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Introduction *Effective July 11, 2020, positions in this job classification will be furloughed by 7.5% To view the full job announcement, click here: Director of Nursing Closing Date/Time: 3/5/2021 11:59:00 PM

Description The County of Yolo Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)is recruiting to fill one (1), at-will, full-time Director of Public Health Nursing. The DPHN oversees the county's public health nursing workforce and provides leadership to the infectious disease unit. The DPHN also serves as the Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Director with responsibilities to oversee and assure the programmatic implementation and fiscal oversight of the county's MCAH Title V work. The position supports the public health director in the agency's overall strategic plan to improve MCAH. This includes the supervision of program staff in the CPSP, FIMR, SIDs, Title V and home visiting efforts (CalWORKs HVP, CHVP, Nurse Home Visiting). Definition Under general direction, plans, organizes, and directs the Public Health Nursing Program of the Health Department; and does related work as required. Essential Functions The following duties are typical of those performed by the incumbents in this classification: however, other duties may also be required. Plans, organizes, and directs the nursing programs of the Department of Public Health; Evaluates the nursing programs in relation to the meeting of program objectives; Maintains standards of public health nursing programs including securing medical approval of nursing practice as necessary and assuring that services are provided according to County, State, and departmental regulations and policies; Recruits, selects, and assigned nursing personnel; Supervises the public health nursing staff; Collaborates with other health professionals and citizen groups in studying, planning, and putting into action community health programs; Assists with preparation of budgets for public health nursing programs; And does other work as required. Employment Standards Education : Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Public Health Nursing from a college or university accredited by the National League for Nursing. Possession of a Master's degree in Public Health Nursing is preferred. Experience : Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public health nursing, including at least two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity. License/Certificate : Possession of a valid certificate of registration issued by the California Board of Nursing Examiners; a valid certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Department of Health. Driver's License : Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation. Knowledge of : principles, procedures and techniques of Public Health Nursing; causes, treatment and prevention of communicable disease; the methods of promoting maternal and child health; the sociological problems involved in a Public Health Nursing program; community resources; principles of supervision and training. Ability to : participate effectively in community activities; prepare clear and concise reports; speak and write effectively; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work Application & Selection Process Application Process It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a completed supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. **PLEASE NOTE: THOSE CANDIDATES THAT ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL LATER BE ASKED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION (IF QUALIFYING FOR THE POSITION WITH EDUCATION IN ADDITION TO EXPERIENCE).** Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office in any one or more of the following ways: As an attachment to the online application By e-mail to hhsa.jobs@yolocounty.org By fax to (530) 661-2674 By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All required documents must be received by the Human Resources Office by the final filing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail. Selection Procedure The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps may change with or without notice. Week of 10/12/2020 Screen for Minimum Qualifications Week of 10/12/2020 Screen for Best Qualified TBD Department Selection Interviews TBD Reference Checks (Finalist candidates only followinginterviews) TBD Tentative Job Offer/Livescan/Drug & Alcohol Screen Verification of Education Acceptable forms of educational documentation are official or unofficial transcripts that list the student's name, institution name, field of study and date the degree was awarded. For recent graduates who have not received proof of their degree yet, a letter from the registrar's office stating that all requirements for graduation have been met and listing the field of study will be sufficient proof of graduation. Please do not send originals; copies of the required documents are acceptable. Any submitted documents will not be returned. All foreign transcripts or diplomas must be in English. If the institution does not provide these documents in English, the applicant will need to provide a translation which has been done by a professional agency. The County of Yolo will accept education as equivalent to U.S. accreditation from Institutions that are listed as members of the International Association of Universities. You may check for your school by visiting the IAU web site ( http://www.iau-aiu.net/content/institutions ). Applicants who possess a degree or completed coursework that is not from an accredited college or university, must submit one of the following: 1. A written statement from a U.S accredited university or college that states that the applicant is qualified for entrance to a program of graduate studies for which a degree in a related field is required. 2. An evaluation of the applicant's degree and coursework equivalency by a private organization that provides foreign credential evaluation services. The evaluation must include a comparison of comparable U.S. courses for content, credit and grade. Note : Foreign language documents must include a precise word-for-word English translation of all foreign language documents. It is the responsibility of each applicant to prove to the satisfaction of the County that the applicant meets the specific requirements listed on the job announcement for each specific examination. The following is a list of private organizations that provide foreign credential evaluation services. Fees range from $50 to $400 per document; processing times vary from 5-20 business days. For further information, please contact the organization(s). The County of Yolo does not endorse these business entities; this list has been developed for informational purposes only. EDUCATIONAL RECORDS EVALUATION SERVICE 601 University Ave., Suite 127 Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 921-0790 www.eres.com FOREIGN EDUCATION DOCUMENT SERVICE P.O. Box 151739 San Diego, CA 92175 (619) 265-5810 www.documentservice.org CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH, EVALUATION & EDUCATION, INC. P.O. Box 18358 Anaheim, CA 92817 (714) 237-9272 www.iescaree.com GLOBAL SERVICES ASSOCIATES, INC. 409 North Pacific Coast Highway, # 393 Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (310) 828-5709 www.globaleval.org INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH FOUNDATION CREDENTIALS EVALUATION SERVICE P.O. Box 3665 Culver City, CA 90231-3665 (310) 258-9451 www.ierf.org Contact Information For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact HHSA Human Resources by e-mail at hhsa.jobs@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8600. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.

Position Description Supervises and delegates nursing care of members of the health team. May perform nursing care based on staffing needs. Functions within the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates patient care services. Provides supervision and direction to subordinate nursing staff to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional environment. Major/Essential Functions Supervises TTUHSC nursing staff and oversees nursing patient care, under the scope of contractual obligations, at nursing subcontracted facilities. May perform nursing care based on staffing needs. Functions within the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice stting. Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates patient care services. Provides supervision and direction to subordinate nursing staff to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional environment. Occasional Duties As assigned. Benefits Offered • Generous paid time off, sick leave, and holiday schedule • 100% paid health insurance for full time employees, 50% paid for dependents • Dental, vision, long-term, and short-term disability benefits. • State of Texas pension plan that vests in 5 years. • State Employee tuition forgiveness and tuition assistance for continuing education • Medical liability insurance for all licensed health care employees. • And much more. Required Qualifications License/Certification: * A current R.N. license as approved by the Texas State Board of Nursing or ability to transfer license to Texas. Education/Experience: * A Bachelor's degree from an approved accredited University; at least four years of nursing experience, of which two of those years are in a supervisory capacity, OR graduated from an approved accredited nursing program; at least six years of nursing experience of which two of those years are in a supervisory capacity Preferred Qualifications Basic computer skills. Previous specialty/subspecialty experience in area where applying. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. Required Attachments Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV Optional Attachments Professional/Personal Reference Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. EEO Statement As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Description: CSUN's Commitment to You CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. About the University One of the largest universities in the country, California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is an urban, comprehensive university that delivers award-winning undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 40,000 students annually and counts more than 330,000 alumni who elevate Southern California and beyond. Since its founding in 1958, CSUN has made a significant and long-term economic impact on California, generating nearly $1.9 billion in economic impact and more than 11,700 jobs each year. The LAEDC recognized CSUN as its 2015 Eddy Award winner for its positive economic impact. Serving more students on Pell Grants than any other institution in California, CSUN is also a social elevator and one of the most diverse universities in the country. CSUN ranks 13th in awarding bachelor's degrees to underrepresented minority students and seventh in bachelor's degrees to Latino students, serves the 13th largest Jewish student population, and enrolls the largest number of students who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing of any U.S. state university. The journal Nature recently named CSUN a Rising Star for scientific research, and the NSF ranks CSUN in the top five nationally among similar institutions for graduates who go on to earn doctorates in the sciences. CSUN is where individuals rise. And through them, so does Greater Los Angeles and beyond. About the College CSUN's Tseng College provides advanced professional education to undergraduate, graduate, international and midcareer students. With more than $36 million in revenue and nearly 36,000 registrations in 2018-2019, the College is a leading provider of professional degrees, certificates and custom-designed programs. Known for its premier support services, the College employs an administrative staff of more than 75 people, leading to high graduation rates - 71-88 percent for most programs in 2018-2019, with some, like the M.A. in Music Industry Administration, achieving 97 percent in 2018-2019. The College is nationally recognized for providing programs with formats, delivery modes and locations that address the needs and constraints facing working professionals and their organizations. It works closely with businesses, communities, agencies and international partners to design and deliver programs that meet unique organizational needs and goals. Serving more than 1,000 international students, the College provides English-language and college-preparation instruction. In addition to its tutoring services, the College specializes in programs that help international students integrate into, or more fully experience, the university. These include an intensive, year-round academic program; a semester studying at CSUN; and an immersive summer experience. The College is also responsible for CSUN's University Access programs, which offer classes during the winter and summer breaks, and allow non-CSUN students to attend courses for credit. With more than 30 programs and degrees, the college provides students with an extensive range of academic and professional options. Its master's degrees include applied behavioral analysis, assistive technology, communicative disorders, diverse community development leadership, engineering management, humanities, instructional design, knowledge management, music industry administration, public administration, public health, social work and taxation. Bachelor's degrees include liberal studies, public sector management and nursing. Certificate programs include assistive technology applications, business administration, radiologic technology and speech-language pathology. Major Duties Under general supervision, the Assistant Director of Distance Learning: Instructional Design ensures that CSUN's fully online and hybrid programs are excellent and distinctive and on the forefront of practice in instructional design for online teaching and learning. The incumbent leverages effective instructional strategies and relevant instructional resources to positively impact student achievement; collaborates with faculty to create online course plans, which consist of instructional approaches to interactive and engaging assignment design, the online course design plan will also include: lectures, readings, synchronous sessions, relevant online resources, technologies, and strategies best suited to meet course learning objectives; ensures high levels of student success in keeping with CSUN's current high on-time graduation rates in its fully online programs; works with faculty across a wide range of fields and disciplines at CSUN; works with openness, transparency, positive mutual support, and a focus on the core work of the College and making decisions based on what is best for CSUN, the College, and the students and communities they serve; maintains keeping with CSUN's Leadership Principles; is responsible for ensuring that all data related to assigned programs is kept securely and in keeping with CSUN data security policies and best practices; and performs other duties as assigned. To request a detailed position description, please email Michael Paloma at michael.paloma@csun.edu Qualifications Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in computer science, instructional design, curriculum design, learning sciences, educational psychology or a job-related field. A master's or doctorate degree is preferred. Equivalent to five years of full-time, progressively responsible experience creating and successfully implementing online learning solutions for higher education environments, including one year of project management, team leadership, systems implementation and development. At least three years of supervisory experience in an educational environment is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Thorough knowledge of a variety of software application packages, equipment platforms, reference database systems and sources, and training methods and a basic understanding of networks, data communication, and multimedia systems. Working knowledge of and highly proficient in using MS Office Suite. Functional knowledge of and experience applying ADA and copyright compliance guidelines for online learning environments is strongly preferred. Knowledge of learning management systems and other online delivery tools. Experience overseeing staff, working directly with and leading faculty and/or educational stakeholders, and creating and successfully implementing online learning solutions for higher education environments. Ability and specialized skills to: identify, analyze and address user problems; lead and collaborate with project teams comprised of faculty members, instructional designers, staff, and higher education administrators; analyze problems and propose effective solution; understand functional and procedural requirements and develop alternative solutions; relate system solutions to departmental management and staff; plan and conduct effective meetings, and give oral presentations to groups; prioritize and manage several projects at one time; work with accuracy and reliability, manage details, create and implement action plans, and anticipate/address potential problems that may arise; work well within and across organizational units; use and test new technology applications; learn new distance/online learning strategies and practices and to continue to develop professionally; adapt to fluctuations in hours to accommodate clients in different time zones and attend meetings at a variety of times and fluctuation on and off campus; think creatively and problem-solve independently and in an agile manner; provide and receive constructive criticism and feedback; possess exceptional project management skills, strong organizational and planning skills, and effective written and oral communication skills. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule The university offers an excellent benefits package. Classification: 0420 / Information Technology Consultant / 3 The salary range for this classification is: $6,249 - $12,100 per month. The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $6249 - $7000, dependent upon qualifications and experience. HOURS: Full-Time; 40 hours per week; 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. May include some evenings and weekends. REG: This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. Application Period This job opening has been re-posted and will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED. How to Apply Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit the link below: www.csun.edu/careers Background check This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the status of candidates who apply for the position. CANRA The person holding this position may be 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. Equal Employment Opportunity CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Position Description Supervises and delegates nursing care to members of the health team. May perform nursing care based on staffing needs. Functions within legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates patient care services. Provides supervision and direction to subordinate nursing staff to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional environment. Major/Essential Functions Ensures nursing staff are properly educated and supervised to perform job functions. Monitors communication of patient data using Electronic Health Record to support decision making for delivery of optimal patient care. Monitors communication of patient data using Electronic Health Record to support decision making for delivery of optimal patient care. Investigate quality of care concerns Responsible for nursing service aspects of Quality Improvement, ORA, ATC and other audit surveys Work is performed under general supervision with intellectual freedom, autonomy to nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit. This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC: • ONE TEAM unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission • KINDHEARTED exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude • INTEGRITY be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking • VISIONARY nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit • BEYOND SERVICE create and deliver positive defining moments Occasional Duties As assigned. Benefits Offered • Generous paid time off, sick leave, and holiday schedule • 100% paid health insurance for full time employees, 50% paid for dependents • Dental, vision, long-term, and short-term disability benefits. • State of Texas pension plan that vests in 5 years. • State Employee tuition forgiveness and tuition assistance for continuing education • Medical liability insurance for all licensed health care employees. • And much more. Required Qualifications License/Certification: * Current RN license in the State of Texas or ability to obtain a Texas license. Education: * Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. Experience: * At least four years in nursing, with at least two of those years in a supervisory capacity. Preferred Qualifications CPR Certification Basic Computer Skills. Previous Specialty/Specialty experience in area where applying. Optional Attachments Professional/Personal Reference, Professional License/Certification Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. EEO Statement As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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

Definition and Class Characteristics Come join our dynamic, professional team committed to keeping Nevada County's residents safe and healthy! The Temporary Nurse Practitioner position provides clinic coverage Monday, Wednesday, and Thursdays as needed (per diem). Responsibilities include performing gynecological examinations and procedures, STI screening and treatment, family planning counseling and guidance. The ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position, but is not required. You would be working with people who not only enjoy the work that they do, but also enjoy the camaraderie of an amazing team. Under the immediate supervision of the Director of Public Health Nursing, organizes, directs and provides a spectrum of primary health care and other clinical services for clients in a general or specialized health clinic; works collaboratively with the Public Health Officer in the formulation and implementation of selected policies, standardized procedures, and professional protocols related to assigned functions; oversees, directs and supervises the day-to-day operations of health care delivery; and performs related work as required. This classification combines the professions of Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant. Incumbents may be assigned to different areas of specialty, consistent with their academic and clinical training. Incumbents provide health care services and perform clinical procedures requiring possession of advanced knowledge and skills and the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Medical direction is received from a licensed physician, and administrative direction from a program manager and director. This is a broad classification encompassing a variety of specialized knowledge and advanced practice skill levels. More experienced incumbents may provide training and direction to less experienced employees and/or contract or temporary employees. This class is distinguished from the Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse and Behavioral Health Nurse classes in that this class is licensed to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures which are beyond the scope of the Registered Nurse license or the Public Health Nurse certificate. It is further distinguished by its operational responsibilities over assigned areas. Examples of Duties Essential: Organizes, directs and provides health care services in a general or specialized health clinic, such as, but not limited to, Family Planning, Adult, and/or Pediatric Assists the Public Health Officer and Director of Nursing in formulating and implementing program policies, procedures and protocols; provides health care services in compliance with program regulations and requirements Serves as clinical liaison to and coordinates clinic services with other community health and social services; facilitates referrals Provides direction concerning the medical management of clients to nursing and other treatment team members; may demonstrate procedures and act as an advisor Assesses client health by obtaining medical/health history, performing physical examinations, and initiating appropriate diagnostic and screening tests; evaluates findings and results and prescribes medical treatment; refers complex or emergent cases as appropriate Performs gynecological examinations, procedures and screening services to women to identify any abnormal conditions, and takes appropriate follow-up action; provides family planning counseling and guidance to clients including selection of appropriate contraceptive devices, fitting and placing those devices, prescribing of appropriate contraceptives and treatment for disease processes Performs routine procedures in area of specialization, as authorized by physician and in accordance with County and State protocols and regulations; may perform more complex examinations and procedures, such as sexual assault exams or colposcopies, consistent with training, skills and regulations Maintains accurate records of assessments, evaluations, treatments and follow-ups Teaches and counsels individuals, families and groups regarding health mainte­nance in area of specialization Evaluates needs and develops and presents community education and in-service training programs Important: Attends a variety of internal and external meetings and conferences Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge of: Advanced nursing principles, practices, methods and techniques Principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis, treatment and documentation of health problems within the area of specialty Pharmacology relevant to area of specialty, including indications, reactions, interac­tions and contraindications Laws, rules, regulations, protocols and requirements pertinent to the practice of nursing and the area of specialty Safety and infection control practices and procedures Counseling and interviewing techniques Environmental, sociological and psychological problems related to medical care within the area of specialty Principles and practices of health promotion and disease prevention and control Community medical and social agencies and resources Skill in: Organizing and directing health care clinics Understanding, interpreting and applying laws, regulations, program require­ments, policies and protocols Conducting complete physical and/or psychosocial assessments of clients, developing and implementing treatment plans, and making appropriate referrals Performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures specific to area of assignment Evaluating findings and results, determining deviations from normal, and prescribing appropriate measures Applying teaching principles and providing education and counseling Providing health care services to dysfunctional, stressed and/or uncooperative clients Exercising sound independent judgment within scope of authority and practice Preparing and maintaining organized, detailed and accurate medical records Collaborating with other members of the health care team on an ongoing basis Demonstrating sensitivity to the effects of culture, ethnicity, and socioeconom­ic background on health issues Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Education and Experience Required REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED HERE MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION. THESE INCLUDE: COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES . Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or related field. Post-graduate coursework sufficient to meet licensure. One year of clinical experience in the desired specialty area. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse AND certifica­tion as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing OR possession of a valid certificate as a Physician Assistant issued by the Medical Board of California OR possession of a valid certificate as a Certified Nurse Midwife issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a current CPR certificate. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in both office and clinical settings, and to travel to various sites; strength to lift, carry and position supplies and equipment; touch and manual dexterity to conduct physical health assessments; vision to read handwritten and printed materials, and examine and observe clients; hearing and speech to converse in person and by telephone. Working in exposure to communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME Under direction, to supervise public health staff and services; to plan, coordinate, organize and supervise a multiple number of public health and related programs; may assist with administrative responsibilities as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the supervisory level in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents are responsible for coordinating and supervising a multiple number of public health and related programs and may perform more complex public health nursing services in a specialized public health program, as well as provide direction and coordination for other professional nursing staff. Positions at this level are distinguished from the higher level position, Director of Nursing Services, in that the latter has first line management authority over all public health programs within the Public Health Division. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Supervising Community Health Nurse in that this classification possesses a Certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. REPORTS TO Health Officer or designee. CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED Provides supervision of Public Health Nurse I/II/III and Community Health Nurse I/II/III and other assigned public health staff. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit and stand for extended periods; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use medical and office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in clinic, office, and home environments; exposure to communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens; continuous contact with other staff and the public. Incumbent are expected to follow universal precautions. Incumbents may be required to drive in remote areas of the County in all weather conditions. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Supervises and monitors public health and related services/programs Supervises public health and community health nurses and other subordinate staff Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of staff, assists in hiring staff and recommends disciplinary action when appropriate, approves staff leave requests Advises staff on nursing policies, procedures and special problem areas Drafts and standardizes procedures Reviews records and reports for quality improvement purposes Assists in planning and participates in in-service educational programs Evaluates staff training needs and develops strategies for addressing training needs Evaluates work performance of subordinate staff; Maintains liaison with other social and health agencies Attends public health-related meetings and conferences Prepares reports Collaborates with nursing administration, other county departments, and community organizations to develop needs assessments and long-term plans; may serve in a leadership role in a special area or coordinate a designated program or project May participate in grant writing, collection and analysis of statistics, program audits and evaluations and preparation of specific program budgets Other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications & Requirements Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. One year of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse III with San Benito County. Two years of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse II with San Benito County. Special Requirements: Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse in California. Possession of a Certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Supplemental information Knowledge of: Principles and practices of staff supervision and development. Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventative medicine. Community resources and demography influencing public health nursing services. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, disabling conditions, and public health nursing services. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs and services. Causes, means of transmission, and control of communicable diseases. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Principles of public health education. Program planning, evaluations and development principles. Principles of program and work coordination, and training. Ability to: Provide direction, supervision and evaluation of the work of subordinate staff. Plan, organize, and supervise public health nursing activities and services for an assigned service area or program. Understand, interpret and apply rules, laws, policies and regulations relative specific public health programs. Develop and maintain public relations, staff, community groups and other government organizations. Collect, analyze and interpret technical, statistical and health data. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Description Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of care activities in an assigned specialty or subspecialty outpatient clinic on an as needed basis. Incumbent is assigned per the direction of the local Director of Nursing Services. Work is performed as part of a total health care team in providing complete evaluations to patients. Major/Essential Functions Will provide PRN services to include assist LVN, physician, and physician assistant; direct patients to exam rooms; take patient vital signs; other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor. Required Qualifications Education: Completion of a recognized program of nursing or an educational program appropriate for the level of care to be provided. License: License or certification consistent with regulatory requirements. Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. EEO Statement As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Psychiatric Nurses provide professional nursing care to individuals with developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or social, emotional and/or behavioral disorders, in an institution or out-patient setting in accordance with the authorized scope of practice specified in the Nurse Practice Act. Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services is recruiting for a Psychiatric Nurse 4 with the Dini-Townsend Hospital in Sparks. This position acts as an executive nurse responsible for supervisory and administrative functions and reports directly to the Director of Nursing (DON). Duties include: managing nursing operations and human resource activities to include recruitment, performance management, and agency staff coordination; being accountable for special projects such as accreditation readiness, seclusion and restraint reduction, and performance improvement; using analytic processes to recommend and implement innovative programs to improve service excellence and customer service; and may represent the DON at both internal and community meetings with affiliates and other partners. Nevada's beautiful landscape and diverse activities are a few reasons to live in the Silver State! State employment benefits include medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs; participation in the Public Employees' Retirement Plan (PERS); 11 paid holidays; and accrual of three weeks of annual and sick leave each year. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Closing Date/Time: 02/26/2021

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME AND IS A PART-TIME, TEMPORARY POSITION ONLY Under direction, plans, initiates and conducts epidemiological investigations, field studies and disease surveillance; Performs difficult and complex administrative tasks to control disease outbreaks and prevent avoidable morbidity and mortality; Performs project management as assigned; Performs related duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This class is responsible for sophisticated surveillance, identification and complex control measures of communicable and reportable disease hazards and environmental disease hazards. The incumbent applies advanced technical epidemiological models to determine patterns of disease in a community and designs research projects to assess levels of community morbidity or apply successful interventions to local projects. This class is distinguished from Public Health Nurse classes which provide clinical, educational and counseling activities directly to clients relating to disease control. This position provides consultation to Public Health Officer and Public Health Nurses who are assigned to communicable disease control activities. REPORTS TO Director of Nursing/Deputy Director of Public Health, Public Health Officer or designee CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED May supervise clerical or professional staff as assigned by Deputy Director TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is generally preformed in an office setting; Continuous contact with the public and other staff. Frequent overnight travel to trainings, conferences and meetings required. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Initiates and plans Epidemiological assignments Trains and instructs staff as necessary Develops and implements methodology and systems to be used Prepares grants and special reports in support of Public Health service activities Assesses and determines program goals and priorities Coordinates Public Health Accreditation activities May conduct programs to train on techniques related to the various phase of Public Health activities Plans course of study and implements and evaluates its effectiveness May represent Health Officer at meetings, conferences, and seminars Makes recommendation to administrators regarding allocation of resources and program design based upon Epidemiological evidence Collects and analyzes data applying advanced bio-statistical methodologies to calculate risk of diseases and appropriateness of intervention Performs technical and informational presentations to the professional medical community Develops various health services, programs, policies and procedures Plans, executes and evaluates the work of the facilities, agencies or community groups with which they work Performs related duties as assigned Minimum qualifications & Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these would be: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Epidemiology or related field that includes a minimum of two (2) graduate level courses in Epidemiology or two (2) comparable graduate level classes in advanced research methodology and two (2) graduate level courses in statistics or biostatistics; OR Completion of a Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health sciences, Statistics or a related field and two (2) years work experience within the field of Epidemiology performing study design, implementation and analysis. Special Requirements: Possession of or ability to obtain a California Driver's license. Supplemental information Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of epidemiological trends and disease patterns, their characteristics, and standards to determine the origin, spread and control of hazards to the community. Thorough knowledge of statistical theory and techniques of epidemiological, demographic, biostatistical and community health research. Thorough knowledge of research design methods and techniques Thorough knowledge of review and evaluation of disease outbreak interventions Working knowledge of community resources and medical services available for medical programs Knowledge of project management, including funding sources, grants proposal writing and project evaluation. Personal computer operating systems, software applications (MS Office, etc.) and related equipment Methods and techniques used in researching, proofing, evaluating, gathering, organizing, and arranging data Effective methods of training and presentations skills Record keeping and time-management practices and procedures Modern office practices and procedures Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Basic arithmetic Ability to: Plan, organize, coordinate and direct a public health project(s) Initiate and design complex interventions to collect field data Apply sophisticated mathematical and biostatistical techniques to analyze data to determine origin, spread and risk of morbidity and populations Write, present and consult with health administrators in the preparation of concise narrative and statistical reports Establish, and maintain effective working relationships with private and public agencies in the health care delivery system Provide technical expertise to department staff involved in eliciting vital epidemiological information, disseminating findings and advocating for measures meant to reduce the level of disease in eh community Apply research methodologies and research findings in the course of disease control or prevention projects Evaluate project effectiveness Prepare grant applications and contracts Speak effectively before groups Use computer software to analyze and present data in diagrammatic formats and support data processing activities Exercise sound and independent judgment in determining and selecting appropriate processes, alternatives, forms and desired actions within established work practices, procedures and commonly used regulations Learn and develop skills with computer software programs or automated systems Provide training and assistance for others in using assigned systems or software Read and understand detailed and complicated instructions Understand, interpret and apply rules and regulations of the Internal Revenue Service Work productively under time pressure and with interruptions Exercise tact when dealing with others In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY Exam Number Y5308J FILING START DATE 07/23/2020 at 8:00 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN FILING DATES AND UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP) : This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION: Under general direction, directs the nursing services of an autonomous County Medical Center which provides inpatient and outpatient services. Essential Job Functions Collaborates with the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer on the development of clinical operations, treatment guidelines and standardized protocols to recommend appropriate action in meeting existing needs and resolving specific problems, and to advise on the establishment of long- and short-term goals and objectives and priorities. Reviews day-to-day nursing activities and reports of nursing support activities. Coordinates and defends budget and manpower requests for the entire nursing service of the Medical Center and monitors performance against approved budget. Participates as a member of the executive management team. Administers general personnel management matters and actions, including appointment of designated department heads or other senior nursing positions. Establishes and monitors performance of overall goals, objectives, policies, and standards for the nursing service by providing quality, safety, and nurse sensitive indicator reports and benchmarks. Participates in strategic planning for the organization, and is responsible for strategic planning in the Department of Nursing. Ensures the organizing, directing and coordination of medical and health services in compliance with regulatory standards and best community practice. Directs the provision of appropriate continuing education programs for all categories of staff. Interprets and communicates organizational policies, procedures and priorities internally and to various agencies in the community. Delegates assignments to key personnel to develop specific measurable goals for each area of nursing care. Provides 24-hour direction of the nursing service Develops nursing and employee engagement activities that improve staff engagement, patient experience, and patient outcomes. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three years' experience within the last ten (10) years, at the level of Clinical Nursing Director I* or higher as a director over nursing staff of a large hospital (200+ beds), or large correctional institution(s), or comprehensive health centers offering multiple ambulatory care services. LICENSE REQUIRED: A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the certificates and licenses section of the application is completed. Provide the type of the required license(s), the number(s), the date(s) of issue, the date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for each license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete. The required license and certification must be current, active, and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license or certification will not be accepted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: II - Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * For this examination, a Clinical Nursing Director I administers multiple major programs or organizational areas with full responsibility for planning, organizing, staffing, budgeting, directing, and controlling the accomplishment of both short term and long-term nursing service objectives. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional year of experience at the level of Clinical Nursing Director I* or higher- in excess of the selection requirements. A Doctorate** in Nursing Practice or PhD** in Nursing from a program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Experience developing, directing and implementing a shared governance model*** (at the level of Clinical Nursing Director I* or higher). **In order to receive credit for the desired degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. ***For this examination, shared governance is a working model of participatory decision making in which nurses are organized to make decisions about clinical practice standards, quality improvement, staff and professional development, and research. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted at 100%. Candidates must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add sjaimez@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/clutter mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. 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 supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment is made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be REJECTED . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Sylvia Jaimez at sjaimez@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please ensure to reference your attachment(s) by including your full name, examination number and examination title in the subject of your email. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employees have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR : (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Sylvia Jaimez, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7041 sjaimez@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FIRST DAY OF FILING: MARCH 06, 2019 at 8:00 A.M. (PST) EXAM NUMBER: Y5299L TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest health system in the nation, providing compassionate, quality care through its integrated system of hospitals and community-based clinics. DHS annually cares for about 600,000 unique patients, employs over 22,000 staff and has an annual operating budget of $4.3 billion. DHS leads the county's effort to provide health services to the resident of Los Angeles County, of which approximately two million are uninsured. DHS hospitals also conduct post-graduate medical education through university affiliations for interns, residents and fellows to train the physician workforce for tomorrow. THE MISSION: We're remaking the nation's largest county-run correctional health system with a focus on social justice medicine, compassionate whole-person care, community partnership and professional growth. Every day, we put our vision and our values into practice as we strive to improve healthcare for uniquely underserved population. Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION : Under general supervision, administers multiple major programs or organizational areas with full responsibility for planning, organizing, staffing, budgeting, directing, and controlling the accomplishment of both short and long-term nursing service objectives. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions allocable to this class may function as a clinical nursing director in one of the following roles with responsibility for 126 to 450 full-time equivalent subordinate positions within the Integrated Correctional Health Services Unit: Planning, organizing, and directing nursing services in a licensed jail Correctional Treatment Center or in ambulatory care clinics within the Los Angeles County Correctional System. The position of clinical nursing director is characterized by its independent nature in one or more of the following respects: In the assigned, delegated areas of responsibility, they act with the full authority of the chief nursing officer, reporting after the fact and as necessary to maintain confidence and coordination. Acting decisively in assigned areas of responsibility by making and interpreting policy in the name of the chief nursing officer. Receiving direction in terms of objectives, nursing service standards and organizational philosophy rather than in terms of specific operating policies and procedures. Exercising delegated authority and responsibility for nursing policy-making and operations such as, but not limited to establishing nursing standards and criteria, assuring quality control of patient care, coordinating nursing services with other departments, services, and disciplines. At this level, coordination is complex due to the numbers of units or programs involved, the complexity of nursing care, and the need to resolve complex interdisciplinary problems with other autonomous decision makers. Clinical nursing directors exercise an advanced, expert knowledge of management and leadership, as well as nursing operations, practices, and theory. They serve as members of the executive management team for nursing and usually report to a chief nursing officer. These positions exercise direction through management planning and control and delegate direct supervision of day-to-day operations to multiple Nurse Managers or other subordinates. Essential Job Functions Plans the nature, content and extent of nursing operations for achievement of both short and long-term objectives. Determines the subordinate organizational structure, nursing operations, nursing methods and standards, and makes adjustments consistent with changing objectives. Manages and provides input into the budget of assigned areas; integrates with organizational budget and justifies budget and personnel resource requests. Establishes policy for determining program emphasis and operating guidelines, including setting goals for delegated areas of responsibility. Interprets and communicates nursing and organizational philosophy and objectives, Department policies and procedures, and applies recognized standards of nursing care and practice. Evaluates and initiates corrective action regarding operational compliance with licensure, accreditation and regulatory standards. Evaluates the performance of subordinates; resolves problems involving grievances and discipline. Administers general personnel management matters and actions. Participates in strategic planning for the organization and for the nursing service. Participates in formulating policy, procedure and standards for the organization and nursing service. In assignments with interagency Departments, confers with management staff in order to resolve problems, make fiscal and administrative decisions, and ensures that policies and procedures are consistent with involved Departments. Serves as Chief Nursing Officer I in his/her absence, as required. Actively participates in local and national organizations to represent the facility. Assumes responsibility for the operational and administrative duties for assigned facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Drives to various facilities located throughout Los Angeles County to perform job-related essential functions. Performs other duties as assigned Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree* in nursing or closely related health field** from an accredited*** program. -AND- A relevant Master's degree* in nursing or health care administration (MHA, MHS, MPH in administration) from an accredited*** program. -AND- Four years of experience in nursing management at the level of Nurse Manager**** LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to meet the Selection Requirements, applicants are required to attach a valid legible photocopy of Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree with the application at the time of filing, or fax the copies of degrees to (323) 869-0942 or email to exam analyst at HHocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online . Applications without the required degrees will be considered incomplete, and subject to disqualification. **Closely related health field is defined as: Nursing Administration Nursing Education Healthcare Management Public Health (for other than Public Health Nurses) ****In the County of Los Angeles, a Nurse Manager administers an assigned nursing program or organizational unit with responsibility for planning, selecting and/or devising the methods and procedures to be used and for directing nursing supervisors and/or other personnel in the accomplishment of designated goals. ***Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: The examination will consist of: An evaluation of experience and education based on application information weighted 100%. Additional points will be awarded for additional nurse manager experience. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates 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 following the promulgation date. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Service - Correctional Health. SPECIAL INFORMATION: . Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Appointees will be in direct contact with inmates. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Hilary Hocking at HHocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include exam number and exam title. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@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. 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. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst 323-914-8356 hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5309A APPLICATION FILING PERIOD December 15, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 27 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.2 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. MANAGEMENT APPRAISAL OF PERFORMANCE PLAN (MAPP) This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is a key member of the executive team and reports to the Chief Executive Officer. The CNO contributes to the development and implementation of facility and Department of Health services strategic direction and goals and ensures patient quality and care are optimized. The CNO reflects the organization's core purpose and vision and fosters strong partnerships with the medical staff and other clinical professionals to ensure excellence in all aspects of nursing practice. The CNO represents approximately 3700 full-time equivalents, manages a budget of $549 million, and inspires the advancement of professional practice and quality with a patient and community first focus. LAC + USC Medical Center is a 676 bed Level I trauma center and the flagship hospital of the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services which includes 3 other hospitals and 27 community-based health centers. Its affiliation with the University of Southern California includes provision of medical staff attendings, a co-sponsored residency program with over 1000 residents and fellows. LAC+USC Medical Center is also affiliated with the Los Angeles County School of Nursing and Allied Health. LAC+USC Medical Center offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services that include one of the busiest emergency departments in the nation, world-class burn and Level 1 trauma services, full spectrum of hospital-based specialty and primary care clinics, acute psychiatric beds, 130 intensive care beds and 40 intensive care newborn nursery. Essential Job Functions Reviews, recommends, and ensures a practice environment that enables the implementation of evidence-based nursing practices, consistent throughout the organization and aligned with the organization's broader quality improvement plan. Develops and implements programs to improve the quality of patient experiences and nursing excellence. Develops and monitors operating and capital budgets within nursing services. Integrates analytical processes to ensure balanced initiatives focused on clinical excellence and financial performance. Applies specialty based national standards of professional nursing practice to ensure the availability of a well-educated nursing workforce to meet the needs of an increasingly complex patient population and that nurses at all levels of the organization remain competent in the care they provide to patients. Provides 24-hour direction of the nursing service. Delegates assignments to key personnel to develop specific measurable goals for each area of nursing care. Participates in strategic planning for the organization and is responsible for strategic planning in the Department of Nursing. Administers general personnel management matters and actions, including appointment of designated department heads or other senior nursing positions. Ensures overall adherence to licensure and regulatory standards. Actively participates in local and national organizations to represent the facility. Authorizes and directs the writing of grant proposals. Confers regularly with appropriate health professionals to review current operations, recommend appropriate action in meeting existing needs and resolving specific problems, and to advise on the establishment of long and short-term goals and objectives and priorities. Interprets and communicates organizational policies, procedures and priorities internally and to various agencies in the community. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : Three (3) years of experience at the level of Clinical Nursing Director* in the overall direction of nursing staff of a large hospital** or large correctional institution(s)*** delivering complex medical services,**** or an equivalent assignment*****. A Master's degree in Nursing or Administration will be accepted for one (1) year of the required experience in directing nursing staff. - AND - A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED : Applicants MUST 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 claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their registered nurse license number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Out-of-state experience provided on the application without the required license number will not be considered. The required license and certification MUST be current/active and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license or certification will NOT be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : A Doctorate in Nursing Practice or PhD in Nursing from an accredited program. Nurse Executive, Advanced Certification (NEA-BC) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Experience analyzing benchmark quality data to determine the overall level of nursing's clinical performance using a database that collects and evaluates unit-specific nurse-sensitive data from hospitals. Additional experience at the level of Clinical Nursing Director* e xcess of the Selection Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS II : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *For this examination, Clinical Nursing Director is defined as administering multiple major programs or organizational areas with full responsibility for planning, organizing, staffing, budgeting, directing, and controlling the accomplishment of both short and long-term nursing service objectives. **For this examination, a large hospital is defined as a hospital of 300 or more licensed beds. ***For this examination, a large correctional institution(s) is defined as an institution/facility that has an inpatient treatment center of 150 or more licensed beds. ****For this examination, complex medical services include, but are not limited to, emergency, medical, surgical, critical, perioperative, perinatal, psychiatric and outpatient services. *****An equivalent assignment may include, but is not limited to, a healthcare network, or outpatient/ambulatory care centers, or comprehensive health centers offering multiple ambulatory care services. Applicants MUST meet the experience in the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. Los Angeles County employees wishing to claim experience gained in a position performing similar kinds of work which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this higher-level position will be accepted. Applicants claiming such experience in County service must present written proof of such experience by submitting Out-of-Class Bonus verification, Additional Responsibility Bonus verification, or performance evaluations, at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Verification of Experience letters will not be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates receiving a passing grade will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register from this exam will be primarily used to fill vacancies at the Department of Health Services (DHS) in the Information Technology Administration organization located throughout Los Angeles County. 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 baguila@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 the required documents as attachments during your application submission, you may email the documents to Brenda Aguila at baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an 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 : Brenda G. Aguila, Exam Analyst (323) 914-8261 baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5295Z FILING START DATE February 2, 2021 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. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 27 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.2 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Under general direction, administers an organizational area which has functional impact on the management and/or operations of departments across the nursing or health care operation, such as the development of policy, application of procedures and provision of services which broadly affect or control the management and operations of all departments and divisions within the nursing or health care operation. Essential Job Functions Plans, selects and devises nursing administrative methods, procedures, work flow and standards for quality and quantity of work, including staffing standards. Determines personnel, material, equipment and facilities needed to accomplish program goals. Interprets and directs the implementation of nursing philosophy and objectives, Department policies and procedures, and applies recognized standards of nursing care. Prepares budget for assigned area, and is responsible for adherence to approved budget. Assigns, direct and review the work of subordinate supervisors and/or other employees. Advises nursing managers and other nursing executives on management, administrative or technical procedures and techniques. Monitors operational compliance with licensure, accreditation and regulatory standards, and recommends changes as needed. Serves as the senior nursing executive in a large operation on the night or evening shift. Assigned to the Office of Nursing Affairs at various locations for the purpose of nurse recruitment. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree* in Nursing from an accredited college or university -AND- Three (3) years of experience in clinical nursing. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED : A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.* Applicants must 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 claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Out-of-State experience provided on the application without the required license number will not be considered. The required license and certification must be current/active and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license or certification will not be accepted. A current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.* Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing your application online. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. No Out-of-Class experience, Withhold, or Verification of Experience Letters (VOEL) will be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following: Additional experience in clinical nursing. Supervisory** experience in Utilization Review*** and/or Case Management****. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, you must include a legible photocopy of your official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing, or email to the analyst within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online . At the time of appointment, the successful candidate must be prepared to provide an official transcript from the college or university to verify degree(s). Applications submitted without a legible photocopy of the document will not be considered for credit. If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during application submission, you may email the documents to Martha Teran at mteran1@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application online or you will not receive credit. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the examination title and the examination number in the email message. **For this examination, supervising experience is defined as planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff, and evaluating employee performance. ***For this examination, Utilization Review is defined as provides technical and administrative direction performing reviews of patients' medical charts to ascertain the medical necessity for services and the appropriateness of the level of care. ****For this examination, Case Management is a collaborative process that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the options and services required to meet the clients' health and human service needs. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education, training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift , including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : "The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed ." VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be primarily used to fill a vacancy in Department of Health Services, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Utilization Management Division. May also be used to fill other vacancies throughout the Department 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. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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 : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employees have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: 323-914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: 800-735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Martha Teran, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7045 mteran1@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE CLOSED AT ANY TIME. DEFINITION Under general supervision, to provide mental health nursing services, instruction, counseling and assessments in clinics and community facilities; to assist with prevention and alleviation of mental illness and promote mental health; to coordinate and participate in a variety of mental health nursing assessments, direct patient care, group and individual counseling, and health education services; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced- level in the Mental Health Nurse classification series. Performance of responsibilities requires specialized knowledge of physical and psychiatric conditions of mental health clients and their relationship to psychotropic and other drugs and medications. REPORTS TO Assistant Director of Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Director, Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor or designee CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED This is not a supervisory classification. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; some positions may require sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to physically restrain disturbed clients; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of medical and office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in office, clinic, and community facility environments; exposure to communicable diseases; continuous contact with other staff and the public. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Plans, organizes and provides mental health nursing services; Provides health and mental health counseling to individuals and their families regarding mental illness, health conditions, health maintenance, and rehabilitation in clinic, day treatment, or community settings Implements clients medical care plans as developed and prescribed within Mental Health Department guidelines and policies Serves as team member in the development, implementation, and evaluation of direct client care Interviews, educates, counsels, and refers clients regarding a variety of health conditions Develops regular and special treatments and procedures Observes and evaluates clients' signs, symptoms, and therapy progress Identifies and interprets client findings or changes requiring attention or notification of other professional staff Assists with special treatment, tests, and administration of prescribed medications Makes adjustments in patient care, commensurate with a patient's condition and progress Provides basic assessments and counseling to clients Counsels and educates clients regarding mental health status, treatment plans, psychoactive medications, benefits and side effects of medications, disease prevention and basic living skills Provides health education regarding personal hygiene, nutrition, and care and treatment of health problems Teaches and demonstrates client care to family members and others Consults with other mental health staff regarding health care issues and client treatment plans Administers injections Oversees client clinic care Orders medications and stores them in a secure area Maintains a variety of client health and medication records Refers individuals and families to appropriate agencies and clinics, as necessary Conducts health appraisals and follows-up on findings Confers with physicians, other professionals, and concerned parties regarding the needs of clients with mental disabilities Prepares reports and maintains records for treatment, client appraisals, and development of treatment plans Other duties, as assigned. Minimum qualifications & Requirements Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Completion of nursing studies and curriculum sufficient to obtain requisite licenses from the State of California. AND Experience: One year as a Mental Health Nurse I with San Benito County OR Three years of psychiatric nursing experience, providing nursing services, social services, or counseling in a public or certified private welfare or health agency. Supplemental information Knowledge of: Principles, techniques and methods used in counseling and psychotherapy. Principles, methods, and practices of general and psychiatric nursing. Medical terminology. Community resources available for support of individuals in various levels of care. Normal and abnormal growth and development patterns. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable diseases, mental disabilities and other disabling conditions. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of controlling communicable diseases. Ability to: Provide a variety of general and mental health nursing services. Develop and maintain cooperative, constructive relationships with families of clients, members of other professional disciplines, social agencies and other staff. Prepare case work records and make sound recommendations regarding client progress and care. Provide individual and group therapy. Assess the physical condition of patients. Interview patients and families to gather medical history data and determine their needs. Integrate a number of clinical approaches in the development of treatment plans. Recognize potential crises and provide crisis intervention services. Counsel clients and make referrals to community resource agencies. Effectively represent the Mental Health Department in contacts with the public, community organizations, and other governmental agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: Y5299K FILING START DATE: March 5, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. 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. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 26 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 800,000 unique patients each year, employs over 22,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 5 billion. 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 Our mission is to ensure access to high-quality, patient-centered, cost-effective health care to Los Angeles County residents through direct services at DHS facilities and through collaboration with community and university partners. POSITION INFORMATION: This position is administratively responsible for leading and managing multiple, complex programs or organizational areas with accountability and responsibility for programmatic planning, directing, implementing and evaluating accomplishment of both short and long term nursing service goals and objectives. In addition the position is responsible for recruiting, staffing, directing and controlling those areas within the scope of responsibilities of the position. MANAGEMENT APPRAISAL OF PERFORMANCE PLAN (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes and leads the components, scope and implementation of nursing operations for achievement of both short and long-term goals for the health care system in collaboration with other disciplines and services. Determines the subordinate organizational structure, clinical operations, standards and practices, and makes revisions consistent with changing legal, regulatory requirements, and health care trends. Directs the preparation of budgets for assigned areas; integrates with organizational budget and justifies budget and personnel resource requests. Establishes strategic priorities and operational guidelines for setting goals and objectives for delegated areas of responsibility. Interprets and communicates nursing and organizational philosophy goals, objectives, Departmental policies and procedures, and integrates evidence based standards of nursing practice. Evaluates and leads corrective actions regarding operational compliance with licensure, accreditation and regulatory standards. Evaluates the performance of subordinates; resolves problems and issues involving grievances or discipline. Administers general personnel management matters and actions and may participate in collective bargaining. Participates in strategic planning for the organization and leads initiatives for the nursing service area(s). Formulates policy, procedure, standards of care and standards of professional performance for the organization and nursing service. Serves as chief nursing officer in his/her absence. Leads and engages key stakeholders in quality improvement activities and implementation of Department of Health Services and other organizational initiatives. Collaborates with other disciplines to champion Patient Safety efforts to assess, prevent and reduce potential patient harm and facility risks. Leads efforts to promote patient/family satisfaction with care and services provided. Mentors, coaches and develops subordinates. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. A Bachelor's degree* in nursing from an accredited institution. -AND- 2. A relevant Master's degree* in nursing or administration (MPA, MBA, MHA, MHS, MPH in Administration) from an accredited institution. -AND- 3. Four years of experience in nursing management at the level of Nurse Manager** or higher in a clinical environment supervising. Up to two years of experience with organization-wide responsibility for setting policy as an Assistant Nursing Director, Administration*** may be substituted for the required management experience. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the certificates and licenses section of the application is completed. Provide the type of the required license(s), the number(s), the date(s) of issue, the date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for each license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete. The required license and certification must be current, active, and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license or certification will not be accepted. PHYSICAL CLASS: II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as Bachelor's or Master's degree or higher, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online . **In the County of Los Angeles, a Nurse Manager administers an assigned nursing program or organizational unit with responsibility for planning, selecting and/or devising the methods and procedures to be used and for directing nursing supervisors and/or other personnel in the accomplishment of designated goals. ***In the County of Los Angeles, an Assistant Nursing Director, Administration, administers an organizational area which has functional impact on the management and/or operations of departments across the nursing or health care operation, such as the development of policy, application of procedures and provisions of services which broadly affect or control the management and operations of all departments and divisions within the nursing or health care operations. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Recent, within the last five years, acute nursing management experience in an acute hospital. Doctorate degree* in Nursing, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Health Administration from an accredited institution. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and Desirable Qualifications weighted 100% Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add sjaimez@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be placed on 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 for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill a vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely to receive full credit for related education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Please do not group your experience, for each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment is made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be REJECTED . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Sylvia Jaimez at sjaimez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online . Please include your full name, examination number and examination title in the subject of your email. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE 323-914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Sylvia Jaimez, Exam Analyst 323-914-7041 sjaimez@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Nurse providing support to public schools partnering Pottawatomie County Health Department. This is an unclassified position (PIN#34000512) in state government, based in Shawnee, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $61,878.30 based on education and experience. Position Description : The school nurse strengthens and facilitates the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of students and by identifying and assisting in the removal or modification of health-related barriers to the learning process for individual students. The school nurse must have the educational background, experience and competencies to provide preventative health, health assessment, and referral services to students. The public health nurse assigned to the school setting works under the administrative direction of the local Regional Director, the technical nursing supervision of the District Nurse Manager (DNM) and in coordination with the school principal. The school nurse will serve as the health advocate for all schoolchildren focusing on the promotion of healthy living behaviors and the prevention of illness and injury. The primary objective of school nursing is to strengthen the educational process of children and youth by assisting them to improve or adapt to their health status. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Promotes and protects the optimal health status of children. • Develops guidelines in consultation with the Public Health Nurse Guidelines and Orders for the management of illness and injury interventions. • Provides training to designated staff on recognition of signs and symptoms of illness and disease. • Performs health assessments based on the Public Health Nurse Guidelines and Orders and including participating in the IEP development. • Provides limited health assessments, in accordance with the Public Health Nurse Physician Approved Protocols, which includes screening for various health factors impacting student education. • Provides health education and counseling to help prevent teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, tobacco use, alcohol, substance abuse, wellness programs, and other health related issues. • Maintains, evaluates, and interprets cumulative health data to accommodate individual needs of students, assuring confidentiality of records and student information. • Provides chronic disease management and education. • Plans and implements Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHP) and services for children with disabilities and/or health conditions that interfere with learning. • Provides assessments and interventions for students with mental health concerns. • Participates as the health consultant on school teams. • Promotes and assists in the control of communicable diseases through immunization programs, early intervention, surveillance, reporting, and follow-up of contagious diseases. • Recommends provisions for a healthy school environment conducive to learning. • Provides health education, health resources, wellness programs, and curriculum recommendations to the school staff. • Engages in research and evaluation of school health services. • Assures state and OSDH policies regarding Child Abuse reporting are followed, if abuse is reported or suspected. • Assists in the formation of health policies, goals, and objectives for the school district. • Coordinates school/community health activities and serves as liaison between school, home, community, and health care providers. Education and Experience Requirements consist of possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and one year of professional nursing experience, OR, a Bachelor's in Nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required at this level include knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques; of health promotion and disease prevention; of nursing management of available health care resources; of nutrition and diet therapy; and of the functions of educational clinical departments. Ability is required to assist in the development, organization, and implementation of an effective Individualized Healthcare Plan; to provide education and training; to assess condition and needs of students, staff, and parents; to take appropriate intervention; to counsel and teach patients and families; and to provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care. In addition, this job requires, knowledge of available health programs and resources; of federal and state rules and regulations concerning health services; of accreditation, certification and licensure standards; of preventive health practices; of Public Health Nurse Guidelines and Orders and including participating in the IEP development; of nursing standards; and of nursing policies and procedures. Ability is required to develop, plan, and implement an effective nursing care program and to provide education and training. Physical Demands and Work Environment Must be able to move to provide examinations. Combination of office and exam offices. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Use of N-95 respirator is required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: 3/15/2021 11:59:00 PM

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