activities with members of the health care team. Provides teaching including aftercare instructions. Recognizes safety hazards in the patient care environment and initiates timely and appropriate intervention. Uses patient care equipment and devices safely. 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 appropriately with patients and/or caregivers concerning care and treatment plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A license* to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing AND a current certification** issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. 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: 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 License and Certification 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. *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. **Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their 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. The required license, certificate, and/or permit MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted. 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. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a multiple choice test, weighted 100%, covering the following areas: • Professional Potential • Achievement • Working Relationships • Analyzing Information • Learning Quickly • Generating New Ideas • Using Time Efficiently • Working to High Quality Standards • Adapting to Change • Coping with Uncertainty • Willingness to Learn • Responsibility • Deductive Reasoning NOTES: Applicants MUST MEET the SELECTION REQUIREMENT S and ACHIVE a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple choice test in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. TRANSFER OF SCORES Applicants that have taken identical written test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their written test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests 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." Test Preparation Information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests/ . 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 ibelmont@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. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF SCORES Applicants that have taken identical written test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their written test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. 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 receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register without indication of relative standing in the exam. Successful candidates will remain on the register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services - Correctional Health as they occur. 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 may be required 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. 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 on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. 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 Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance 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. 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 . 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 required documents, you may email the documents 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Israel Belmont, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7587 ibelmont@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

Definition and Class Characteristics The Public Health Department is pleased to be hiring a temporary Registered Nurse or Public Health Nurse! Passionate about public health efforts in our community and want to make a difference in the lives of citizens? If so, come join a lively team of creative people who work and collaborate on various prevention and education efforts. Apply to work for our organization and help us protect lives, prevent disease, and promote health for our county's residents! The temporary RN or PHN will work as part of the Public Health Department's Communicable Disease Team to address various aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This will likely include case investigations, contact tracing, and case management. They will also provide some clinical services, such as collecting swab specimens and administration of vaccines when available. The RN / PHN may train and lead teams of other Public Health or other County staff members who are redeployed to contain and/or mitigate the spread of the virus. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Under direct supervision, provides clinical or field nursing services within the County utilizing professional skills; provides medication support services according to prescribed guidelines; learns and applies case management skills; and performs related duties as assigned. Nurse I: This is the entry level class in the professional nursing series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity. This class is flexibly staffed with Registered Nurse II and incumbents normally advance to the higher level after gaining sufficient experience and demonstrating proficiency to meet the requirements of Registered Nurse II.  Examples of Duties Essential: Provides clinical services and administers prescribed medication in the clinic or in a non-clinic setting to those who cannot attend the clinic for these services Draws blood, gives injections, administers and reads skin tests, administers immunizations and prescribed medications and treatments, obtains laboratory specimens such as throat cultures Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician regarding reactions to treatment, including drugs and changes in the client's physical and emotional condition Assists in epidemiological investigations, e.g., obtains names of communicable disease contacts and makes referrals for tests and medical care Contacts and/or visits frail and/or isolated elderly persons; makes physical and emotional assessments and initiates services to promote health and well-being and prevent premature institutionalization Refers clients to and coordinates nursing services with community social, health and behavioral health services; follows up and ensures continuity of client care Participates in community outreach and health promotion events such as health fairs, blood pressure and flu clinics, radio shows, etc.; provides preventive health care services and promotes public awareness of program; drafts and/or distributes newspaper articles, educational pamphlets and related information Teaches clients and families about preventive health measures, such as nutrition, immunizations, accident prevention, and family planning; obtains health histories Prepares records and reports Evaluates health care; maintains statistics and inventories of medical supplies. Important Learns and applies case management skills on assigned groups or populations of clients Knowledge and Skills Required QUALIFICATIONS NOTE: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics. Knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods and techniques of nursing as applied to a Public Health Department clinic setting Family planning methods, pregnancy options, and methods of control of communicable disease, including tuberculosis and sexually transmitted disease Clinic routines and protocols Federal and state laws, rules and regulations governing the practice of nursing Norms of child growth and development; norms of adult life cycle Personal computer applications for word processing and spread sheets (desirable) Social and emotional problems of seniors, including those related to disability and chronic disease Medical terminology and equipment Skill in: Securing the cooperation of and working effectively with clients, families, health care providers, other agencies, and other involved parties Independently planning, organizing, and implementing clinic and field nursing duties Administering medications and injections and dressing wounds Assisting public health nurses and clinic practitioners with clinics as needed Assuring quality of care and coordinating nursing services with other providers/programs Preparing and maintaining organized, detailed and accurate records and reports Providing health information and education Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Communicating effectively orally and in writing Using sound judgment Education and Experience Required COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES LISTED AS REQUIRED IN THIS SECTION MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.  Associate of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university preferred. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid license as a registered nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a current CPR certificate. Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire.   Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings, to bend, reach, and grasp and strength to lift up to thirty pounds, carry and position supplies and equipment; manual dexterity and sense of touch to conduct physical health assessments, give injections and draw blood; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen, and to examine and observe clients; hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone; working in exposure to communicable disease and/or blood-borne pathogens. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.   Other Requirements: This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.  Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent.  Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.  Closing Date/Time: Continuous

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5133C FILING START DATE 05/20/19 at 8:00 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. 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. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest health system in the nation, providing compassionate, quality care through its integrated system of hospitals and community-based clinics. DHS annually cares for about 600,000 unique patients, employs over 22,000 staff and has an annual operating budget of $4.3 billion. DHS leads the County's effort to provide health services to the residents of Los Angeles County, of which approximately two million are uninsured. DHS hospitals also conduct post-graduate medical education through university affiliations for interns, residents and fellows to train the physician workforce for tomorrow. MISSION Our mission is to ensure access to high-quality, patient-centered, cost-effective health care to Los Angeles County residents through direct services at DHS facilities and through collaboration with community and university partners. 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. May participate in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. May participate in product evaluation and product standardization activities. May participate in organization-wide committees and projects. 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. Recognizes deviations from baseline and interprets subtle changes in a patient's condition. Planning: Formulates nursing care plans based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures and/or protocols. Identifies nursing care objectives. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other interdisciplinary patient care team members. Establishes patient goals and treatment plans. 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. Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient/family education. 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 certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. -AND- 3. A fully executed Michael D. Antonovich Registered Nurse Service Scholarship Agreement processed through the DHS Contract and Grants Division, reflecting that you are a recipient of the grant. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQIREMENTS: A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. 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 license as specified in the Selection Requirements. The required license(s) and certification(s) MUST be current/active, and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license or certification will NOT be accepted. The required license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, California Board of Registered Nursing will be verified at the following website: https://search.dca.ca.gov Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their 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. Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the fully executed copy of the Registered Nurse Service Scholarship Agreement processed through the DHS Contract and Grants Division at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of the scholarship contract documentation will be rejected. A valid California Class C Drivers 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 weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a structured interview which will evaluate Job Preparation and Knowledge of Position, Interpersonal/Oral Communication, Work Skills, Adaptability and Dependability, and Analytical and Decision-Making Ability, weighted at 100%. Candidates must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this 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 truocco@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 in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. A person that passes or fails the interview may not complete this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. If you have applied and did not meet the minimum qualifications, you may reapply 30 days from the submission date of the rejected application. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible registered 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 "APPLY" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely to receive full credit for related education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Please do not group your experience, for each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worded per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment is made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be REJECTED. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Teresa Ruocco at truocco@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include your full name, examination number and examination title in the subject of your email. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: 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. 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 . 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) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Teresa Ruocco, Exam Analyst (323) 914-8248 truocco@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

Position The County of Madera is establishing a list of qualified applicants for this position. Applications will be accepted continuously until otherwise noted and the list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification. Applications will remain on file for one year from the date the list is established. Under general supervision, to perform a variety of professional nursing services; to conduct clinics; to provide screening and sick call services for County Correctional facilities and Juvenile Hall; to coordinate preventive and other health care for elderly people; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Exercises no supervision. Examples of Duties Coordinates preventative health care and nursing services for the elderly population; provides nursing services at elderly health clinics; administers immunizations; provides counseling on health subjects and life style changes; gathers and prepares educational material for handouts; prepares annual reports on assigned activities; maintains cost comparison information for health programs; takes health histories and provides nursing services for VDclinics, chest clinics, and WIC clinics; coordinates nursing care for youth at Juvenile Hall; conducts physical assessments on new admittees to Juvenile Hall; maintains health information and records for young people in Juvenile Hall; counsels Juvenile Hall residents on health practices; performs tests and gathers health information for pre-employment physicals; picks-up sick call requests and medical intake sheets for County Correctional facilities; prepares facilities for sick call services; reviews sick call requests to determine if inmates should see a nurse or doctor; conducts sick call nursing examinations; insures that medical records are properly updated; completes monthly and quarterly immunization reports; confers with a physician to determine which inmates need medication orders and orders appropriate medication; reviews received medications for labeling and requirements for administration; responds to emergencies at correctional facilities; reviews medical records and information for inmates being released; notes physician's order for dental examinations, outside medical help, and laboratory work required; provides information to others; administers hepatitis injections to County employees and school personnel. OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Current trends and practices in professional nursing. Causes, treatment, prevention, and early detection of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, and handicapping conditions. Preventive medicine. Health education and informational services. Skill to: Learn to operate clinical test devices and equipment. Ability to: Learn principles, methods, and procedures of nursing as applied to public health needs and practices. Learn the conduct of health clinics and sick call services. Perform a wide variety of professional nursing services. Provide instruction in disease prevention and promote proper nursing care services. Gather information and prepare a variety of reports. Effectively represent the Health Department and nursing services to the public, community organizations, boards, commissions, and other government agencies. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education & Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience: No experience is necessary. Training: Associate of Arts degree in nursing. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Special Requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 25 lbs; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, chemicals, explosive materials, and infectious diseases. Application Process The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible. Only qualified applicants, who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process which may be administered either by a written examination, oral interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application. The examination process will include a appraisal panel (100% weight). Passing score is 70% out of 100% on each assessment section. THE APPRAISAL PANEL WILL BE SCHEDULED AS NEEDED DUE TO THIS BEING A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/maderacountyca. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application. Those applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return. Placement on Eligible List: The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final grade on an examination, they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. In case this fails to break the tie, they shall be ranked in the order of filing applications. Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list, in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. Eligible lists resulting from continuous testing shall remain on such lists for one year. The duration of the eligible list is determined by Civil Service Commission Rules. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: As a condition of employment with the County of Madera, a candidate must submit to a Tuberculosis (TB) screening, and related follow up testing as necessary. Designated classifications* are also subject to a medical examination, which includes a review of medical history. TB screenings and medical exams are administered by the Madera County Public Health Department and/or health care professional designated by the County. Designated classifications required to submit to an employment medical examination generally include those that are physical in nature or as may be required by law. If you have any questions about the pre-employment requirements, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (559) 675-7705 or hr@maderacounty.com. ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT: You will be required to submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of and as a condition of an offer of employment. TO APPLY: Website: www.maderacounty.com Department of Human Resources 200 W. 4th Street, 4th Floor, Madera California 93637 Phone: 559.675.7705 TDD Phone: 559.675.8970 24-Hour Job Line: 559.675.7697 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Madera County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by Federal or State law. Closing Date/Time:

EXAM NUMBER: PH5133B FIRST DAY OF FILING: 11/19/2020 Beginning Thursday, November 19, 2020, at 12:30 p.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION : This class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. 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. 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. May delegate, assign, and/or supervise the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students. May participate in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. May participate in product evaluation and product standardization activities. May participate in organization-wide committees and projects. 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. Recognizes deviations from baseline and interprets subtle changes in a patient's condition. Planning: Formulates nursing care plans based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures and/or protocols. Identifies nursing care objectives. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other interdisciplinary patient care team members. Establishes patient goals and treatment plans. 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. Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient/family education. 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. Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Provides patient/family education based on identified learning needs utilizing available teaching resources. Counsels patients and care givers concerning patient care and treatment plans. Communicates identified needs and patient responses to members of the interdisciplinary team. Implements the integrated plan of care and coordinates patient care activities with members of the health care team. Provides discharge teaching including aftercare instructions, medication administration, follow-up appointments, and appropriate contact information. Recognizes safety hazards in the patient care environment and initiates timely and appropriate intervention. Uses patient care equipment and devices safely; recognizes when equipment and devices are not functioning correctly and takes timely and appropriate action (e.g. removing malfunctioning equipment from patient care area). Evaluation/Monitoring: Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and interventions. 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. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.* -AND- Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).** LICENSES: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Professional Registered Nurse, issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, without limitations or restrictions. A current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) This position requires the possession of a current certification in Basic Life Support to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a current certification before appointment. 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: 3 - 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. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing *** Experience as a Registered Nurse providing direct patient care in a hospital, or a healthcare facility Experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Access, or Microsoft Powerpoint SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Registered Nurse License. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. **Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their current/unexpired BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or e-mail the documents to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. ***In order to receive credit, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter signed by the Director of the Registrar, or an evaluation report of a transcript with your application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov. Official diploma or official transcript, of official letter are defined as transcript or letter that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted which may result in your application being rejected. NOTE: Foreign studies MUST be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. An evaluation report of a transcript is defined as a report issued by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by the NACES or the AICE of the United States. Additional Information EXAMINATION: This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Training and Experience based upon application, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added onto the list of eligible candidates. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Applications will be Processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the list of eligible candidates accordingly. SPECIAL 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 individualized 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. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov. Applicants must submit their completed applications by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . NOTE: If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application online, you must email them to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of the application submission. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Failure to provide complete, accurate information will impact the assessment of your qualifications and the acceptance of your application into the examination process. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification, Selection Requirements, and/or Special Requirements information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so it will result in the application being rejected as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application 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. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes in the format XXX-XX-XXXX. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number . California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-8488 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact E-mail: hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

The Job Apply today for an opportunity to work in the exciting field of Correctional Nursing! CURRENT VACANCIES EXIST IN THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT The County is recruiting for Registered Nurses who provide professional nursing care and services in the Sheriff's and Probation departments within the juvenile and adult correctional facilities. Medical care is provided to inmates and wards from the time of booking through release. All inmates and wards are medically screened upon arrival and evaluated for medical and mental health conditions which could require continued care and treatment. As part of a team of health professionals, Registered Nurses II - Corrections provide a full range of services including daily sick call, medication administration, treatments, dialysis, radiology services, dental care, and psychiatric care. To learn more about the position, salary and benefits review the Nurse's Unit and Per Diem Nurse's Unit Memoranda of Understanding. The list established by this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Sheriff and Probation department vacancies as they arise while the list remains active. Current vacancies exist in Sheriff's Department for the night shift which includes a differential pay of $3.50 per hour. We are also accepting applications for Registered Nurse I - Corrections and Registered Nurse Per Diem - Corrections which require separate applications. Applicants are encouraged to view the Registered Nurse I - Corrections and Registered Nurse Per Diem - Corrections announcements and apply for all levels, as appropriate. *Official Title: Correctional Nurse II For more detailed information, view the Correctional Nurse II job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) Certification: Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support certification. 2) Shift: Must be available to work various 8-12 hour shifts on a 24 hour basis, which include day, night, swing, rotating, holidays and weekends. A shift differential of $2.00 per hour evening shift and $3.50 per hour night shift applies. 3) Background: Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony and must successfully pass an extensive background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and polygraph. 4) Physical Demands: Incumbents will be required to immediately respond to emergency situations while on duty which may involve hostile and volatile wards and inmates. Requires the following physical demands: balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, stooping, turning, twisting and walking long distances both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions; hand and finger dexterity in both hands; ability to manipulate heavy duty security locks and doors; reaching or working above and below shoulder level; normal vision, including color discrimination; normal hearing; and carrying up to 10 pounds. 5) Working Conditions: Working conditions involve exposure to hazardous and infectious materials and communicable diseases. 6) Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess all of the following: License: Must possess and maintain a current license as Registered Nurse in the State of California. Certification: Basis Life Support (BLS) certification Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a health care delivery setting involving direct patient care - OR - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse in a correctional or detention facility, hospital jail ward, psychiatric hospital or psychiatric jail ward. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of your qualifications based on a review of the application material and supplemental questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be complete and thorough in your responses, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. All communications regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. 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. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Closing Date/Time:

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 MISSION Our mission is to ensure access to high-quality, patient-centered, cost-effective health care to Los Angeles County residents through direct services at DHS facilities and through collaboration with community and university partners." 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 fax it to (323) 869-0942 or email it to exam analyst at kzin@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 fax to (323) 869-0942 or email to the exam analyst at kzin@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 the Exam Analyst, Khine Zin at kzin@dhs.lacounty.gov 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: Israel Belmont, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7587 ibelmont@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

Definition and Class Characteristics The Public Health Department is pleased to be hiring a temporary Registered Nurse or Public Health Nurse! Passionate about public health efforts in our community and want to make a difference in the lives of citizens? If so, come join a lively team of creative people who work and collaborate on various prevention and education efforts. Apply to work for our organization and help us protect lives, prevent disease, and promote health for our county's residents! The temporary RN or PHN will work as part of the Public Health Department's Communicable Disease Team to address various aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This will likely include case investigations, contact tracing, and case management. They will also provide some clinical services, such as collecting swab specimens and administration of vaccines when available. The RN / PHN may train and lead teams of other Public Health or other County staff members who are redeployed to contain and/or mitigate the spread of the virus. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. ??????? Under direct supervision, provides clinical or field nursing services within the County utilizing professional skills; provides medication support services according to prescribed guidelines; learns and applies case management skills; and performs related duties as assigned.   Nurse I: This is the entry level class in the professional nursing series.   Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity.  This class is flexibly staffed with Registered Nurse II and incumbents normally advance to the higher level after gaining sufficient experience and demonstrating proficiency to meet the requirements of Registered Nurse II. Nurse II: This is the journey level class in the series, fully qualified to independently perform the full range of duties using professional judgement within the framework of standardized policies, procedures, and protocols.  Medical direction is received from a licensed physician and administrative direction from the Director of Public Health Nursing and Public Health Officer.  Incumbents may provide training, direction and guidance to other team members and less experienced employees.  This class is distinguished from the class of Public Health Nurse I/II by the latter's responsibility for programs or caseloads.   Examples of Duties Essential: Provides clinical services and administers prescribed medication in the clinic or in a non-clinic setting to those who cannot attend the clinic for these services Draws blood, gives injections, administers and reads skin tests, administers immunizations and prescribed medications and treatments, obtains laboratory specimens such as throat cultures Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician regarding reactions to treatment, including drugs and changes in the client's physical and emotional condition Assists in epidemiological investigations, e.g., obtains names of communicable disease contacts and makes referrals for tests and medical care Contacts and/or visits frail and/or isolated elderly persons; makes physical and emotional assessments and initiates services to promote health and well-being and prevent premature institutionalization Refers clients to and coordinates nursing services with community social, health and behavioral health services; follows up and ensures continuity of client care Participates in community outreach and health promotion events such as health fairs, blood pressure and flu clinics, radio shows, etc.; provides preventive health care services and promotes public awareness of program; drafts and/or distributes newspaper articles, educational pamphlets and related information Teaches clients and families about preventive health measures, such as nutrition, immunizations, accident prevention, and family planning; obtains health histories Prepares records and reports Evaluates health care; maintains statistics and inventories of medical supplies Important Learns and applies case management skills on assigned groups or populations of clients Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods and techniques of nursing as applied to a Public Health Department clinic setting Family planning methods, pregnancy options, and methods of control of communicable disease, including tuberculosis and sexually transmitted disease Clinic routines and protocols Federal and state laws, rules and regulations governing the practice of nursing Norms of child growth and development; norms of adult life cycle Personal computer applications for word processing and spread sheets (desirable) Social and emotional problems of seniors, including those related to disability and chronic disease Medical terminology and equipment   Skill in: Securing the cooperation of and working effectively with clients, families, health care providers, other agencies, and other involved parties Independently planning, organizing, and implementing clinic and field nursing duties Administering medications and injections and dressing wounds Assisting public health nurses and clinic practitioners with clinics as needed Assuring quality of care and coordinating nursing services with other providers/programs Preparing and maintaining organized, detailed and accurate records and reports Providing health information and education Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Communicating effectively orally and in writing Using sound judgment Education and Experience Required COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES LISTED AS REQUIRED IN THIS SECTION MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION   Level I: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.  Associate of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university preferred. Level II: (in addition to the above) Minimum of two years of responsible work experience equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Registered Nurse I.  Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid license as a registered nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a current CPR certificate. Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings, to bend, reach, and grasp and strength to lift up to thirty pounds, carry and position supplies and equipment; manual dexterity and sense of touch to conduct physical health assessments, give injections and draw blood; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen, and to examine and observe clients; hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone; working in exposure to communicable disease and/or blood-borne pathogens. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.  Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent.  Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.  Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Definition and Class Characteristics Interested in joining a fast-paced work environment filled with caring professionals dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable community members? The Nevada County Behavioral Health Department is seeking a Registered Nurse I or II, or a Behavioral Health Nurse I or II, to work as part of a clinical team including a supervisor, psychiatrist, case manager, therapist, and another nurse. This individual provides support for medication refills, nursing assessments, assisting psychiatrists in daily duties, and coordinating services within the clinical team, with primary care and other agencies. We have a friendly, nurturing work environment, and we enjoy the privilege of serving individuals with serious mental illness. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem solving. We seek individuals who are not only caring, but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time. Registered Nurse I is the entry level class in the professional nursing series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity. Qualified candidates for the RN I will have graduated from an accredited school of nursing, preferably with an Associate of Science degree in Nursing, possess a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, and hold a current CPR certificate. Registered Nurse II is the journey-level class in the series, fully qualified to independently perform the full range of duties using professional judgment within the framework of standardized policies, procedures, and protocols. Incumbents may provide training, direction and guidance to other team members and less experienced employees. In addition to the requirements for RN I, the RN II candidates will have a minimum of two years of responsible work experience equivalent to Nevada County's classification of RN I. This position is full-time and fully benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; and an FSA. We also offer flexible schedules to our staff! Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides important programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Examples of Duties Essential: Provides clinical services and administers prescribed medication in the clinic or in a non-clinic setting to those who cannot attend the clinic for these services Draws blood, gives injections, administers and reads skin tests, administers immunizations and prescribed medications and treatments, obtains laboratory specimens such as throat cultures Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician regarding reactions to treatment, including drugs and changes in the client's physical and emotional condition Assists in epidemiological investigations, e.g., obtains names of communicable disease contacts and makes referrals for tests and medical care Contacts and/or visits frail and/or isolated elderly persons; makes physical and emotional assessments and initiates services to promote health and well-being and prevent premature institutionalization Refers clients to and coordinates nursing services with community social, health and behavioral health services; follows up and ensures continuity of client care Participates in community outreach and health promotion events such as health fairs, blood pressure and flu clinics, radio shows, etc.; provides preventive health care services and promotes public awareness of program; drafts and/or distributes newspaper articles, educational pamphlets and related information Teaches clients and families about preventive health measures, such as nutrition, immunizations, accident prevention, and family planning; obtains health histories Prepares records and reports Evaluates health care; maintains statistics and inventories of medical supplies Important Learns and applies case management skills on assigned groups or populations of clients Knowledge and Skills Required NOTE: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics. Knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods and techniques of nursing as applied to a Public Health Department clinic setting Family planning methods, pregnancy options, and methods of control of communicable disease, including tuberculosis and sexually transmitted disease Clinic routines and protocols Federal and state laws, rules and regulations governing the practice of nursing Norms of child growth and development; norms of adult life cycle Personal computer applications for word processing and spread sheets (desirable) Social and emotional problems of seniors, including those related to disability and chronic disease Medical terminology and equipment Skill in: Securing the cooperation of and working effectively with clients, families, health care providers, other agencies, and other involved parties Independently planning, organizing, and implementing clinic and field nursing duties Administering medications and injections and dressing wounds Assisting public health nurses and clinic practitioners with clinics as needed Assuring quality of care and coordinating nursing services with other providers/programs Preparing and maintaining organized, detailed and accurate records and reports Providing health information and education Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Communicating effectively orally and in writing Using sound judgment Education and Experience Required Level I: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Associate of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university preferred. Level II: (in addition to the above) Minimum of two years of responsible work experience equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Registered Nurse I. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid license as a registered nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a current CPR certificate. Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings, to bend, reach, and grasp and strength to lift up to thirty pounds, carry and position supplies and equipment; manual dexterity and sense of touch to conduct physical health assessments, give injections and draw blood; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen, and to examine and observe clients; hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone; working in exposure to communicable disease and/or blood-borne pathogens. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.Closing Date/Time: 2/1/2021 5:00 PM Pacific

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 * * 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. The required license and certification MUST be current/active and unrestricted ; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license or certification will NOT be accepted. 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 mteran1@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, Martha Teran at mteran1@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) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Martha Teran, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7045 mteran1@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY To enhance the quality-of-life of County residents and plan for the future well-being of the County's diverse communities; to balance the physical, economic, and social needs of County residents through land use planning, environmental management, neighborhood improvement, and community development; and to promote and protect agriculture, the environment, economic vitality and human health HEALTHY HOMES DEPARTMENT Established in 1991, the Alameda County Healthy Homes Department has become a national leader in childhood lead poisoning prevention and healthy homes programs, combining health, environmental and residential hazard reduction services under one umbrella. The Alameda County Healthy Homes Department's unique multidisciplinary approach serves the community in order to eliminate environmental lead contamination, prevent childhood lead poisoning and improve health outcomes by addressing housing problems. The Program provides case management of lead poisoned children, community outreach and education, training, lead hazard reduction services, healthy homes interventions, and consultations. More information on what our department provides can be found here: https://www.achhd.org THE POSITION Registered Nurse II positions are located in the Health Care Services Agency, Social Services Agency and Community Development Agency. Registered Nurse IIs provide a variety of nursing care services, case management, treatment plan, teaching, counseling and referral to clients and families in a home and/or community setting, provide nursing assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation; coordinate care with other health care providers, professionals and other agencies and community representatives; assist in the prevention of communicable diseases; and perform related duties as required. THE VACANCY The Community Development Agency Healthy Homes Department currently has an opening for Registered Nurse II-PHN option. This position provides Nursing Case Management to families of children with elevated blood lead levels and requires a Public Health Nurse Certificate to conduct home visits (in-person & remote) with families. The nursing process is utilized to provide health education on lead poisoning prevention, lead source identification, monitoring of blood lead levels, developmental evaluation and monitoring, coordination with medical providers, linkages to ancillary services and resources, advocacy, and evaluation of health outcomes. This position works with a multidisciplinary team of paraprofessionals in the environmental and housing sectors within the Department to address the housing-based aspects of the child's lead poisoning for best health outcomes. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid Public Health Nursing (PHN) Certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS For Both Levels I & II License/Certificate: - Possession of a current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. - Some positions may require possession of a current and valid Public Health Nurse (PHN) Certificate issued by the State of California - Some positions may require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Special Requirements: 1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. 2. In Compliance with Medicare regulations, employees in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. For Level II Either I Experience: The equivalent of six months of full-time experience as a Registered Nurse I in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) Or II The equivalent of one year of full-time recent experience with the last five years at a comparable level as a Registered Nurse in a clinical and/or public health setting. Some positions may require one (1) year of experience in a specialty area. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Theories, principles, procedures, techniques, standards and practices of public health nursing. • Anatomy, physiology, chemistry, pharmacology, growth and development, medical surgical nursing, nutrition, community health, and population based communities. • Principles and practices of the nursing process. • Wellness to illness continuum. • Nursing procedures, techniques, equipment and supplies. • Contact investigation and infection control principles. • Health systems, agencies, and patterns of referral. • Major disease conditions, current prevention techniques, therapies, and treatments. • Community resources and health systems. • Collaborative health planning with multi-disciplinary teams. • Principles and practices of effective organization. • Computer applications related to the work. Ability to: • Maintain confidentiality. • Communicate effectively orally and in writing. • Teach and counsel patients, families, and staff. • Exercise independent judgment. • Interpret data. • Analyze, evaluate and draw logical conclusions. • Respond effectively to emergency situations. • Exercise interpersonal sensitivity to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, other agencies and the public. • Practice effective nursing in diverse/multicultural environments. • Plan, organize and prioritize. • Make effective use of available materials and human resources. • Provide safe, effective and efficient nursing care. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Employee Mortgage Loan Program Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY: Pleasecontact Lidice De la Fuente at Lidice.delafuente@acgov.org or call 510-567-8291 . You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at anytime. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Definition and Class Characteristics Interested in joining a fast-paced work environment filled with caring professionals dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable community members? The Nevada County Behavioral Health Department is seeking a Registered Nurse I or II, or a Behavioral Health Nurse I or II, to work as part of a clinical team including a supervisor, psychiatrist, case manager, therapist, and another nurse. This individual provides support for medication refills, nursing assessments, assisting psychiatrists in daily duties, and coordinating services within the clinical team, with primary care and other agencies. We have a friendly, nurturing work environment, and we enjoy the privilege of serving individuals with serious mental illness. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem solving. We seek individuals who are not only caring, but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time. Behavioral Health Nurse I is the entry level class in this series where incumbents develop skills in medication support and quality management standards and techniques. Under general supervision, a BH Nurse I may administer oral and/or injectable medications, observe and record client response to medication, and provide medication education. Behavioral Health Nurse II is the journey level class in this series, where incumbents perform the full range of duties as well as performing behavioral health nursing with a high degree of professional skill, exercising independent judgment related to behavioral health nursing activities, coordinating behavioral health education activities, and auditing records for compliance with application regulations. This position is full-time and fully benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; and an FSA. We also offer flexible schedules to our staff! Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides important programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Examples of Duties Essential: Behavioral Health Nurse I: Prepares and administers oral and/or injectable medications in accordance with a physician's order; monitors and records patient response to medication and documents any adverse reactions to medication; instructs clients/family/caregiver on safe and effective use of medications Audits medical records, department records and contract providers to assure compliance with Federal, State, Medi-Cal and Medicare standards Assists Quality Management Coordinator in training office staff and clinicians in Medi-Cal/Medicare documentation standards; reviews and monitors non-compliant medical records Behavioral Health Nurse II (in addition to the above): Takes increased responsibility in the development of community organizations and planning for behavioral health services with community groups Appraises community behavioral health needs, and resources for interpretation to administrative and planning groups; understands, interprets and utilizes community resources Participates in community health educational activities as a speaker, resource person or a health committee member Participates in orientation, teaching and supervision of behavioral health nurses Knowledge and Skills Required NOTE: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics. Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of general and psychiatric nursing as defined by the State of California licensing requirements • Federal, State and local laws and regulations governing behavioral health/ drug/alcohol documentation requirements • Quality assurance/improvement standards and risk management requirements • Automated medical record requirements • Techniques and methods used in crisis intervention with behaviorally ill clients and/or families • Methods used to communicate with behaviorally ill individuals • Medical and psychiatric terminology • First aid methods and procedures • Thorough knowledge of medicines, narcotics and psychotropic drugs used in the treatment of behaviorally ill • Principles of management, supervision and training Skill in: • Reviewing and evaluating medical records to determine compliance with Medi-Cal, Medicare, State and Federal requirements • Training clinicians on auditing requirements • Providing clear and concise documentation in reports, correspondence and other written materials • Exercising sound independent judgement within established guidelines • Working effectively with individuals and families to assist them in obtaining satisfactory outcomes of health problems • Establishing and maintaining cooperative effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work • Administering oral and/or injectable medications and observing, monitoring and recording response to therapy and any adverse effects • Conducting clinical assessments and evaluations and effectively communicating results to medical staff • Operating computer programs including word processing, data base and spreadsheets • Operating office equipment including copy machine, fax and typewriter Education and Experience Required Behavioral Health Nurse I: Equivalent to Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or related field and one year of experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health program. Quality management experience is preferred. Behavioral Health Nurse II (in addition to the above): Two years of experience in a behavioral health program and one year of experience working with quality management standards and regulations. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings, and to bend, reach, and grasp; strength to lift, carry and position supplies and equipment; manual dexterity and sense of touch to conduct physical health assessments and give injections; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen and to examine and observe patients; hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.Closing Date/Time: 2/1/2021 5:00 PM Pacific

The Job The Sheriff's Department is recruiting for Correctional Nurses Per Diem who provide professional nursing care and services within the adult and juvenile correctional facilities throughout the San Bernardino County. Medical care is provided to inmates from the time of booking through release. In the correctional environment, inmates may present with emergent and urgent needs providing registered nurses with many opportunities to function autonomously and impact the health of a unique population. All inmates are medically screened upon arrival and evaluated for medical and mental health conditions which could require continued care and treatment. As part of a team of health professionals, registered nurses provide a full range of services including daily sick call, medication administration, treatments, dialysis, radiology services, dental care, and psychiatric care.The list established by this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Sheriff and Probation department vacancies as they arise while the list remains active. Vacancies exist at the Sheriff's department, details of shift and location will be discussed at the time of contact. We are also accepting applications for Correctional Registered Nurse I and Correctional Registered Nurse II which require separate applications. Applicants are encouraged to view the Correctional Registered Nurse I and Correctional Registered Nurse II announcements and apply for all positions, as appropriate. To learn more about the position, salary and benefits review the Nurse's Unit and Per Diem Nurse's Unit Memoranda of Understanding. For more detailed information, refer to the Correctional Nurse - Per Diem job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) Certification: Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support certification. 2) Shift: Must be available to work various 8-12 hour shifts on a 24 hour basis, which include day, night, swing, rotating, holidays or weekends.A shift differential of $2.00 per hour swing shift and $3.50 per hour night shift applies . 3) Background: Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony and must pass a background investigation including a fingerprint check and polygraph. 4) Physical Demands: Incumbents will be required to immediately respond to emergency situations while on duty which may involve hostile and volatile wards and inmates. Requires the following physical demands: balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, stooping, turning, twisting and walking long distances both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions; hand and finger dexterity in both hands; ability to manipulate heavy duty security locks and doors; reaching or working above and below shoulder level; normal vision, including color discrimination; normal hearing; carrying up to 10 pounds. 5) Working Conditions: Working conditions involve exposure to hazardous and infectious materials and to communicable diseases. 6) Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required . Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Note: Correctional Nurses Per Diem are not regular positions within the County, and are not guaranteed employment or hours. Working as a Per Diem Nurse does not preclude you from applying and competing for regular nursing positions within the County. See the County of San Bernardino Employment Opportunities website for current job opportunities. These positions participate in the County's Part-time Seasonal Temporary (PST) Deferred Compensation Plan and do not earn any other benefits. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess all of the following: License: Must possess and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of California Experience: One (1) year of experience as a registered nurse Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) Desired Qualifications Candidates possessing experience in a correctional environment are desired. Selection Process Qualified applicants will be referred to the department. All communication after the referral will be directed from the department, ensure all application contact information is current applicants referred to the department will receive a Per Diem status notice. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. 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. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Closing Date/Time:

The Job Do you enjoy having weekends and holidays off? Public Health Nurses work Monday through Friday!! No hospital experience required. The Department of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for Public Health Nurses I (PHN I) who provide assessments of individuals, families and communities. Duties include intensive case management, coordinating and assisting with access to care; developing treatment plans; providing consultation on medical, dental and behavioral health assessments; acting as a nurse liaison with public and private agencies, providing assessments and referrals for school district students; and conducting disease control measures. There are vacancies in Family Health Services (FHS) and California Children's Services (CCS) sections in DPH. The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies within DPH as they occur. Family Health Services Family Health Services (FHS) section of DPH specializes in many dynamic public health nursing programs and includes Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care, Rx 4 Kids, Children Screening, Assessment, Referral and Treatment, Black Infant Health, and Maternal Child and Adolescent Health. FHS works in partnership with public and private agencies to provide nursing case management, care coordination and consultation. California Children's Services The California Children's Services (CCS) section of DPH is a statewide program that arranges, directs, and pays for medical care, equipment, and rehabilitation, when these services are authorized for children and young adults under 21 years of age, who have CCS-eligible medical conditions and whose families are unable to pay for all or part of their care. CCS defines eligibility and selects the most qualified professionals to treat the child's CCS eligible condition. For more detailed information, refer to the Public Health Nurse I job description. Vested in Retirement after only 5 years!! Recruitment Bonus - Bonus payments up to $2,000 may be available for newly hired employees from this recruitment upon meeting eligibility criteria Recruitment Relocation Assistance - Newly hired employees from this recruitment may be reimbursed up to $2,500 for relocation-related expenses upon meeting eligibility criteria Human Resources is also accepting applications for Public Health Nurse II . A separate application is required. It is to your advantage to apply for both levels as appropriate. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel/Driver License: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Background Investigation: Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation and verification of employment history and education. Continued Education: Additional training/coursework may be required. Trainee: Public Health Nurse I must be promoted to journey-level classification ( Public Health Nurse II $6,045.87 - $8.916.27 monthly) upon successful completion of the trainee period (e.g., preceptorship, orientation, and/or certification, as applicable), or be terminated. Refer to the MOU for additional information. Out-of-State Registered Nurses: Public Health Nurse I incumbents who possess a Registered Nurse license issued by a state other than California must obtain and maintain the required CA Registered Nurse license -and- the required Public Health Nurse certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN) prior to hire/employment start date. Contingent job offers may be made to applicants who have provided verification that they have applied for their CA Registered Nurse license -and- Public Health Nurse certificate with the CA BRN. RN must possess a bachelor's degree (or higher) in Nursing to apply for California Public Health Nurse certification. Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet all of the following licensure and certification requirements: Licensure: Must possess and maintain a valid Registered Nurse license ** issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN). -AND- Certification: Must possess and maintain both of the following items: A valid California Public Health Nurse certification ** issued by the CA BRN, -and- A Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate. **Out-of-State Licensed Registered Nurses: Applications will be accepted from Registered Nurses licensed in other states. RN must possess a bachelor's degree (or higher) in Nursing to apply for California Public Health Nurse certification. See Conditions of Employment. Desired Qualifications CCS Section: Experience working with pediatric populations (e.g., Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit), which includes inpatient/outpatient intensive care management. Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Candidates possessing computer skills in Microsoft applications are preferred. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the results of the competitive evaluation, may be referred for a selection interview. Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed on a regular basis. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. 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. 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The Position This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 1/8/2021, 3/12/2021, 5/14/2021, 7/16/2021, 9/17/2021, 11/19/2021 Salary Information: Registered Nurse D/CF Level I: $6,418.86 - $7,802.17 monthly Registered Nurse D/CF Level II: $6,721.58 - $8,171.04 monthly Note: For additional nursing opportunities please see Psychiatric Nurse , Medical Case Management Nurse , Public Health Nurse Level I/II In a detention/correctional facility, the Registered Nurse D/CF performs a variety of professional nursing duties including hands-on care, assessment, testing, and treatment of patients; interviewing patients and assisting them in follow-up care; maintaining medical and medication supplies; rendering emergency medical treatment; dispensing and administering medications; and maintaining charts and records. Watch to explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Professional registered nursing principles, procedures and techniques State of California laws and regulations on registered nursing Proper handling and administering of biologicals Standard medical record-keeping Interviewing techniques Common current medical terminology Use and care of medical equipment used in clinical and infirmary settings Basic medical indications of alcoholism and drug abuse and their overdoses Basic behavioral indications of mental disturbance Basic laboratory testing procedures Current standard asepsis protocols Basic symptoms and treatment of communicable diseases Common drugs and medications used for birth control, communicable diseases, immunizations, allergies, cardio-vascular conditions, and substance overdoses, including their contra-indications and normal and abnormal results Ability to Effectively communicate with and gain the cooperation of patients of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds Accurately follow oral and written instructions, including standing orders, clinical protocols, orders for treatment, and dispensary orders Work cooperatively with other health care providers and other staff Learn and comply with laws, rules, regulations, protocols, and procedures, including security requirements, applicable to the work unit Clearly and accurately chart all patient information and physician's orders Gain cooperation of patients in treatment and follow-up care Maintain patient confidentiality Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications (Level II): Possession of a current valid Registered Nurse license issued by the State of California. Note: Failure to maintain such license may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules. (Level I): Possession of a current valid Interim Permit or Temporary License as a Registered Nurse, or a current valid license as a Registered Nurse, issued by the State of California. Note: Interim Permittees and Temporary Licensees are expected to obtain full licensure within six months of appointment. Failure to obtain and/or maintain the required license may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules. Note: 1) The level at which initial appointments to the class of Registered Nurse are made and 2) advancement from the lower level of this class to the higher level (Level I to Level II), are at the discretion of the appointing authority, providing the minimum qualifications are met. Notes: 1. Experience requirements are stated as full-time work; to convert part-time to full-time equivalency: 173.6 hours = 21.7 days = 1 work month. 2. Required experience may be paid or unpaid. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking here or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. Special Requirements: Persons appointed to this class may be required to regularly or periodically work evenings, nights, and weekends and holidays. Persons appointed to this class will be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. Persons appointed to this class will be required to have, or obtain, and maintain a valid CPR certificate. Persons appointed to this class may be required to have or obtain a valid hearing testing certificate, emergency first aid certificate, and/or other speciality training appropriate to Registered Nurses and necessary in their job assignment. Some positions in the class of Registered Nurse - Detention /Correctional Facility may require the ability to communicate fluently in a language other than English, in addition to English. When required, the special skills may be used in the performance of typical tasks shown in the "Examples of Duties" in the class specification. In addition, incumbents translate and interpret using standard English and a language other than standard English; and/or act as a consultant to others regarding the needs and problems presented by individuals of different languages and cultural backgrounds. The Sacramento County Civil Service Commission approved the use of selective certification for special skills for the class of Registered Nurse - Detention/Correctional Facility on May 12, 1989. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone 916-874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Call 916-874-5627 and you will be provided with a recorded message, accessible 24 hours a day. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME DEFINITION PHN I Under close supervision, to provide public health nursing services including the prevention and control of diseases, health education, and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. PHN II Under supervision, to plan and conduct a variety of public health nursing clinics and services; to provide nursing services, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. PHN III Under direction, to provide lead direction and work coordination for other professional nursing and support staff; to plan and conduct a variety of public health nursing clinics and services; to provide complex, specialized, and general nursing, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. PHN IV Under general direction, to provide the most complex, specialized, and general nursing, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; to provide lead direction and work coordination for other professional nursing and support staff; to plan and conduct a variety of public health nursing clinics and services; and to do related work as required. CHN I Under close supervision, to learn to plan and conduct a variety of community health nursing services to promote and preserve the health of the community; to provide nursing services, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. CHN II Under supervision, to plan and conduct a variety of community health nursing services; to promote and preserve the health of the community; to provide nursing services, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. CHN III/IV Under direction, to plan and conduct a variety of community health nursing services; promote and preserve the health of the community; to provide complex, specialized and general nursing, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; to provide lead direction and some work coordination for other professional nursing and support staff and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS PHN I This is the entry and first working level in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents must have requisite public health nursing certification, but have limited public health nursing work experience. As experience is gained, incumbents learn to perform the full scope of public health nursing duties. This class is distinguished from Public Health Nurse II in that the II's have responsibility for more independently performing a larger scope of public health nursing duties and activities. When a Public Health Nurse I incumbent becomes familiar with the Department and demonstrates good sustained work performance, they may be promoted to the Public Health Nurse II. PHN II This is the first journey level in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents perform a wide scope of public health nursing duties. This class is distinguished from the Public Health Nurse I in that incumbents are expected to perform on a more independent basis. It is distinguished from Public Health Nurse III and IV in that Public Health Nurse III and IV incumbents perform more complex, specialized assignments, as well as provide lead direction, work coordination, and training for other professional nursing and support staff. PHN III This is an advanced journey level and a lead class in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents provide the more complex public health nursing services in a specialized public health program, as well as provide lead direction and coordination for other professional nursing staff. This class is distinguished from Public Health Nurse II by assignment of a higher level of public health program responsibilities and the performance of lead responsibilities for other professional nursing staff. It is distinguished from Public Health Nurse IV in that Public Health Nurse IV incumbents perform more complex, specialized assignments. Both levels III and IV may provide lead direction, some work coordination, and training for other professional nursing and support staff. PHN IV This is the advanced and highest level and a lead class in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents provide the most complex public health nursing services in a specialized public health program, as well as provide lead direction and coordination for other professional nursing staff. This class is distinguished from Public Health Nurse III by assignment of a higher level of public health program responsibilities. Both levels III and IV may provide lead direction, some work coordination, and training for other professional nursing and support staff. CHN I This is the entry and basic working level in the Community Health Nurse class series. Incumbents must have requisite nursing certification, but have limited community health nursing work experience. As experience is gained, incumbents learn to perform the full scope of community health nursing duties. This class is distinguished from Community Health Nurse II in that Community Health II's have responsibility for more independently performing a larger scope of community health nursing duties and activities. Community Health Nurse II's are also responsible for special programs such as School Nursing or Immunizations Clinic Coordination. When a Community Health Nurse I incumbent becomes familiar with the Department and demonstrates good sustained work performance, they may be promoted to the Community Health Nurse II. CHN II This is the first journey level in the Community Health Nurse class series. Incumbents perform a wide scope of community health nursing duties as well as have responsibility for special programs, such as School Nursing or Immunizations Clinic Coordination. This class is distinguished from the Community Health Nurse I in that incumbents are expected to perform on a more independent basis. It is distinguished from Public Health Nurse III and IV in that Public Health Nurse III and IV incumbents perform more complex, specialized assignments, as well as provide lead direction, work coordination, and training for other professional nursing and support staff. CHN III This is an advanced journey level and lead class in the Community Health Nurse class series. Incumbents provide more complex community health nursing services in a specialized public health program, as well as provide lead direction and coordination for other professional nursing staff. Perform a wide scope of community health nursing duties as well as have responsibility for special programs. This class is distinguished from the Community Health Nurse II due to the assignment of a higher level of community health program responsibilities and the performance of lead responsibilities for other professional nursing staff. Both levels III and IV may provide lead direction, some work coordination and training for other professional nursing and support staff. CHN IV This is the highest of the advanced journey level and lead class in the Community Health Nurse class series. Incumbents provide the most complex community health nursing services in a specialized public health program, as well as provide lead direction and coordination for other professional nursing staff. Performs a wide scope of community health nursing duties as well as have responsibility for special programs. This class is distinguished from the Community Health Nurse III due to the assignment of a higher level of community health program. Both levels III and IV may provide lead direction, some work coordination and training for other professional nursing and support staff. REPORTS TO Director of Health, Director of Nursing, Supervising Public Health Nurse, or designee. CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED PHN I-II/CHN I-II This is not a supervisory class. PHN III Provides lead direction and may provide work coordination for Public Health Nurse I, II. PHN IV Provides lead direction and may provide work coordination for Public Health Nurse I, II, III. CHN III/IV Provide lead direction and may provide work coordination for Community Health Nurse I/II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit and stand for extended periods; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of medical and office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in clinic, office, and home environments; exposure to communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens; continuous contact with other staff and the public. Incumbents are expected to follow universal precautions. Incumbents may be required to drive in remote areas of the County in all weather conditions. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) PHN I Learns to plan, organize, and provide public health nursing services, health instruction and counseling, and guidance for individuals, families, and groups regarding disease control, health awareness, health maintenance, and rehabilitation in a clinic setting May learn the procedures and policies and work within a special program such as California Children Services Provides referrals Teaches and demonstrates health practices to individuals and groups Learns to instruct clients in family planning, sexually transmitted disease prevention and follow-up, and immunization procedures Learns to identify individual and family problems which are detrimental to good health Works with families to alleviate health problems and promote good health habits Learns to refer and coordinate care of individuals and families with other public and private agencies Learns to identify special health needs for assigned cases, recommending and implementing services to meet needs Assists individuals and families with implementing Physician recommendations Learns to plan, direct, and perform epidemiological investigations in homes, schools, community, and public health clinics Prepares appropriate health records and arranges follow-up services, based on findings Confers with physicians, nursing staff, and other personnel regarding public health programs, patient reports, evaluations, medical tests, and related items May work with community groups in identifying and developing public health services and improving existing public health services Prepares reports and documents health findings; Compiles statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes. Other duties as assigned PHN II Plans, organizes and provides public health nursing services, health instruction, counseling, and guidance for individuals, families, and groups regarding disease control, health awareness, health maintenance, and rehabilitation in a clinic setting; May work within a special program such as Maternal and Child Care, Community Health, or California Children Services identifying and interacting with local care providers; Develops plans and direct resources consistent to programs goals and objectives; provides referrals; teaches and demonstrates health practices to individuals and groups; Instructs clients in family planning, sexually transmitted disease prevention and follow-up, and immunization procedures; Identifies individual and family problems which are detrimental to good health; May make home visits to assess individual's progress; Works with the families to alleviate health problems and promote good health habits; refers and coordinates the care of individuals and families with other public and private agencies; Identifies special health needs for assigned cases, recommending and implementing services to meet those needs; Assists individuals and families with implementing physician recommendations; May plan, direct, and perform epidemiological investigations in homes, schools, the community, and public health clinics; Prepares appropriate records and case documentation, arranging follow-up services based on findings; Confers with physicians, nursing staff, and other staff regarding public health programs, patient reports, evaluations, medical tests, and related items; may consult in multidisciplinary teams for the purpose of creating a plan of service for "at risk" families; Works with community groups in identifying public health needs, developing needed public health services, and improving existing public health services; Prepares reports and maintains records; Compiles statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes. Other duties as assigned. PHN III Investigates outbreaks of communicable diseases; plans and implements programs for the prevention and control of communicable disease, including tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, and AIDS; Develops procedures to control the spread of communicable diseases and identify people needing public health services; Provides interpretations of public health laws and regulations for others; Assesses individuals and families, using health histories, observations of physical condition, and a variety of evaluative methods to identify health problems, health deficiencies, and health service needs; Identifies psycho/social, cultural background, and environmental factors which may hinder health care services; Assists with determining funding needs for the program; Monitors budget expenditures; Plans and coordinates services for special programs such as perinatal, maternal, child and adolescent (MCAH), or family planning; Performs public health nursing activities to promote perinatal, child, and adolescent health; Provides local case management and coordination for State mandated programs; Participates in programs to enhance school children health; Works with community groups to identify needs, develop and facilitate a variety of health services, and improve existing programs; Refers individuals and families to appropriate agencies and clinics for health services; Participates in programs to enhance community health services and education; attends conferences and workshops related to community health issues; Assists with the preparation of program and service policies and procedures; May supervise paraprofessional staff and volunteers; prepares reports and maintains records; Complies statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes; Performs a wide scope of complex professional public health nursing services; Provides lead direction, training and work coordination for other professional nurses. Other duties as assigned. PHN IV Investigates outbreaks of communicable diseases; plans and implements programs for the prevention and control of communicable disease, including tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, and AIDS; Develops procedures to control the spread of communicable diseases and identify people needing public health services; Provides interpretations of public health laws and regulations for others; Assesses individuals and families, using health histories, observations of physical condition, and a variety of evaluative methods to identify health problems, health deficiencies, and health service needs; Identifies psycho/social, cultural background, and environmental factors which may hinder health care services; Assists with determining funding needs for the program; Monitors budget expenditures; Plans and coordinates services for special programs such as perinatal, maternal, child and adolescent (MCAH), or family planning; Performs public health nursing activities to promote perinatal, child, and adolescent health; Provides local case management and coordination for State mandated programs; Participates in programs to enhance school children health; Works with community groups to identify needs, develop and facilitate a variety of health services, and improve existing programs; Refers individuals and families to appropriate agencies and clinics for health services; Participates in programs to enhance community health services and education; attends conferences and workshops related to community health issues; Assists with the preparation of program and service policies and procedures; May supervise paraprofessional staff and volunteers; prepares reports and maintains records; Complies statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes; Performs a wide scope of complex professional public health nursing services; Provides lead direction, training and work coordination for other professional nurses. Other duties as assigned. CHN I Learns to plan, organize and provide community health nursing services, health instruction, counseling, and guidance for individuals, families, and groups regarding prevention of illness, disease control, health awareness, health maintenance, and rehabilitation; Identifies and interacts with local community care resources and/or local school districts in providing mandated health screening for children; Learns to develop plans and direct resources consistent with program goals and objectives; provides referrals; Teaches and demonstrates health practices to individuals and groups; Instructs clients in sexually transmitted disease prevention and follow-up, and immunization procedures; Identifies individual and family problems which are detrimental to good health; May make home visits to assess individual's progress; works with the families to alleviate health problems and promote good health habits; Refers and coordinates the care of individuals and families with other public and private agencies; Learns to identify special health needs for assigned cases, recommending and implementing services to meet those needs; may perform investigations in homes, schools, and the community; Prepares appropriate records and case documentation, arranging follow-up services based on findings; confers with physicians, nursing staff, and other staff regarding community health programs, patient reports, evaluations, medical tests, and related items; May consult with multi-disciplinary teams for the purpose of identifying and creating a plan of service for "at risk" families; works with community groups in identifying community health needs, developing needed health services, and improving existing services; Prepares reports and maintains records; Compiles statistical information for program evaluation and planning purposes. Other duties as assigned. CHN II Plans, organizes and provides community health nursing services, health instruction, counseling, and guidance for individuals, families, and groups regarding prevention of illness, disease control, health awareness, health maintenance, and rehabilitation; May be responsible for special programs such as School Nursing or Immunizations Clinics; Identifies and interacts with local community care resources and/or school districts in providing mandated health screening for children; Develops, plans, and directs use of health resources consistent with programs goals and objectives; Provides referrals; Teaches and demonstrates health practices to individuals and groups; Instructs clients in sexually transmitted disease prevention and follow-up; Provides training in immunization procedures; Identifies individual and family problems which are detrimental to good health; May make home visits to assess an individual's progress; Works with families to alleviate health problems and promote good health habits; Refers and coordinates the care of individuals and families with other public and private agencies; Identifies special health needs for assigned cases, recommending and implementing services to meet those needs; May perform investigations in homes, schools, and the community; Prepares appropriate records and case documentation, arranging follow-up services based on findings; Confers with physicians, nursing staff, and other staff regarding community health programs, patient reports, health evaluations, medical tests, and related items; May consult with multi-disciplinary teams for the purpose of identifying and creating a plan of service for "at risk" families; Works with community groups in identifying community health needs, developing needed health services, and improving existing services; May develop procedures/protocols for an assigned program; Orders and maintains clinic supplies, including immunization vaccines; Prepares grants, project plans, reports, and maintains records; Compiles statistical information for program evaluation and planning purposes. Other duties as assigned. CHN III/IV Provides the more complex community health nursing services in a specialized public health program; Provides lead direction and coordination for other nursing staff; Plans, organizes and provides community health nursing services, health instruction, counseling, and guidance for individuals, families, and groups regarding prevention of illness, disease control, health awareness, health maintenance, and rehabilitation; may be responsible for special programs such as School Nursing or Immunizations Clinics; Identifies and interacts with local community care resources and/or school districts in providing mandated health screening for children; Develops, plans, and directs use of health resources consistent with programs goals and objectives; Provides referrals; teaches and demonstrates health practices to individuals and groups; instructs clients in sexually transmitted disease prevention and follow-up; Provides training in immunization procedures; identifies individual and family problems which are detrimental to good health; May make home visits to assess an individual's progress; Works with families to alleviate health problems and promote good health habits; Refers and coordinates the care of individuals and families with other public and private agencies; Identifies special health needs for assigned cases, recommending and implementing services to meet those needs; May perform investigations in homes, schools, and the community; prepares appropriate records and case documentation, arranging follow-up services based on findings; Confers with physicians, nursing staff, and other staff regarding community health programs, patient reports, health evaluations, medical tests, and related items; May consult with multi-disciplinary teams for the purpose of identifying and creating a plan of service for "at risk" families; works with community groups in identifying community health needs, developing needed health services, and improving existing services; May develop procedures/protocols for an assigned program; Orders and maintains clinic supplies, including immunization vaccines; Prepares grants, project plans, reports, and maintains records; Compiles statistical information for program evaluation and planning purposes. Other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications & Requirements Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: PHN I Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. Some nursing experience in a public health setting is highly desirable. PHN II Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. One year of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse I with San Benito County. PHN III Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. One year of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse II with San Benito County. PHN IV Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. One year of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse III with San Benito County. CHN I Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. Some nursing experience in a community health setting is highly desirable. CHN II Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. One year of community health nursing experience comparable to a Community Health Nurse I with San Benito County. Graduation from an accredited college or university and completion of an approved public health nursing program. CHN III Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. One year of community health nursing experience comparable to a Community Health Nurse II with San Benito County. Graduation from an accredited college or university CHN IV Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. One year of community health nursing experience comparable to a Community Health Nurse III with San Benito County. Graduation from an accredited college or university Special Requirements: PHN I-IV Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse in California Possession of a Certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. CHN I-IV Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse in California. Certain positions may require a School Nurse Credential. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Supplemental information Knowledge of: PHN I Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general/public health nursing. Community aspects of public health nursing including community resources and demography. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, public health, and disabling conditions. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs. Child growth and development. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of control of communicable diseases, including sexually transmitted diseases, AIDS, and tuberculosis. Methods of promoting child and maternal health and public health. Principles of public health education. PHN II Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventive medicine. Community aspects of public nursing including community resources and demography. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, public health, and disabling conditions. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of control of communicable disease. Methods of promoting child and maternal health and public health programs. PHN III Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventative medicine. Community resources and demography influencing public health nursing services. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, disabling conditions, and public health nursing services. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs and services. Causes, means of transmission, and control of communicable diseases. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Principles of public health education. Program planning, evaluations and development principles. Principles of lead direction, program and work coordination, and training. PHN IV Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventative medicine. Community resources and demography influencing public health nursing services. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, disabling conditions, and public health nursing services. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs and services. Causes, means of transmission, and control of communicable diseases. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Principles of public health education. Program planning, evaluations and development principles. Principles of lead direction, program and work coordination, and training. CHN I Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general nursing and preventive medicine. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, public health, and disabling conditions. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to community health nursing programs. Child growth and development. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of control of communicable disease. Methods of promoting child and maternal health and community health programs. CHN II Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and community health nursing and preventive medicine. Community aspects of nursing including community resources and demography. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, public health, and disabling conditions. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to community health nursing programs. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of control of communicable disease. Methods of promoting child and maternal health and community health programs. CHN III/IV Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and community health nursing and preventive medicine. Community aspects of nursing including community resources and demography. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, public health, and disabling conditions. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to community health nursing programs. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of control of communicable disease. Methods of promoting child and maternal health and community health programs. Program planning evaluations and development principles. Principles of lead direction, program and work coordination, and training Ability to: PHN I Learn to organize and carry out public health nursing activities in an assigned program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups, and other government organizations. Collect, analyze, and interpret technical, statistical and health data. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide instruction in the prevention of diseases. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations and other government agencies when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Effectively represent the Nursing Division in contacts with public, other county staff and other government agencies. PHN II Plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities in an assigned program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups, and other government organizations. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide instruction in the prevention of diseases. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. PHN III Plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities and services for an assigned service area or program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups and other government organizations. Collect, analyze and interpret technical, statistical and health data. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide work direction and coordination for other staff. Provide instruction in the prevention and control of diseases. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. PHN IV Plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities and services for an assigned service area or program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups and other government organizations. Collect, analyze and interpret technical, statistical and health data. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide work direction and coordination for other staff. Provide instruction in the prevention and control of diseases. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. CHN I Learns the principles, methods, practices and current trends of community health nursing. Learns the community aspects of nursing including community resources and demography Learns to plan, organize, and carry out community health nursing activities in an assigned program. Learns the psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Learn to analyze and conduct health assessment/problems and take appropriate action. Provide instruction in the prevention of diseases. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining community health issues and providing community services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. CHN II Plan, organize, and carry out community health nursing activities in an assigned program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups, and other government organizations. Analyze and conduct health assessment/problems and take appropriate action. Provide instruction in the prevention of diseases. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining community health issues and providing community services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. CHN III/IV Plan, organize, and carry out community health nursing activities in an assigned program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups, and other government organizations. Analyze and conduct health assessment/problems and take appropriate action. Provide work direction and coordination for other staff. Provide instruction in the prevention of diseases. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining community health issues and providing community services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Closing Date/Time: Continuous