Licensed Vocational Nurse I - Corrections

San Bernardino County; California; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Licensed Vocational Nurse I - Corrections. Incumbents will assist physicians and nurses in providing patient care in a correctional facility. Applicants should possess valid nursing licenses and certifications and be prepared for challenging work conditions.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Perks

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license in California.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Candidates must not have felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and collect vital signs.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Assist healthcare professionals in treatment plans.

Skills

Basic Nursing Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Medication Administration

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse License

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

*$1,000 upon hire and $1,000 upon completion of 2080 service hours.See MOU for details.

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Health Services Divisionis recruiting for Licensed Vocational Nurses I- Corrections who assist physicians, registered nurses and other health specialists in the treatment and care of patients in an adult or juvenilelocked correctional facility. Duties include providing basic nursing care; collecting vital signs, blood, and specimens; and administering medications as directed. Incumbents in this class are expected to perform the full range of duties under close supervision while acquiring the experience and skill of a journey-level Licensed Vocational Nurse.

CURRENT VACANCIESexist in theSheriff's Department.The resulting eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies in the Probation Department.

We are also accepting applications for Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections, which requires a separate application. Applicants are encouraged to view the Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections announcement and apply for both levels, as appropriate.

For more detailed information, refer to the Licensed Vocational Nurse I - Corrections job description.

Two Excellent Benefits Packages to Choose From!

HEALTH BENEFITS

PAID TIME OFF

RETIREMENT PERKS

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short/Long-Term Disability
Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Medical & Dental: Family Coverage Vision: Employee Coverage Premium subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses	Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect Attendance Leave Flexible work schedules (in some departments)	Generous pension Retirement reciprocity may be available! 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)

As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75/hour above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO refer to the General Unit - Benefits Summary Guide.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Certification: Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support certification.

Shift:Must be available for rotating shift work, including weekends and holidays, and may be required to assist after normal duty hours in emergency situations and may involve hostile or volatile wards and inmates. Night shift differential and overtime compensation are available.

Background: Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony and, upon appointment, must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a fingerprint check and polygraph.

Physical Demands: Ability to perform for extended periods of time: balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, stooping, turning, twisting; and walking long distances both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions; hand and finger dexterity in both hands; ability to manipulate heavy duty security locks and doors; reaching or working above and below shoulder level; normal vision, including color discrimination; normal hearing; and carrying up to 10 pounds. NOTE:Incumbents will be required to respond immediately to emergencies while on duty which may involve hostile and volatile wards and inmates.

Working Conditions: Working conditions involve exposure to hazardous and infectious materials and communicable diseases.

Travel:Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.

Promotion:Incumbents in the class of Licensed Vocational Nurse I – Corrections are eligible for promotion upon meeting minimum qualifications and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Employees must qualify for promotion to Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections within 12 months or be terminated.

Sponsorship:San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future

License: Must possess and maintain a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license with the State of California.

AND

Certification: Must produce and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire.


Note:License number and expiration datemust be listed on the application to be eligible.

Examination Procedure:
There will be acompetitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline.Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

Applications will be received until a sufficient number of applications are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration as recruitment may close at any time.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at [phone]. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF)within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.