Description
THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The County of El Dorado Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Our programs and services include Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community, and Social Services. We have over 600 employees dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of their fellow community members.
PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION The Health and Human Services Agency’s Public Health Division promotes and protects the health and well-being of the citizens of El Dorado County. They monitor and control communicable disease, provide community services and outreach on topics such as immunizations, tobacco use prevention, oral health, family planning, WIC, and many more!
THE OPPORTUNITY - Implement and oversee the day-to-day vaccine management plan consistent with the California Vaccines for Children Program (VFCP), including providing technical guidance on the administration, storage, and handling of vaccines used for the prevention of disease; mitigation of post exposure to disease; and storage, handling, documentation, and inventory control of supplied biologicals.
- Act as a County liaison between the State Immunization Branch and Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health Division immunization activities, and perform day-to-day grant operations.
- Administer various vaccines, regents, and biologicals through oral, subcutaneous, intradermal, or intramuscular routes.
- Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team with other professionals, paraprofessionals, and support staff in the delivery of clinical nursing services.
- Assess the health literacy of individuals, families, and populations served; provide corresponding education regarding health topics, preventable diseases, and associated medications.
- Complete intervention documentation for rendered care for all clients receiving such service; prepare a variety of accurate, concise, and legally appropriate records and reports.
- Formulate and initiate nursing intervention based on nursing assessment in alignment with standardized procedures as appropriate, or in response to changes in health status of the client and/or family.
IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have knowledge and understanding of all Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) required and recommended vaccines for people of all ages. Ideally this candidate will possess the license and skills to administer vaccines; review immunization records; appropriately determine and educate patient and/or their parents or custodians on the required and recommended vaccines needed. This candidate will also assist with organizing and planning clinical activities; assist with the operation of clinics and satellite immunization sites, perform immunizations; administer immunizations under established protocols; interview and elicit medical history from clients; perform pregnancy testing; evaluate patients based on history, making appropriate referrals to medical and community resources; and giving injections and document all activities in electronic health record.
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations. Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with, major coursework in nursing,
and six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting;
-OR-Possession of an associate degree from an accredited educational institution, with major coursework in nursing,
and two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
Licenses and Certifications: - Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
- Possession of California Registered Nurse license issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing.
- Possession of CPR certification.
Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Registered Nurse, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at rachel.wallick@edcgov.us.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
For more information on the recruitment process, click
here.
Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes to the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Registered Nurse. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current vacancies for at least three (3) months.
We currently have the following vacancy:
- One (1) Full-time vacancy in the Health and Human Services, Public Health Division in Placerville, CA.
- One (1) Extra-Help vacancy in the Health and Human Services, Public Health Division in the general Placerville and South Lake Tahoe, CA area. The hours and days will vary depending on program needs.
Click
here for Frequently Asked Questions.
Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is of a recurrent nature depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
This extra help position may transition to a regular full-time employee if the conditions of Personnel
Rules 1103.1 (Download PDF reader) exist.
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
- 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
- 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
- 129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
- Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
- Skiing and Snowboarding
- Live Music and Music Festivals
- Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
- El Dorado County Fair
- Placerville Speedway
- Farm to Fork Restaurants
- Local Shopping Gems
Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information . CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future: - CalPERSRetirement
- Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
- Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance: - Paid Holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accruals
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
