Overview
COUNTY OF DEL NORTE
Invites Applications for the position of
REGISTERED NURSE I/II
General Recruitment Information:
This recruitment will establish a list of candidates to be used in filling the vacancy as well as an eligibility list that may be used for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year.
Job Opportunity:
Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. Resumes are encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials. Applications which are incomplete as of the final date to apply will be eliminated from consideration. Candidates who meet all the minimum qualifications may be invited to an oral interview.
Description
The County of Del Norte Department of Health & Human Services is seeking a qualified
candidate to fill one (1) vacancy for the position of Registered Nurse. This position is
classified as full-time.
Bi-weekly Salary:
Registered Nurse I: $2,520.68 – $3,040.04
Registered Nurse II: $2,641.18 – $3,186.50
This recruitment will remain Open until filled. Applications will be screened on a weekly basis.
Under general direction of the Health Officer, provides a variety of professional nursing services. Provides professional nursing services in the conduct of various public health programs; conducts, and plans a variety of clinic services in accordance with established
policy and standardized procedure; provides home visits; counsels family members and
service recipients; and may perform a variety of services in relation to CCS, CHDP, Perinatal
and other specialized programs; performs related duties as required. This position is
classified Professional for benefit purposes and is exempt from the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
Detailed Work Activities
Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other
characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to
provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may
not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.
- Conducts or participates in venereal disease, tuberculosis, triage, and other clinics according to established policy and standardized procedures; conducts patient interview to determine medical history; coordinates the processing of or performs laboratory tests; interprets test results and advises patients regarding recommended treatment plans; provides patient referrals as necessary.
- Conducts or participates in community health education classes regarding preventive and educational health care; conducts health screening program for at-risk populations.
- Conducts field visits to individuals on the case load and provides professional nursing services; gives instruction and counseling on health care; performs patient evaluations; and provides other related services.
- Provides a variety of nursing services in the control and prevention of communicable diseases; instructs families regarding necessary treatment; draws specimens and interprets test results; administers immunizations.
- Provides nursing services related to well -baby and child related programs, initiating cases and providing instructions to families regarding diagnosis, testing, treatment, and referral.
- Represents the county on various commissions/committees and boards, provides liaison to other local medical providers in the conduct of county nursing services.
- Provides professional nursing services to remote areas of the county.
- Assesses children with special needs and/or suspected medical problems; coordinates with other agencies on instances of child abuse.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
Registered Nurse I:
Education: Completion of an accredited university, collegiate, or specialized collegiate or specialized course in an accredited Registered Nurse program, AND
License: Possession of a valid, clear and active license as a Registered Nurse in California issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing (attach a copy of registration with application); AND
Experience: One (1) year of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse.
Registered Nurse II:
Education: Completion of an accredited university, collegiate, or specialized collegiate or specialized course in an accredited Registered Nurse program, AND
License: Possession of a valid, clear and active license as a Registered Nurse in California issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing (attach a copy of registration with application); AND
Experience: Two (2) years of professional nursing experience; Community nursing experience is preferred.
Special Requirements:
-Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s license.
-Possession of a valid, clear and active license as a Registered Nurse in California issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing.
-All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- The principles and practices of nursing as applied to public health practice.
- Preventative medicine and sanitation.
- Community aspects of nursing programs including provisions for continuity of patient care, nursing services in health programs and nursing care in the home including teaching preventive care.
- The causes, means of transmission and methods of control of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis and venereal disease.
- Child growth and development.
- Procedures involved in promoting maternal and child health care and principles and purposes of public health programs.
- Environmental, sociological and psychological problems encountered in carrying on a rural health program.
- Current literature and trends in public health nursing.
- The functions of other social and health agencies and other professions related to public health nursing.
- The basic principles of mental health.
Ability to:
- Exercise independent judgment and plan, organize and conduct assigned public health nursing activities.
- Ability to work effectively with the public to assist in satisfactory resolution of health problems.
- Ability to provide liaison to the community in the direction of community health programs.
- Ability to prepare records and related reports.
- Ability to analyze situations and take effective courses of action.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Selection Process:
The County of Del Norte does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference, or disability in any of its programs, activities, or hiring practices. All applications will be reviewed and those individuals with backgrounds most closely meeting the needs of the county will be selected for further review. In the event of a large number of qualifying applicants, a written examination may be given to determine which applicants will be invited to attend an oral interview. An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the oral interviews. Expenses (i.e. travel, food, lodging) incurred in connection with the interview shall be the burden of the applicant. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Office prior to the interview/examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Condition of Employment:
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Del Norte County is required to verify, within three days of employment of any person, that he/she is: 1) a citizen or national of the United States; 2) an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the United States.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Del Norte County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants. Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United States. A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to employment. The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting, credit check, driver history and inquiry to local, state and federal files to obtain criminal history information. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process. Selection processes may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: application review, competitive screening, written examination, performance examination, and/or oral examination. This bulletin is solely for the purpose of announcing a job opening. It does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revised without notice.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/delnorteca