To provide registered nursing services in various programs in the Health and Human Services Department that support community public health efforts.
This is the journey level in the nursing series, which is responsible for the performance of the full range of duties. Staff at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to the assigned area of responsibility.
Positions at this level are distinguished from Licensed Vocational Nurse by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, and the required licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory/management staff. May receive technical and functional supervision from other medical staff.
May exercise technical medical supervision over technical staff.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Perform nursing services necessary for the efficient operation of various program in the Department of Health and Human Services..
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Assist health and clinical program staff with examination and treatment of patients.
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Evaluate health needs of individuals and special population groups such as the elderly, culturally, economically, or geographically disadvantaged.
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Interview patients and/or family to obtain data for nursing assessment, records, and reports data.
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Make home or other field site visits as assigned to assess patient needs; counsel patients and provide information as appropriate to patient and family; provide education and referral(s).
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Participate in continuum of care for patients as necessary; and consult with nursing staff, physicians, and other medical or program staff as necessary.
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Respond to inquiries from the public or Department of Health and Human Services patients.
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Follow patients' cases to observe progress and condition; make observations about physical, psycho-social, cultural, learning needs, and response of patients; and document observations.
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Apply knowledge of normal parameters; identify deviation from normal, obvious patient problems, symptoms, and/or behavioral changes; report changes to the appropriate authority.
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Administer prescribed medication and give diagnostic tests and read results.
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Prepare, sterilize, and maintain instruments and other equipment used in diagnosis and treatment; take proper care of specimens obtained.
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Distribute and maintain inventory of necessary supplies; prepare and pack supplies for work in the community.
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Maintain charts, records, and reports; handle special complicated billings and charges.
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Provide training and technical oversight to various technical staff and volunteers.
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Coordinate with other divisions and programs within the Health and Human Services Department, as well as with private, public, and voluntary health and social service agencies/providers in the community.
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Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
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Perform related duties as assigned.
Work is typically performed in an indoor office or field-based environment with controlled temperature conditions and may require travel to and from other locations in a variety of outdoor weather conditions.
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: One (1) year of responsible professional nursing experience in an approved hospital, clinic, or nursing home.
Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in professional nursing or a related field is desirable.
Required License or Certificate:
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Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
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May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
Length of Probation:
All permanent appointments to the classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more.
Bargaining Unit:
Professional