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  • Company: Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Medical Services Bureau
  • Location: Los Angeles, CA 90012
  • Salary/Wages:$5,614.00 - $8,178.53 /month
    2% Bonus for Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • Job Status/Type:Full Time
    Employee
  • Job Category:Medical/Health
  • Occupation:Medical Practitioner;Nursing;General/Other: Medical/Health
  • Work Experience:5+ to 7 Years
  • Career Level:Experienced (Non-Manager)
  • Industries:Healthcare Services
  • Education Level:Professional
2415BR
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
Sheriff
REGISTERED NURSE II, SHERIFF
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY - APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
This announcement is a rebulletin to reopen the filing period and to update position information, essential job functions, certificate requirement, and application and filing information.  Persons who have already applied within the last twelve (12) months need not reapply, but may submit additional information by the last day of filing. The information must include your name, the correct examination title and number
J5140B
Open Continuous
07/21/2011
Monthly
5614.00
8178.53
(Upon appointment, a 5.5% bonus will be added.)
Positions at this level serve as a professional role model and act as an effective resource person for others. This includes coaching and leading other nursing and non-nursing staff. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of expert assessment skills, independent judgment and action, and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Incumbents report to higher-level nurses or providers. Incumbents apply recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Assessment/Reassessment

Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information.

Observes and analyzes physical condition, including performing physical examination of the patient.

Reviews medical records, patient history, and other documentation.

Reassesses patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, or psychosocial risk.

Recognizes deviations from baseline and interprets subtle changes in patient's condition.

Planning

Formulates nursing care plan based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures, and/or protocols.

Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Establishes patient goals and treatment plans.

Modifies plan of patient care based on reassessment findings and specific patient care needs, and/or changes in interdisciplinary treatment plan.

Identifies and incorporates discharge planning needs into patient's plan of care.

Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient/family education.

Seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues.

Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and educational programs to increase or maintain professional competency.

Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to maintain and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies.

Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner.

Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records.

Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, and employees.

Recommends and facilitates implementation of changes in nursing practice.

Identifies and resolves ethical issues in the practice setting.

Implementation

Provides individualized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed.

Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication.

Intervenes when situations call for immediate action.

Performs efficiently in emergency situations.

Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Implements the plan of care and coordinates patient care activities with members of interdisciplinary team.

Provides discharge teaching including aftercare instructions, medication administration, follow-up appointments, and appropriate contact information.

Recognizes safety hazards in the patient care environment and initiates timely and appropriate intervention.

Uses patient equipment and devices safely; recognizes when equipment and devices are not functioning correctly and takes timely and appropriate action (e.g., removes malfunctioning equipment from patient care area).

Evaluation/Monitoring

Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and intervention.

Communicates changes in plan of care to other members of interdisciplinary team.

Documents patient's response to treatment or nursing care.

Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of health care team.  

Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Three years of paid full-time experience* at the level of Registered Nurse I**.
Physical Class III – Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.***

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider Programs (CPR & AED).***
*Experience must be post-license experience ONLY.

**Experience at the level of a Registered Nurse I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as nurses focusing on applying and developing nursing knowledge and skills while providing professional nursing care to patients in a variety of patient care settings.

***Please be sure to write the title of the required license or certificate, the license number, date issued, date of expiration, and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Requirements. Attach a copy of the required license or certificate of compliance to your application AT THE TIME OF FILING. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure or certification will be considered incomplete until such information is provided. The original license must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to appointment.
This examination will consist of two (2) parts:

PART I: A qualifying written test covering common abbreviations and medical calculations.
A HAND HELD BATTERY/SOLAR OPERATED NON-TAPE PRODUCING CALCULATOR WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE WRITTEN TEST. USE OF MEMORY-STORAGE, SCIENTIFIC, STATISTICAL, OR FINANCIAL CALCULATORS, CELL PHONES, PERSONAL DIGITAL ASSISTANTS (PDAs), AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES IS PROHIBITED.

ONLY CANDIDATES WHO ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE WRITTEN TEST WILL PROCEED TO PART II.

THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

PART II: An oral interview covering training, experience, and general ability to perform the duties of this position weighted 100%.

Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Shift: Any
Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING A FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Correctional Services Division, Medical Services Bureau as they occur.

The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.

Any
Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of: 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.

Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772-1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.

Record of Convictions: A full disclosure of all convictions is required. Failure to disclose convictions will result in disqualification. Not all convictions constitute an automatic bar to employment. Factors such as your age at the time of the offense(s), and the recency of offense(s) will be taken into account, as well as the relationship between the offense(s) and the job(s) for which you apply. However, any applicant for County employment who has been convicted of workers’ compensation fraud is automatically barred from employment with the County of Los Angeles (County Code Section 5.12.110). ANY CONVICTIONS OR COURT RECORDS WHICH ARE EXEMPTED BY A VALID COURT ORDER DO NOT HAVE TO BE INCLUDED.

Veterans Preference Credit: Veterans Preference Credit of 10 points will be added to the final passing grade in any open competitive examination if you are an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States: · During a declared war; or · During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; or · For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; or · In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded.
This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. If you are unable to provide any documentation at the time of filing, the 10 points will be withheld until such time it is provided.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY - APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application ONLINE. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application.

Fill out your application completely.  Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job.

All information is subject to verification.

We may reject your application at any time during the selection process.

We may close this examination without prior notice.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE:

We encourage you to apply online by clicking on the link above or below this bulletin that reads, "Apply to Job" so you can apply online and track the status of your application and get notified of your progress by mail.

We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing.

NOTE:  Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 within five (5) days of filing online, or by the last day of filing, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING ONLINE FILING:

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES: 
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications and JSQs can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Please fill out the application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits and/or certificates earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, and salary earned.  All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.  Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process.  

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.

Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program:  In an effort to improve compliance with court-ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990:  All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator at the number below.

Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number below.

The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.

Professional Exams Unit
(323) 526-5611
www.lasd.org
(323) 526-5671
(323) 260-5291
(800) 735-2922
(323) 267-6669
Nursing
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