REGISTERED NURSE II (CORRECTIONAL HEALTH)

Los Angeles County; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse II to provide essential healthcare services within a correctional setting. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of an underserved population. With a focus on professional nursing care, you'll apply your expertise in a challenging environment while enjoying the benefits of a supportive team. If you're passionate about nursing and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you. Join a dynamic organization that values your contributions and offers a competitive recruitment and retention bonus.

Benefits

20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a Registered Nurse I in diverse patient care settings.
• Must hold a valid RN license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to inmate patients in a correctional setting.
• Apply nursing principles under supervision in various environments.

Skills

Professional Nursing Care

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

FIRST DAY OF FILING: October 6, 2017 at 8:00 A.M., (PST) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

EXAM NUMBER: Y5134J

Correctional Health Services – 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to 20% bonus for full-time Registered Nurse II, Correctional Health positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population.

COVID-19 VACCINATION: All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process.

The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT - OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

DEFINITION: This experienced-level class provides professional nursing care and services to inmate patients in a correctional setting.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this experienced-level expert class report to higher-level nurses or providers. This position applies recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under supervision in a variety of settings.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three years of full-time experience* at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I**.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• A current, active certification in accordance with the American Heart Associate's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.

PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*Full-time experience must be post-license only.

**Experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I is defined as providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution.

EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100%.

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.

SPECIAL INFORMATION: SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH.

AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any

APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT AND AT ANY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY.

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, description of work performed, and salary earned.