LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: YELVN3 FILING START DATE: 12/17/20 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. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO UPDATE THE TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS INFORMATION . ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. 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. DEFINITION: Provides nursing assistance to physicians in a community heath or hospital clinic or a Probation Department dispensary or infirmary. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse I Positions allocable to this class are responsible for providing nursing assistance in a community health or hospital clinic to physicians conducting diagnostic physical examinations and performing medical treatments by readying patients and examining rooms, making vital sign observations, administering ordered medications and treatments, and reinforcing the physicians' instructions to the patients. Licensed Vocational Nurse I Positions allocable to this class provide specified direct care to assigned adult or pediatric inpatients in a medical, surgical, obstetrical, psychiatric, admitting or rehabilitation ward, or intensive care, or other specialized inpatient care unit. Essential Job Functions Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse I Reviews patients' records to determine the purpose of the visit and whether or not patients' chart, x-rays or lab test results are ready or must be located for the physician. Sets up the area to be used by the physician by obtaining and arranging the required supplies, equipment and instruments and the patients' charts, x-ray, and lab test results. Observe patients to determine condition and need for immediate referral to physician. Prepares the patient for examination and for treatment by the physician by transferring, positioning and draping the patient and cleansing areas of the patients' body, and hands instruments to the physician during treatments and procedures. In accordance with the physicians' orders, administers medications and immunizations orally and by intramuscular and subcutaneous injections. Licensed Vocational Nurse I Administers medications by injection, orally, and other pre-determined methods with the exception of research drugs as determined by the Medical Department. Checks prescribed dosages against specified limits. Observes and reports adverse reaction to medication. Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates life-saving action in emergencies and alerts the nurse-in-charge or physician. Sets up, operates and monitors electronic and/or mechanical equipment such as croupettes, oxygen therapy and suctioning equipment. Measures and records vital signs; records bed care procedures, treatments, indications and nourishment provided and output. Please click on the links below for complete information regarding the classification standards and duties. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1065438?keywords=clinic%20license%20vocational%20nurse&pagetype=classSpecifications https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1065395?keywords=license%20vocational%20nurse&pagetype=classSpecifications Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. -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) License(s) and Certificate(s) Required: A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States. 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 weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: License and Certification: To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States of America. Applicants who have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States, 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 Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. 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. Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their license and 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 as incomplete . The original license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States of America and BLS certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license or certification will NOT be accepted . Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This exam will consist of an online un-proctored Work Styles Assessment (WSA) written 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. Applicants will receive instructions via email on when and how to log on and take the online un-proctored written test. WRITTEN TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Candidates must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the qualifying written test in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. 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/practice_tests.html 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 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 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 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. 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. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add breza@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. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. 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 worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: • Please note that ALL information 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. • FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. • 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 requirement. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and your application may be DISQUALIFIED. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email Bryan Reza at breza@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. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. 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 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. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Bryan Reza (323) 914-5207 breza@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: YELVN3 FILING START DATE: 12/17/20 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. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO UPDATE THE TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS INFORMATION . ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. 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. DEFINITION: Provides nursing assistance to physicians in a community heath or hospital clinic or a Probation Department dispensary or infirmary. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse I Positions allocable to this class are responsible for providing nursing assistance in a community health or hospital clinic to physicians conducting diagnostic physical examinations and performing medical treatments by readying patients and examining rooms, making vital sign observations, administering ordered medications and treatments, and reinforcing the physicians' instructions to the patients. Licensed Vocational Nurse I Positions allocable to this class provide specified direct care to assigned adult or pediatric inpatients in a medical, surgical, obstetrical, psychiatric, admitting or rehabilitation ward, or intensive care, or other specialized inpatient care unit. Essential Job Functions Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse I Reviews patients' records to determine the purpose of the visit and whether or not patients' chart, x-rays or lab test results are ready or must be located for the physician. Sets up the area to be used by the physician by obtaining and arranging the required supplies, equipment and instruments and the patients' charts, x-ray, and lab test results. Observe patients to determine condition and need for immediate referral to physician. Prepares the patient for examination and for treatment by the physician by transferring, positioning and draping the patient and cleansing areas of the patients' body, and hands instruments to the physician during treatments and procedures. In accordance with the physicians' orders, administers medications and immunizations orally and by intramuscular and subcutaneous injections. Licensed Vocational Nurse I Administers medications by injection, orally, and other pre-determined methods with the exception of research drugs as determined by the Medical Department. Checks prescribed dosages against specified limits. Observes and reports adverse reaction to medication. Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates life-saving action in emergencies and alerts the nurse-in-charge or physician. Sets up, operates and monitors electronic and/or mechanical equipment such as croupettes, oxygen therapy and suctioning equipment. Measures and records vital signs; records bed care procedures, treatments, indications and nourishment provided and output. Please click on the links below for complete information regarding the classification standards and duties. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1065438?keywords=clinic%20license%20vocational%20nurse&pagetype=classSpecifications https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1065395?keywords=license%20vocational%20nurse&pagetype=classSpecifications Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. -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) License(s) and Certificate(s) Required: A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States. 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 weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: License and Certification: To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States of America. Applicants who have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States, 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 Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. 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. Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their license and 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 as incomplete . The original license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States of America and BLS certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license or certification will NOT be accepted . Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This exam will consist of an online un-proctored Work Styles Assessment (WSA) written 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. Applicants will receive instructions via email on when and how to log on and take the online un-proctored written test. WRITTEN TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Candidates must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the qualifying written test in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. 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/practice_tests.html 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 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 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 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. 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. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add breza@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. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. 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 worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: • Please note that ALL information 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. • FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. • 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 requirement. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and your application may be DISQUALIFIED. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email Bryan Reza at breza@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. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. 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 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. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Bryan Reza (323) 914-5207 breza@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
California State Polytechnic University Pomona
3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768, USA
Type of Appointment : Full-Time, Probationary Collective Bargaining Unit : California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) - Unit 2 Job Classification : Licensed Vocational Nurse II Anticipated Hiring Amount: $3,622 - $6,587 per month Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm THE DEPARTMENT Student Health & Wellness Services is one component of the Student Health and Well-being Cluster within the Division of Student Affairs. This cluster stresses the University's commitment to preventative and holistic well-being approaches to support students and the institution's mission and strategic plan. In addition to Student Health & Wellness Services, this cluster includes Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and the Disability Resource Center. Student Health and Wellness Services aims to promote students' healthy lifestyles and academic success by providing quality medical, psychological, and wellness services. The department provides ambulatory health care, health education programs, prevention, and healing services to students of Cal Poly Pomona. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Act as the point person to carry out Immunization requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 803 by working under the direction of and in collaboration with the Lead Nurse, Lead Physician, and Director on activities including, but not limited to, the following: Review incoming student immunization records to ensure compliance with EO 803. Administer vaccines, perform TB tests, order labs, and follow-up lab results related to immunization compliance. Run queries to identify non-compliant students and place registration holds as indicated. Initiated, monitored, and tracked follow-up communication with students regarding immunization compliance and tuberculosis testing timelines. Counsel and educate patients on matters related to immunization compliance. Schedule appointments for immunizations, titers, and TB testing. Monitor and maintain an adequate inventory of vaccines. Perform monthly documentation of vaccine Inventory Reconciliation. Maintain calibration of temperature monitoring equipment. Identify temperature excursions on the vaccine refrigerator quickly and take immediate action to correct them. Coordinate with programs and departments on campus involved in immunization requirements. Collaborate in planning, coordination, and preparation of immunization clinics. Assist in the development and implementation of immunization related nursing policies and protocols. Provide updates to staff on Best Practice Immunization guidelines and recommendations Primary oversight for Medical Assistants and LVN's during immunization clinics and review of submitted immunization records for compliance with EO 803. In collaboration with the charge nurse, adjust Daily Schedule nursing assignments to meet high demand times for Immunization Clearance. Provides student-centered and culturally competent patient care in accordance with Student Health & Wellness Services procedures. Provides nursing assessment, observation, and intervention in any patient care areas of Student Health Services. Interview the patient to collect data regarding the nature of the patient's condition, including symptoms and signs of illness and/or injury. Assist in patient flow and rooming. Prepare patients for examination by a licensed health care provider and assist in the examination when appropriate. Take vital signs, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration, height, and weight, and make appropriate entries in electronic medical health records. Contribute to the evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care or treatment plan and perform follow-up treatments as requested. Under the orders of a physician or similar licensed practitioner and according to established standardized procedures, may administer medications by various means, including intramuscular and subcutaneous routes. Incumbents may start and superimpose intravenous lines and fluids and administer vaccines provided a prescribed course approved by the Board of Licensed Vocational Nursing and competencies have been verified. Perform TB and other skin tests; Administer allergy injections, medications, immunizations, and IV therapy. Perform electrocardiograms and pulmonary function testing; conduct irrigations; observe and record drug reactions; apply and change dressings; measure and fit for crutches and teach patients to walk with crutches; ear lavage; and similar treatments and procedures. Support general health center maintenance activities such as cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing equipment, exam rooms, and instruments, setting up treatment trays, and stocking supplies. May be involved in the development and implementation of nursing and patient care services, policies, and procedures. May assist other medical or technical personnel in other clinical departments, such as the laboratory or radiology, and perform specialized nursing duties as needed QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of a state-approved vocational nursing program in an accredited school of vocational nursing or equivalent training and experience as defined by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). Equivalent to three to four years of progressive responsibility as an LVN, including some experience in the specialty area to successfully perform work in the specialty; possess and maintain specialized training and/or related certifications. Thorough knowledge of nursing care principles and practices pertaining to the scope of practice; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; basic medications and their effects, as well as potential complications; application and proper use of various medical supplies and equipment used in performing assigned nursing duties; and aseptic techniques and requirements. Working knowledge of California laws and regulations pertaining to LVNs and their scope of practice. Possess broader and specialized knowledge and skills which support running and staffing specialty clinics, providing case management services, and providing patient counseling in the specialty area; broader knowledge of clinic operations and the development and implementation of clinic and nursing policies and procedures; and basic principles of lead work direction. Ability to perform assigned nursing duties and demonstrate appropriate nursing practices; demonstrate proper techniques and skills, competency in performing assigned nursing duties and patient care activities described above; learn related clinic procedures and handle equipment required for patient care in a Student Health Center; understand basic medical terminology; make accurate observations and accurately document a patient's subjective complaint in medical records; exercise correct judgment within the areas of assigned responsibility; follow detailed oral and written instructions; and use applicable health center automated systems as needed to perform duties. The ability to effectively apply specialized skills, possess strong organizational skills, and, if assigned, provide effective lead work direction to specified health center support staff. Possess and maintain a valid Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of California; possess and maintain certification for intravenous therapy as defined by the BVNPT; and may also be required to possess and maintain a valid CPR/AED certification and/or IV certification as appropriate to the assigned duties. Preferred Qualifications Phlebotomy certificate. Prefer experience using Excel or EMR capability to track patient outcomes. Desire strong organizational skills, ability to initiate process improvement, and meet deadlines. Ability to perform assigned nursing duties and demonstrate appropriate nursing practices; demonstrate proper techniques and skills, competency in performing assigned nursing duties and patient care activities described above; learn related clinic procedures and handle equipment required for patient care in a Student Health Center; understand basic medical terminology; make accurate observations and accurately document a patient's subjective complaint in medical records; exercise correct judgment within the areas of assigned responsibility; follow detailed oral and written instructions; and use applicable health center automated systems as needed to perform duties. Knowledge of Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations for Pediatric and Adult immunizations. Knowledge of CDC vaccine storage and handling guidelines. Thorough knowledge of nursing care principles and practices pertaining to the scope of practice; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; basic medications and their effects, as well as potential complications; application and proper use of various medical supplies and equipment used in performing assigned nursing duties; and aseptic techniques and requirements. Working knowledge of California laws and regulations pertaining to LVNs and their scope of practice. Ability to work calmly in a stressful situation. Ability to communicate with a variety of people (students, health care providers, faculty, staff, administrators, community members) in an effective, clear, sensitive, and timely manner. Ability to work in a dynamic environment and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in meeting student healthcare and operational needs. Freedom from color blindness. Out-of-State Work The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU's mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California's schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU's business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10899725/latest/. Background Check Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment of any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history, such as the nature, gravity, and recency of the conviction, the candidate's conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13813878/latest/ . Employment Eligibility Verification Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10927154/latest/. Security & Fire Safety In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster . CSU Classification This position is part of the CSUEU bargaining unit, the CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the following site, https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/Classification-Standards.aspx . The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the following site: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule-documents.aspx . The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is minimum $3,622 and maximum $6,989 per month. Please refer back to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position. Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. More information is available at: https://www.cpp.edu/eoda/employee-labor//access-accommodations/index.shtml. EEO Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University subscribes to the pay transparency nondiscrimination provision and all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. More information is available at: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf and at https://www.cpp.edu/eoda/employee-labor/documents/aa-eeo-doc/policy-statement_2022-aap-for-california-state-polytechnic-university-pomona_confidential_20220127.pdf . Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Cal Poly Pomona, we are committed to the urgent and ongoing work of creating and sustaining an inclusive campus where all students, faculty, and staff are welcomed, respected and can flourish to achieve their dreams of success. We believe diversity strengthens community. Cal Poly Pomona proudly holds designations as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university must be linked to the success of its Black community. More information about our campus initiatives can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence’s website . Other Notices For other important employment notices, we invite you to visit Cal Poly Pomona's Employment Notices web page. Advertised: May 06 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Apr 13, 2024
Type of Appointment : Full-Time, Probationary Collective Bargaining Unit : California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) - Unit 2 Job Classification : Licensed Vocational Nurse II Anticipated Hiring Amount: $3,622 - $6,587 per month Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm THE DEPARTMENT Student Health & Wellness Services is one component of the Student Health and Well-being Cluster within the Division of Student Affairs. This cluster stresses the University's commitment to preventative and holistic well-being approaches to support students and the institution's mission and strategic plan. In addition to Student Health & Wellness Services, this cluster includes Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and the Disability Resource Center. Student Health and Wellness Services aims to promote students' healthy lifestyles and academic success by providing quality medical, psychological, and wellness services. The department provides ambulatory health care, health education programs, prevention, and healing services to students of Cal Poly Pomona. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Act as the point person to carry out Immunization requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 803 by working under the direction of and in collaboration with the Lead Nurse, Lead Physician, and Director on activities including, but not limited to, the following: Review incoming student immunization records to ensure compliance with EO 803. Administer vaccines, perform TB tests, order labs, and follow-up lab results related to immunization compliance. Run queries to identify non-compliant students and place registration holds as indicated. Initiated, monitored, and tracked follow-up communication with students regarding immunization compliance and tuberculosis testing timelines. Counsel and educate patients on matters related to immunization compliance. Schedule appointments for immunizations, titers, and TB testing. Monitor and maintain an adequate inventory of vaccines. Perform monthly documentation of vaccine Inventory Reconciliation. Maintain calibration of temperature monitoring equipment. Identify temperature excursions on the vaccine refrigerator quickly and take immediate action to correct them. Coordinate with programs and departments on campus involved in immunization requirements. Collaborate in planning, coordination, and preparation of immunization clinics. Assist in the development and implementation of immunization related nursing policies and protocols. Provide updates to staff on Best Practice Immunization guidelines and recommendations Primary oversight for Medical Assistants and LVN's during immunization clinics and review of submitted immunization records for compliance with EO 803. In collaboration with the charge nurse, adjust Daily Schedule nursing assignments to meet high demand times for Immunization Clearance. Provides student-centered and culturally competent patient care in accordance with Student Health & Wellness Services procedures. Provides nursing assessment, observation, and intervention in any patient care areas of Student Health Services. Interview the patient to collect data regarding the nature of the patient's condition, including symptoms and signs of illness and/or injury. Assist in patient flow and rooming. Prepare patients for examination by a licensed health care provider and assist in the examination when appropriate. Take vital signs, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration, height, and weight, and make appropriate entries in electronic medical health records. Contribute to the evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care or treatment plan and perform follow-up treatments as requested. Under the orders of a physician or similar licensed practitioner and according to established standardized procedures, may administer medications by various means, including intramuscular and subcutaneous routes. Incumbents may start and superimpose intravenous lines and fluids and administer vaccines provided a prescribed course approved by the Board of Licensed Vocational Nursing and competencies have been verified. Perform TB and other skin tests; Administer allergy injections, medications, immunizations, and IV therapy. Perform electrocardiograms and pulmonary function testing; conduct irrigations; observe and record drug reactions; apply and change dressings; measure and fit for crutches and teach patients to walk with crutches; ear lavage; and similar treatments and procedures. Support general health center maintenance activities such as cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing equipment, exam rooms, and instruments, setting up treatment trays, and stocking supplies. May be involved in the development and implementation of nursing and patient care services, policies, and procedures. May assist other medical or technical personnel in other clinical departments, such as the laboratory or radiology, and perform specialized nursing duties as needed QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of a state-approved vocational nursing program in an accredited school of vocational nursing or equivalent training and experience as defined by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). Equivalent to three to four years of progressive responsibility as an LVN, including some experience in the specialty area to successfully perform work in the specialty; possess and maintain specialized training and/or related certifications. Thorough knowledge of nursing care principles and practices pertaining to the scope of practice; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; basic medications and their effects, as well as potential complications; application and proper use of various medical supplies and equipment used in performing assigned nursing duties; and aseptic techniques and requirements. Working knowledge of California laws and regulations pertaining to LVNs and their scope of practice. Possess broader and specialized knowledge and skills which support running and staffing specialty clinics, providing case management services, and providing patient counseling in the specialty area; broader knowledge of clinic operations and the development and implementation of clinic and nursing policies and procedures; and basic principles of lead work direction. Ability to perform assigned nursing duties and demonstrate appropriate nursing practices; demonstrate proper techniques and skills, competency in performing assigned nursing duties and patient care activities described above; learn related clinic procedures and handle equipment required for patient care in a Student Health Center; understand basic medical terminology; make accurate observations and accurately document a patient's subjective complaint in medical records; exercise correct judgment within the areas of assigned responsibility; follow detailed oral and written instructions; and use applicable health center automated systems as needed to perform duties. The ability to effectively apply specialized skills, possess strong organizational skills, and, if assigned, provide effective lead work direction to specified health center support staff. Possess and maintain a valid Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of California; possess and maintain certification for intravenous therapy as defined by the BVNPT; and may also be required to possess and maintain a valid CPR/AED certification and/or IV certification as appropriate to the assigned duties. Preferred Qualifications Phlebotomy certificate. Prefer experience using Excel or EMR capability to track patient outcomes. Desire strong organizational skills, ability to initiate process improvement, and meet deadlines. Ability to perform assigned nursing duties and demonstrate appropriate nursing practices; demonstrate proper techniques and skills, competency in performing assigned nursing duties and patient care activities described above; learn related clinic procedures and handle equipment required for patient care in a Student Health Center; understand basic medical terminology; make accurate observations and accurately document a patient's subjective complaint in medical records; exercise correct judgment within the areas of assigned responsibility; follow detailed oral and written instructions; and use applicable health center automated systems as needed to perform duties. Knowledge of Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations for Pediatric and Adult immunizations. Knowledge of CDC vaccine storage and handling guidelines. Thorough knowledge of nursing care principles and practices pertaining to the scope of practice; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; basic medications and their effects, as well as potential complications; application and proper use of various medical supplies and equipment used in performing assigned nursing duties; and aseptic techniques and requirements. Working knowledge of California laws and regulations pertaining to LVNs and their scope of practice. Ability to work calmly in a stressful situation. Ability to communicate with a variety of people (students, health care providers, faculty, staff, administrators, community members) in an effective, clear, sensitive, and timely manner. Ability to work in a dynamic environment and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in meeting student healthcare and operational needs. Freedom from color blindness. Out-of-State Work The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU's mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California's schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU's business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10899725/latest/. Background Check Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment of any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history, such as the nature, gravity, and recency of the conviction, the candidate's conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13813878/latest/ . Employment Eligibility Verification Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10927154/latest/. Security & Fire Safety In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster . CSU Classification This position is part of the CSUEU bargaining unit, the CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the following site, https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/Classification-Standards.aspx . The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the following site: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule-documents.aspx . The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is minimum $3,622 and maximum $6,989 per month. Please refer back to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position. Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. More information is available at: https://www.cpp.edu/eoda/employee-labor//access-accommodations/index.shtml. EEO Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University subscribes to the pay transparency nondiscrimination provision and all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. More information is available at: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf and at https://www.cpp.edu/eoda/employee-labor/documents/aa-eeo-doc/policy-statement_2022-aap-for-california-state-polytechnic-university-pomona_confidential_20220127.pdf . Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Cal Poly Pomona, we are committed to the urgent and ongoing work of creating and sustaining an inclusive campus where all students, faculty, and staff are welcomed, respected and can flourish to achieve their dreams of success. We believe diversity strengthens community. Cal Poly Pomona proudly holds designations as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university must be linked to the success of its Black community. More information about our campus initiatives can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence’s website . Other Notices For other important employment notices, we invite you to visit Cal Poly Pomona's Employment Notices web page. Advertised: May 06 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5105A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING : Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted DEFINITION: Provides highly skilled vocational nursing care involving a wide format of treatments and evaluative judgment to patients in a hospital inpatient care unit; or, in addition to performing direct patient care, has responsibility for guiding nursing personnel in a hospital impatient care unit. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: In the first role, LVN IIs perform skilled vocational nursing care to assigned adult or pediatric inpatients in a hospital impatient care unit. These positions apply such techniques of vocational nursing as giving treatments including those which involve the administration of medications, use of specialized equipment and provide direct bedside care. Incumbents in these assignments require more skill and judgment to perform safely and competently than general vocational nursing care.In the second role, positions allocable to this class are assigned on a regularly scheduled basis to lead a small group of LVN Is and/or nursing attendants assigned to provide direct patient care to adult or pediatric inpatients in a hospital impatient care unit. Positions in this assignment are responsible for scheduling, assigning and guiding nursing personnel in the medication, treatment and nursing care of inpatients and ensure that these tasks are carried out.In either assignment, duties performed require the exercise of vocational nursing judgment involving the application of nursing principles and techniques normally acquired through completion of vocational nurse training and comprehensive patient care experience in a hospital impatient care unit. Incumbents in these positions apply definitive criteria contained in nursing policies and procedures when making medication, treatment and nursing care decisions, and are continually in a position to interpret manifest indications of patient's condition and report such indications when they fall outside preestablished limits. LVN IIs normally work under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician and administer care or procedures for the patient ordered by the physician or contained in a nursing care plan; but, they are expected to contribute to the development of the nursing care plan with information and recommendations. Essential Job Functions Leads a small group of nursing personnel in the medication, treatment and nursing care of all patients in a medical, surgical or rehabilitation ward, major section of a ward or similar impatient care unit. Lead duties include: Scheduling and assigning work to nursing employees, checking to ensure completion, charting and recording of assigned tasks, and checking the quality in which tasks are performed. Administers medications by injection, orally and other predetermined methods with the exception of research drugs and others as determined by the Medical Department. Checks prescribed dosages against specified limits. Observes and reports adverse reaction to medication. Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates life saving action in emergencies and alerts the nurse-in-charge or physician. Sets up, operates and monitors electronic and/or mechanical equipment such as croupettes, oxygen therapy and suctioning equipment. Monitors the functioning of intravenous apparatus and cardioscopes. Provides bedside care such as maintaining personal hygiene, providing comfort and safety, performing urgent housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment, and taking measures to prevent pressure sores and other infirmities endemic to bedridden patients. Measures and records vital signs; records bed care procedures, treatments, medications and nourishment provided and output. Observes and reports on manifest behavior and condition of patients. Obtains and provides information on patients at change of shift briefings with nursing personnel, and in contacts with doctors. Reports on significant incidents involving nursing personnel, patients and others. Gives eye and ear irrigations and instillations. Cleans, debrides, medicates and applies dressings to wounds, using sterile technique. Provides emotional support to the patient, displaying empathy and interest in the patient's progress, being aware of and encouraging special aptitudes for the patient's rehabilitation. Teaches isolation technique to patients and visitors. Prevents spread of infection using principles of asepsis. Lays out appropriate instruments and supplies, and assists the physician performing medical and surgical procedures. In some specialized jobs performs the following duties: Monitors the operation of specialized equipment set up by a physician or nurse-in-charge such as renal dialysis machines, regulating venous and dialysate pressure from verbal instructions, monitoring gauges and alerting the nurse-in-charge when readings and observations of the patient indicate an abnormal condition. Performs specialized procedures such as peritoneal dialysis, adding prescribed medication in the dialysate solution, introducing and draining the solution in accordance with precise procedures. Perform duties of Nursing Attendants as an incident to work described above, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: One (1) year's experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a hospital impatient care unit. -AND- A California license to practice vocational nursing.* LICENSE: A California license to practice vocational nursing.* To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Vocational Nurse, issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, without limitations or restrictions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Vocational 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. If not received within the timeline specified, your application will be considered incomplete and not accepted. * *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. If not received within the timeline specified, no additional credit will be awarded. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience beyond the Minimum Requirements as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a hospital impatient care unit. A current certification in accordance with American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.** Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of Training and Experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire information at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register 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 . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. 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 shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM 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 . 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(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as " SEE RESUME " or " SEE APPLICATION " will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . 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. DO NOT SHARE USER ID 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. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: 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. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5105A California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 13, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5105A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING : Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted DEFINITION: Provides highly skilled vocational nursing care involving a wide format of treatments and evaluative judgment to patients in a hospital inpatient care unit; or, in addition to performing direct patient care, has responsibility for guiding nursing personnel in a hospital impatient care unit. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: In the first role, LVN IIs perform skilled vocational nursing care to assigned adult or pediatric inpatients in a hospital impatient care unit. These positions apply such techniques of vocational nursing as giving treatments including those which involve the administration of medications, use of specialized equipment and provide direct bedside care. Incumbents in these assignments require more skill and judgment to perform safely and competently than general vocational nursing care.In the second role, positions allocable to this class are assigned on a regularly scheduled basis to lead a small group of LVN Is and/or nursing attendants assigned to provide direct patient care to adult or pediatric inpatients in a hospital impatient care unit. Positions in this assignment are responsible for scheduling, assigning and guiding nursing personnel in the medication, treatment and nursing care of inpatients and ensure that these tasks are carried out.In either assignment, duties performed require the exercise of vocational nursing judgment involving the application of nursing principles and techniques normally acquired through completion of vocational nurse training and comprehensive patient care experience in a hospital impatient care unit. Incumbents in these positions apply definitive criteria contained in nursing policies and procedures when making medication, treatment and nursing care decisions, and are continually in a position to interpret manifest indications of patient's condition and report such indications when they fall outside preestablished limits. LVN IIs normally work under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician and administer care or procedures for the patient ordered by the physician or contained in a nursing care plan; but, they are expected to contribute to the development of the nursing care plan with information and recommendations. Essential Job Functions Leads a small group of nursing personnel in the medication, treatment and nursing care of all patients in a medical, surgical or rehabilitation ward, major section of a ward or similar impatient care unit. Lead duties include: Scheduling and assigning work to nursing employees, checking to ensure completion, charting and recording of assigned tasks, and checking the quality in which tasks are performed. Administers medications by injection, orally and other predetermined methods with the exception of research drugs and others as determined by the Medical Department. Checks prescribed dosages against specified limits. Observes and reports adverse reaction to medication. Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates life saving action in emergencies and alerts the nurse-in-charge or physician. Sets up, operates and monitors electronic and/or mechanical equipment such as croupettes, oxygen therapy and suctioning equipment. Monitors the functioning of intravenous apparatus and cardioscopes. Provides bedside care such as maintaining personal hygiene, providing comfort and safety, performing urgent housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment, and taking measures to prevent pressure sores and other infirmities endemic to bedridden patients. Measures and records vital signs; records bed care procedures, treatments, medications and nourishment provided and output. Observes and reports on manifest behavior and condition of patients. Obtains and provides information on patients at change of shift briefings with nursing personnel, and in contacts with doctors. Reports on significant incidents involving nursing personnel, patients and others. Gives eye and ear irrigations and instillations. Cleans, debrides, medicates and applies dressings to wounds, using sterile technique. Provides emotional support to the patient, displaying empathy and interest in the patient's progress, being aware of and encouraging special aptitudes for the patient's rehabilitation. Teaches isolation technique to patients and visitors. Prevents spread of infection using principles of asepsis. Lays out appropriate instruments and supplies, and assists the physician performing medical and surgical procedures. In some specialized jobs performs the following duties: Monitors the operation of specialized equipment set up by a physician or nurse-in-charge such as renal dialysis machines, regulating venous and dialysate pressure from verbal instructions, monitoring gauges and alerting the nurse-in-charge when readings and observations of the patient indicate an abnormal condition. Performs specialized procedures such as peritoneal dialysis, adding prescribed medication in the dialysate solution, introducing and draining the solution in accordance with precise procedures. Perform duties of Nursing Attendants as an incident to work described above, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: One (1) year's experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a hospital impatient care unit. -AND- A California license to practice vocational nursing.* LICENSE: A California license to practice vocational nursing.* To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Vocational Nurse, issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, without limitations or restrictions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Vocational 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. If not received within the timeline specified, your application will be considered incomplete and not accepted. * *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. If not received within the timeline specified, no additional credit will be awarded. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience beyond the Minimum Requirements as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a hospital impatient care unit. A current certification in accordance with American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.** Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of Training and Experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire information at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register 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 . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. 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 shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM 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 . 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(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as " SEE RESUME " or " SEE APPLICATION " will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . 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. DO NOT SHARE USER ID 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. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: 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. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5105A California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5104B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DATE OF FILING: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 8:30 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out of class experience will be accepted. DEFINITION : Performs vocational nursing duties in a hospital inpatient care unit. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class provide specified direct care to assigned adult or pediatric inpatients in a medical, surgical, obstetrical, psychiatric, admitting or rehabilitation ward, or intensive care, or other specialized impatient care unit. LVN I's apply such techniques of vocational nursing as giving treatments including those which involve the administration of medications and the use of specialized equipment, and either provide bedside care or assign such tasks to nursing attendants and LVN I's and ensure that these tasks are carried out. Incumbents in these positions apply definitive criteria contained in nursing policies and procedures when making medication, treatment and nursing care decisions, and are continually in a position to interpret manifest indications of patient's condition and report such indications when they fall outside preestablished limits. LVN I's normally work under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician and administer care or procedures for the patient ordered by the physician or contained in a nursing care plan; but they are expected to contribute to the development of the nursing care plan with information and recommendations. Essential Job Functions Administers medications by injection, orally, and other pre-determined methods with the exception of research drugs as determined by the Medical Department. Checks prescribed dosages against specified limits. Observes and reports adverse reaction to medication. Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates life saving action in emergencies and alerts the nurse-in-charge or physician. Sets up, operates and monitors electronic and/or mechanical equipment such as croupettes, oxygen therapy and suctioning equipment. Monitors the functioning of intravenous apparatus and cardioscopes. Provides bedside care such as maintaining personal hygiene, providing comfort and safety, performing urgent housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment and taking measures to prevent pressure sores and other infirmities endemic to bedridden patients. Measures and records vital signs; records bed care procedures, treatments, indications and nourishment provided and output. Observes and reports on progress of patients. Obtains and provides information on patients at change of shift briefings with nursing personnel and in contacts with doctors. Reports on significant incidents involving nursing personnel, patients and others. Gives eye and ear irrigations and instillations. Cleans, debrides, medicates and applies dressings to wounds, using sterile technique. Observes patients for manifest signs of anxiety stress or indications of change in emotional state or behavior, makes chart notations and informs a registered nurse of problem conditions. Provides emotional support to the patient, displaying empathy and interest in the patient's progress, being aware of and encouraging patient's special aptitudes for the patient's rehabilitation. Interacts in prescribed fashion with psychiatric patients on a one-to-one basis on the ward or while participating in activities off the ward by encouraging socialization and motivating and reassuring patients in a psychiatric setting. Follows the orders of the therapist in structuring discussions to elicit appropriate patient responses and participates in group therapy sessions led by a professional staff member by interacting with patients in ways designed to develop trust and clarification of problems. Teaches isolation technique to patients and visitors. Prevents spread of infection by using correct sterile technique. Lays out appropriate instruments and supplies and assists the physician in performing medical and surgical procedures. In some specialized jobs performs one of the following assignments: Monitors the operation of specialized equipment set up by a physician or nurse-in-charge such as renal dialysis machines, regulating venous and dialysate pressure from verbal instructions, monitoring gauges and alerting the nurse-in-charge when readings and observations of the patient indicate an abnormal condition. Performs specialized procedures such as peritoneal dialysis, adding prescribed medication in the dialysate solution, introducing and draining the solution in accordance with precise procedures, as needed. In a labor and delivery unit, prepares the expectant mother for delivery by shaving and disinfecting the abdominal area. Monitors vital signs and contractions, contacting the physician when these come within a specified range. Sets up and strips down the delivery room before and after delivery, wiping all equipment and mopping the floor with disinfectant. Serves as circulating nurse during normal deliveries, observing for breaks in aseptic technique and assisting the physician outside the sterile field. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.* LICENSE: *A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Vocational Nurse, issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, without limitations or restrictions. PHYSICAL CLASS : 3 - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting. A current certification in accordance with American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Vocational Nursing 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 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. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register 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 . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. 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 shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM 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 . 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(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . 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. DO NOT SHARE USER ID 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. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: 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. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: H RExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5104B California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 13, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5104B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DATE OF FILING: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 8:30 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out of class experience will be accepted. DEFINITION : Performs vocational nursing duties in a hospital inpatient care unit. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class provide specified direct care to assigned adult or pediatric inpatients in a medical, surgical, obstetrical, psychiatric, admitting or rehabilitation ward, or intensive care, or other specialized impatient care unit. LVN I's apply such techniques of vocational nursing as giving treatments including those which involve the administration of medications and the use of specialized equipment, and either provide bedside care or assign such tasks to nursing attendants and LVN I's and ensure that these tasks are carried out. Incumbents in these positions apply definitive criteria contained in nursing policies and procedures when making medication, treatment and nursing care decisions, and are continually in a position to interpret manifest indications of patient's condition and report such indications when they fall outside preestablished limits. LVN I's normally work under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician and administer care or procedures for the patient ordered by the physician or contained in a nursing care plan; but they are expected to contribute to the development of the nursing care plan with information and recommendations. Essential Job Functions Administers medications by injection, orally, and other pre-determined methods with the exception of research drugs as determined by the Medical Department. Checks prescribed dosages against specified limits. Observes and reports adverse reaction to medication. Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates life saving action in emergencies and alerts the nurse-in-charge or physician. Sets up, operates and monitors electronic and/or mechanical equipment such as croupettes, oxygen therapy and suctioning equipment. Monitors the functioning of intravenous apparatus and cardioscopes. Provides bedside care such as maintaining personal hygiene, providing comfort and safety, performing urgent housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment and taking measures to prevent pressure sores and other infirmities endemic to bedridden patients. Measures and records vital signs; records bed care procedures, treatments, indications and nourishment provided and output. Observes and reports on progress of patients. Obtains and provides information on patients at change of shift briefings with nursing personnel and in contacts with doctors. Reports on significant incidents involving nursing personnel, patients and others. Gives eye and ear irrigations and instillations. Cleans, debrides, medicates and applies dressings to wounds, using sterile technique. Observes patients for manifest signs of anxiety stress or indications of change in emotional state or behavior, makes chart notations and informs a registered nurse of problem conditions. Provides emotional support to the patient, displaying empathy and interest in the patient's progress, being aware of and encouraging patient's special aptitudes for the patient's rehabilitation. Interacts in prescribed fashion with psychiatric patients on a one-to-one basis on the ward or while participating in activities off the ward by encouraging socialization and motivating and reassuring patients in a psychiatric setting. Follows the orders of the therapist in structuring discussions to elicit appropriate patient responses and participates in group therapy sessions led by a professional staff member by interacting with patients in ways designed to develop trust and clarification of problems. Teaches isolation technique to patients and visitors. Prevents spread of infection by using correct sterile technique. Lays out appropriate instruments and supplies and assists the physician in performing medical and surgical procedures. In some specialized jobs performs one of the following assignments: Monitors the operation of specialized equipment set up by a physician or nurse-in-charge such as renal dialysis machines, regulating venous and dialysate pressure from verbal instructions, monitoring gauges and alerting the nurse-in-charge when readings and observations of the patient indicate an abnormal condition. Performs specialized procedures such as peritoneal dialysis, adding prescribed medication in the dialysate solution, introducing and draining the solution in accordance with precise procedures, as needed. In a labor and delivery unit, prepares the expectant mother for delivery by shaving and disinfecting the abdominal area. Monitors vital signs and contractions, contacting the physician when these come within a specified range. Sets up and strips down the delivery room before and after delivery, wiping all equipment and mopping the floor with disinfectant. Serves as circulating nurse during normal deliveries, observing for breaks in aseptic technique and assisting the physician outside the sterile field. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.* LICENSE: *A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Vocational Nurse, issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, without limitations or restrictions. PHYSICAL CLASS : 3 - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting. A current certification in accordance with American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Vocational Nursing 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 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. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register 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 . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. 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 shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM 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 . 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(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . 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. DO NOT SHARE USER ID 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. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: 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. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: H RExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5104B California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Care Manager (Transitional Care Services) (Whole Child Model) CalOptima CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced Care Manager (Transitional Care Services) (Whole Child Model) to join our team. The Care Manager for Transitional Care Services (TCS) Whole Child Model (WCM) will facilitate communication and coordination among all participants of the health care team and the member to ensure the services provided promote quality and cost-effective outcomes for pediatric and young adult members who have recently discharged from the hospital or emergency department (ED). The incumbent will be responsible for providing intensive case management, which includes assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the member's needs. Position Information: Department: Case Management Salary Grade: K - $70,000 - $114,268 ($33.65 - $54.9365) Work Arrangement: Full Telework **This position is eligible for telework in California.** Duties & Responsibilities: 85% - Care Management Assesses member needs using a standardized health needs assessment or health risk assessment with member or member's representative. Performs post-discharge assessment to identify member's post-hospital or post-ED discharge needs including but not limited to: Member's physical, functional, social and psychological status Member's cultural and linguistic needs Caregiver resources and available benefits Follow-up provider care and ensuring scheduled appointments. Durable medical equipment and supplies. Community resources. Collaboration with the member's Medical Therapy Program and Regional Center Service Coordinator if appropriate. Develops and implements a member's specific care plan which includes prioritized SMART goals. Care plan will be continuously reviewed, modified and updated to reflect the member's needs. Schedules weekly follow-ups with member or member's representative to assess progress towards goals and identifies barriers to meeting goals. Provides regular outreach to assigned members along with assigned members from a worklist and evaluates quality of service given to members according to department contact standards. Coordinates care and services with members, members' family members/representatives and other providers, as appropriate, including Community Supports and LTSS. Conducts face-to-face meetings at settings outside of CalOptima Health's locations such as in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term acute care hospitals, recuperative care and in member's home settings with members, members' family members/representatives and other providers, as appropriate. Communicates with member's physicians, specialists, community agencies and vendors to ensure coordination of services. Facilitates referrals to behavioral health/substance use disorder services and identifies and makes referrals to Long-Term Support Services (LTSS) department, Community Supports and community resources. Facilitates and participates in Interdisciplinary Care Team meetings as applicable. Collaborates with interdepartmental staff in case resolution as needed. Identifies cases needing manager, director or medical director review or input, routes accordingly and closes cases according to procedures and guidelines in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains appropriate documentation of patient care and progress within the documentation platform or care plan as appropriate. Advocates in the member's best interest for necessary funding, treatment alternatives, timelines and coordination of care and frequent evaluations of progress and goals. 10% - Administrative Support Participates in a mission driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability. Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department. Follows CalOptima Health's protocol for documenting all case interventions. Ensures reporting of productivity metrics to supervisor. 5% - Completes other projects and duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, gerontology, public health or related field required. 5 years of clinical experience and/or managed care experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above is also qualifying. Valid driver's license and vehicle or other approved means of transportation, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance will be required for work away from the primary office 20% of the time or more. Preferred Qualifications: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse or master's degree in social work, gerontology, public health or related field. 2 Years of pediatric experience. Certified Case Manager (CCM) certificate. Bilingual in English and one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold languages (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese). Required Licensure / Certifications: N/A Knowledge & Abilities: Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds. Work independently and exercise sound judgment. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events. Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills. Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner. Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration. Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions. Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment. Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations): Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting. Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment 10 to 25 pounds Work Environment: If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate. If located at PACE: Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. If located in the Community: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. About CalOptima Health: CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto - "Better. Together." - is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community's health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County's best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay! About our Benefits & Wellness options: At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. For those who are interested in additional retirement savings, employees have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options. For more information, please click on the 2024 CalOptima Health Benefits Guide regarding our comprehensive benefits and wellness package. IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is April 24, 2024 at 9:00 PM (PST). Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, a skills assessment, phone screen and interview. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and if applicable also pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug screening). Internal CalOptima Health applicants should apply through InfoNet. Communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email, including your SPAM folder, regularly throughout the recruitment process. You can also visit your candidate portal to receive the most up to date status of your application. CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together. CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation at (714) 246-8400 if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. To apply, please visit: https://jobs.caloptima.org/jobs/care-manager-transitional-care-services-whole-child-model-505-city-parkway-california-united-states Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-dc454f01e49e3147966b60a0ce11df1c
Apr 12, 2024
Care Manager (Transitional Care Services) (Whole Child Model) CalOptima CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced Care Manager (Transitional Care Services) (Whole Child Model) to join our team. The Care Manager for Transitional Care Services (TCS) Whole Child Model (WCM) will facilitate communication and coordination among all participants of the health care team and the member to ensure the services provided promote quality and cost-effective outcomes for pediatric and young adult members who have recently discharged from the hospital or emergency department (ED). The incumbent will be responsible for providing intensive case management, which includes assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the member's needs. Position Information: Department: Case Management Salary Grade: K - $70,000 - $114,268 ($33.65 - $54.9365) Work Arrangement: Full Telework **This position is eligible for telework in California.** Duties & Responsibilities: 85% - Care Management Assesses member needs using a standardized health needs assessment or health risk assessment with member or member's representative. Performs post-discharge assessment to identify member's post-hospital or post-ED discharge needs including but not limited to: Member's physical, functional, social and psychological status Member's cultural and linguistic needs Caregiver resources and available benefits Follow-up provider care and ensuring scheduled appointments. Durable medical equipment and supplies. Community resources. Collaboration with the member's Medical Therapy Program and Regional Center Service Coordinator if appropriate. Develops and implements a member's specific care plan which includes prioritized SMART goals. Care plan will be continuously reviewed, modified and updated to reflect the member's needs. Schedules weekly follow-ups with member or member's representative to assess progress towards goals and identifies barriers to meeting goals. Provides regular outreach to assigned members along with assigned members from a worklist and evaluates quality of service given to members according to department contact standards. Coordinates care and services with members, members' family members/representatives and other providers, as appropriate, including Community Supports and LTSS. Conducts face-to-face meetings at settings outside of CalOptima Health's locations such as in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term acute care hospitals, recuperative care and in member's home settings with members, members' family members/representatives and other providers, as appropriate. Communicates with member's physicians, specialists, community agencies and vendors to ensure coordination of services. Facilitates referrals to behavioral health/substance use disorder services and identifies and makes referrals to Long-Term Support Services (LTSS) department, Community Supports and community resources. Facilitates and participates in Interdisciplinary Care Team meetings as applicable. Collaborates with interdepartmental staff in case resolution as needed. Identifies cases needing manager, director or medical director review or input, routes accordingly and closes cases according to procedures and guidelines in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains appropriate documentation of patient care and progress within the documentation platform or care plan as appropriate. Advocates in the member's best interest for necessary funding, treatment alternatives, timelines and coordination of care and frequent evaluations of progress and goals. 10% - Administrative Support Participates in a mission driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability. Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department. Follows CalOptima Health's protocol for documenting all case interventions. Ensures reporting of productivity metrics to supervisor. 5% - Completes other projects and duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, gerontology, public health or related field required. 5 years of clinical experience and/or managed care experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above is also qualifying. Valid driver's license and vehicle or other approved means of transportation, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance will be required for work away from the primary office 20% of the time or more. Preferred Qualifications: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse or master's degree in social work, gerontology, public health or related field. 2 Years of pediatric experience. Certified Case Manager (CCM) certificate. Bilingual in English and one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold languages (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese). Required Licensure / Certifications: N/A Knowledge & Abilities: Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds. Work independently and exercise sound judgment. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events. Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills. Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner. Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration. Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions. Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment. Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations): Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting. Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment 10 to 25 pounds Work Environment: If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate. If located at PACE: Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. If located in the Community: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. About CalOptima Health: CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto - "Better. Together." - is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community's health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County's best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay! About our Benefits & Wellness options: At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. For those who are interested in additional retirement savings, employees have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options. For more information, please click on the 2024 CalOptima Health Benefits Guide regarding our comprehensive benefits and wellness package. IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is April 24, 2024 at 9:00 PM (PST). Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, a skills assessment, phone screen and interview. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and if applicable also pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug screening). Internal CalOptima Health applicants should apply through InfoNet. Communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email, including your SPAM folder, regularly throughout the recruitment process. You can also visit your candidate portal to receive the most up to date status of your application. CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together. CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation at (714) 246-8400 if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. To apply, please visit: https://jobs.caloptima.org/jobs/care-manager-transitional-care-services-whole-child-model-505-city-parkway-california-united-states Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-dc454f01e49e3147966b60a0ce11df1c
Butte-Glenn Community College
Oroville, California, United States
Description Full-time, Tenure Track (177 Day 10 Month) $67,300.20 - $103,347.82 per year Probationary (Contract I) Member of Academic Faculty Tentative First Interview Dates: June 25-26, 2024 Tentative Second Interview: June 27, 2024 Tentative Start Date : August 1, 2024 Application Tips for Success Additional Resources : About Butte College Relocation Incentive Housing Resources Benefits Telecommute Work Travel Reimbursement for Interviews DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW: The Butte College Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Department seeks an enthusiastic team player dedicated to upholding the high standards of an EMS education. The candidate may be assigned 100% teaching load that will primarily be in EMT courses but may include any combination of courses offered in the EMS department. The candidate may be assigned 90% teaching load and 10% reassign time to serve as the EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator. The Butte College EMS Department offers EMT and Paramedic courses. Faculty work collaboratively to ensure that EMS course offerings are current and related to one another. Our state-of-the-art facility includes smart classrooms and a dedicated lab with modern equipment and simulators for EMS courses. Our clinical and field affiliates are local and very supportive of our programs. Butte College is committed to providing excellent EMS education and that is reflected in our National Registry pass rates, which are well above the national average. Our paramedic program has been continuously accredited by CoAEMSP, and all our programs are well supported and approved by our local EMS Agency, Sierra Sacramento Valley EMSA. POSITION DUTIES: In addition to the responsibilities of the classification description, the specific position is also responsible for: Primary Instructor in EMT courses to include lecture, lab and clinical instruction and oversight. Responsible for EMS program requirements including curriculum development, course coordination, and instruction. Knowledgeable of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Social Security Division 9 and ensures compliance with these regulations for the EMS Program. May serve as EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator and/or Primary Instructor for the EMT Program, as outlined by California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Section 100070 - Teaching Staff. Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Butte-Glenn Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Butte-Glenn Community College District encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Representative Duties The full-time college instructor is responsible for effective performance in the following areas: A. General Scope of Responsibilities Excellence in teaching and instruction. Maintenance of professional growth and academic currency. Carrying out of area, departmental and/or program responsibilities. Contribution to the College as a whole in the form of College-wide service. Development and assessment of student learning outcomes. B. Teaching and Instruction Instructor plans for and is continually well prepared to teach. Instructor provides organized delivery of instruction. Instructor communicates respectfully to students and encourages contact. Instruction is consistent with the stated and approved outcomes of the course. Instruction is relevant to the course. Instructor shows interest in the subject matter and student learning. Instructor uses strategies designed to foster student engagement with the content. Instructor uses standards of student evaluation that are clear, fair and followed consistently. Instructor requires and evaluates levels of student effort sufficient to develop mastery of the subject or skills in the course. Instructor grades and returns student work, assignments and tests in a reasonable period of time. Instructor makes effective use of teaching aids, instructional methods and materials required of students (e.g., texts, manuals, etc.). Instructor is an effective teacher. Instructor prepares complete and timely course syllabi. Instructor continually evaluates, updates and revises course content and instructional methods and materials. Instructor coordinates course contents and instructional methods with other teachers in the program/discipline. Instructor meets and assists students during office hours, by appointment or at other reasonable times. Instructor initiates and carries through with improvements to course contents and classroom teaching methods. C. Professional Growth and Currency Instructor demonstrates examples of activities which show a pattern of academic, professional, and/or technical updating or currency. D. Area or Departmental Responsibilities Instructor is knowledgeable about and abides by College, Area and Department policies and procedures. Instructor meets deadlines and time targets including deadlines for reports, grades and paperwork. Instructor orders instructional materials, equipment and textbooks with sufficient lead times. Instructor assists Chair in evaluating and revising course schedules. Instructor collaborates to determine equitable course assignments. Instructor provides assistance to other full-time, part-time and/or new instructors. Instructor participates in departmental plans and activities with others. Instructor helps develop departmental budgets. Instructor monitors expenditures to keep within authorized budget spending appropriations. Instructor exercises good judgment in the use of and/or management of facilities, equipment and supplies. Instructor regularly attends assigned meetings. Instructor is punctual to assigned meetings. Instructor works collegially with faculty peers, classified staff and administration. Instructor performs their fair share of outside-of-class departmental duties and responsibilities, including contributing to unit plan and program review processes. Instructor initiates and/or participates in overall department-wide program development and curriculum improvements, maintenance, evaluation, revision and/or expansion. E. College-wide Service-Instructor demonstrates a pattern of College-wide service, including one or more of the following: Serve on College committees. Serves on College committees and project teams. Serves as a sponsor to student clubs and organizations. Participates in faculty/college governance. Participates on special project teams or ad hoc committees. F. DEIA Self-Reflection Statement Each faculty member will prepare a Self-Reflection statement using the approved format as described in Appendix G2 V. This statement is intended to foster a conversation among colleagues that reflects on how faculty can individually and collectively work to improve student outcomes for historically under-represented and disproportionately impacted populations. The self-reflection statement should be used to help advance individual professional development and institutional dialogue on change. G. The education, experience, aptitudes, skills, etc., for instructional positions differ by type of academic or vocational program. Refer to job announcements for specific job specifications. Qualifications/Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any associate degree and six years of professional experience, OR Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, OR Possession of a current California Community College Credential that permits full-time service as an instructor in the applicable discipline, OR The equivalent ( Applicants wishing to be considered for employment under District equivalency standards must submit a detailed statement explaining how you possess the equivalent to the minimum qualifications discussed above); AND Per Title 22: Be a Physician, Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Paramedic who is currently licensed in California, OR Be an Advanced EMT or EMT who is currently certified in California; AND Have at least 2 years of academic or clinical experience in the practice of emergency medicine or prehospital care in the last 5 years. *Degree must have a general education component. Applicants without a degree or with a degree lacking the general education component may be considered if they possess other training and/or experience determined to be equivalent to the general education component. Applicants possessing such training and/or experience are encouraged to request equivalency. DIVERSITY and EQUITY QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize community college students in a manner specific to the position. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three or more years of field experience as a paramedic or mobile intensive care nurse Experience preparing and teaching courses at the college level, preferably advanced level EMS (EMT/Paramedic) courses Be knowledgeable about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice Experience with curriculum development Experience supervising clinical and field internships Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Experience with accreditation process of EMS or similar program Experience with Advisory Committee of EMS or similar program Strong technology skills including Technology Mediated Instruction and commitment to advancing distance and collaborative education Master’s Degree in any field Evidence of leadership skills Excellent interpersonal communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills Organizational skills and strong attention to detail Supplemental Information PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Education Code § 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he or she is free of active tuberculosis. As a condition of employment, the District requires that you provide fingerprints prior to beginning work. You may be fingerprinted at Butte College Human Resources by appointment, or you may be fingerprinted at another agency. Should you be fingerprinted at another agency, the rolling fee charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility at the time of printing. The District reserves the right to modify, rescind or re-advertise this announcement without notification or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for the position. The Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------------Application Instructions----------------------- ALL APPLICANTS, INCLUDING CURRENT BUTTE COLLEGE EMPLOYEES, MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS: COVER LETTER: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide an account of how you meet the desired qualifications. RESUME OR VITA DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide a detailed account of how your skills, life experiences, work experience, education, and/or training have prepared you to effectively meet the needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. Please include examples of: Teaching or training practices and/or life experiences that have enabled or would enable you to more effectively engage with and support success for diverse populations. How you have engaged in on-going self-reflection to ensure equity in the workplace and/or classroom. Please include examples of workshops, trainings, and/or life experiences. TRANSCRIPTS : You are required to provide transcripts for coursework and/or degrees listed on the application materials you have submitted. The transcripts must include the date the institution granted the degree. Legible unofficial copies of transcripts are acceptable at this point in the process. Degree in progress: In order to qualify under this process you must be currently working toward the degree requirement. In order to complete your application, you are required to submit (1) current transcripts and (2) a letter from your Advisor confirming your academic standing in the program and forecasted completion date. The completion date must be no later than July 2024. Foreign Transcripts: Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing this service. Website linked here . All offers of employment are contingent upon the submission of official transcripts showing completion of the degree. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees/family members: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Income Protection, contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), 403b and 457tax shelter retirement plan, accrued vacation days and sick days. For more information please click on the link below. Fringe Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
May 07, 2024
Full Time
Description Full-time, Tenure Track (177 Day 10 Month) $67,300.20 - $103,347.82 per year Probationary (Contract I) Member of Academic Faculty Tentative First Interview Dates: June 25-26, 2024 Tentative Second Interview: June 27, 2024 Tentative Start Date : August 1, 2024 Application Tips for Success Additional Resources : About Butte College Relocation Incentive Housing Resources Benefits Telecommute Work Travel Reimbursement for Interviews DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW: The Butte College Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Department seeks an enthusiastic team player dedicated to upholding the high standards of an EMS education. The candidate may be assigned 100% teaching load that will primarily be in EMT courses but may include any combination of courses offered in the EMS department. The candidate may be assigned 90% teaching load and 10% reassign time to serve as the EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator. The Butte College EMS Department offers EMT and Paramedic courses. Faculty work collaboratively to ensure that EMS course offerings are current and related to one another. Our state-of-the-art facility includes smart classrooms and a dedicated lab with modern equipment and simulators for EMS courses. Our clinical and field affiliates are local and very supportive of our programs. Butte College is committed to providing excellent EMS education and that is reflected in our National Registry pass rates, which are well above the national average. Our paramedic program has been continuously accredited by CoAEMSP, and all our programs are well supported and approved by our local EMS Agency, Sierra Sacramento Valley EMSA. POSITION DUTIES: In addition to the responsibilities of the classification description, the specific position is also responsible for: Primary Instructor in EMT courses to include lecture, lab and clinical instruction and oversight. Responsible for EMS program requirements including curriculum development, course coordination, and instruction. Knowledgeable of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Social Security Division 9 and ensures compliance with these regulations for the EMS Program. May serve as EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator and/or Primary Instructor for the EMT Program, as outlined by California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Section 100070 - Teaching Staff. Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Butte-Glenn Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Butte-Glenn Community College District encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Representative Duties The full-time college instructor is responsible for effective performance in the following areas: A. General Scope of Responsibilities Excellence in teaching and instruction. Maintenance of professional growth and academic currency. Carrying out of area, departmental and/or program responsibilities. Contribution to the College as a whole in the form of College-wide service. Development and assessment of student learning outcomes. B. Teaching and Instruction Instructor plans for and is continually well prepared to teach. Instructor provides organized delivery of instruction. Instructor communicates respectfully to students and encourages contact. Instruction is consistent with the stated and approved outcomes of the course. Instruction is relevant to the course. Instructor shows interest in the subject matter and student learning. Instructor uses strategies designed to foster student engagement with the content. Instructor uses standards of student evaluation that are clear, fair and followed consistently. Instructor requires and evaluates levels of student effort sufficient to develop mastery of the subject or skills in the course. Instructor grades and returns student work, assignments and tests in a reasonable period of time. Instructor makes effective use of teaching aids, instructional methods and materials required of students (e.g., texts, manuals, etc.). Instructor is an effective teacher. Instructor prepares complete and timely course syllabi. Instructor continually evaluates, updates and revises course content and instructional methods and materials. Instructor coordinates course contents and instructional methods with other teachers in the program/discipline. Instructor meets and assists students during office hours, by appointment or at other reasonable times. Instructor initiates and carries through with improvements to course contents and classroom teaching methods. C. Professional Growth and Currency Instructor demonstrates examples of activities which show a pattern of academic, professional, and/or technical updating or currency. D. Area or Departmental Responsibilities Instructor is knowledgeable about and abides by College, Area and Department policies and procedures. Instructor meets deadlines and time targets including deadlines for reports, grades and paperwork. Instructor orders instructional materials, equipment and textbooks with sufficient lead times. Instructor assists Chair in evaluating and revising course schedules. Instructor collaborates to determine equitable course assignments. Instructor provides assistance to other full-time, part-time and/or new instructors. Instructor participates in departmental plans and activities with others. Instructor helps develop departmental budgets. Instructor monitors expenditures to keep within authorized budget spending appropriations. Instructor exercises good judgment in the use of and/or management of facilities, equipment and supplies. Instructor regularly attends assigned meetings. Instructor is punctual to assigned meetings. Instructor works collegially with faculty peers, classified staff and administration. Instructor performs their fair share of outside-of-class departmental duties and responsibilities, including contributing to unit plan and program review processes. Instructor initiates and/or participates in overall department-wide program development and curriculum improvements, maintenance, evaluation, revision and/or expansion. E. College-wide Service-Instructor demonstrates a pattern of College-wide service, including one or more of the following: Serve on College committees. Serves on College committees and project teams. Serves as a sponsor to student clubs and organizations. Participates in faculty/college governance. Participates on special project teams or ad hoc committees. F. DEIA Self-Reflection Statement Each faculty member will prepare a Self-Reflection statement using the approved format as described in Appendix G2 V. This statement is intended to foster a conversation among colleagues that reflects on how faculty can individually and collectively work to improve student outcomes for historically under-represented and disproportionately impacted populations. The self-reflection statement should be used to help advance individual professional development and institutional dialogue on change. G. The education, experience, aptitudes, skills, etc., for instructional positions differ by type of academic or vocational program. Refer to job announcements for specific job specifications. Qualifications/Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any associate degree and six years of professional experience, OR Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, OR Possession of a current California Community College Credential that permits full-time service as an instructor in the applicable discipline, OR The equivalent ( Applicants wishing to be considered for employment under District equivalency standards must submit a detailed statement explaining how you possess the equivalent to the minimum qualifications discussed above); AND Per Title 22: Be a Physician, Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Paramedic who is currently licensed in California, OR Be an Advanced EMT or EMT who is currently certified in California; AND Have at least 2 years of academic or clinical experience in the practice of emergency medicine or prehospital care in the last 5 years. *Degree must have a general education component. Applicants without a degree or with a degree lacking the general education component may be considered if they possess other training and/or experience determined to be equivalent to the general education component. Applicants possessing such training and/or experience are encouraged to request equivalency. DIVERSITY and EQUITY QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize community college students in a manner specific to the position. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three or more years of field experience as a paramedic or mobile intensive care nurse Experience preparing and teaching courses at the college level, preferably advanced level EMS (EMT/Paramedic) courses Be knowledgeable about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice Experience with curriculum development Experience supervising clinical and field internships Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Experience with accreditation process of EMS or similar program Experience with Advisory Committee of EMS or similar program Strong technology skills including Technology Mediated Instruction and commitment to advancing distance and collaborative education Master’s Degree in any field Evidence of leadership skills Excellent interpersonal communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills Organizational skills and strong attention to detail Supplemental Information PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Education Code § 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he or she is free of active tuberculosis. As a condition of employment, the District requires that you provide fingerprints prior to beginning work. You may be fingerprinted at Butte College Human Resources by appointment, or you may be fingerprinted at another agency. Should you be fingerprinted at another agency, the rolling fee charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility at the time of printing. The District reserves the right to modify, rescind or re-advertise this announcement without notification or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for the position. The Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------------Application Instructions----------------------- ALL APPLICANTS, INCLUDING CURRENT BUTTE COLLEGE EMPLOYEES, MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS: COVER LETTER: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide an account of how you meet the desired qualifications. RESUME OR VITA DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide a detailed account of how your skills, life experiences, work experience, education, and/or training have prepared you to effectively meet the needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. Please include examples of: Teaching or training practices and/or life experiences that have enabled or would enable you to more effectively engage with and support success for diverse populations. How you have engaged in on-going self-reflection to ensure equity in the workplace and/or classroom. Please include examples of workshops, trainings, and/or life experiences. TRANSCRIPTS : You are required to provide transcripts for coursework and/or degrees listed on the application materials you have submitted. The transcripts must include the date the institution granted the degree. Legible unofficial copies of transcripts are acceptable at this point in the process. Degree in progress: In order to qualify under this process you must be currently working toward the degree requirement. In order to complete your application, you are required to submit (1) current transcripts and (2) a letter from your Advisor confirming your academic standing in the program and forecasted completion date. The completion date must be no later than July 2024. Foreign Transcripts: Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing this service. Website linked here . All offers of employment are contingent upon the submission of official transcripts showing completion of the degree. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees/family members: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Income Protection, contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), 403b and 457tax shelter retirement plan, accrued vacation days and sick days. For more information please click on the link below. Fringe Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific