The Public Health Division in the Department of Health and Social Services is currently recruiting for Clinic Registered Nurses (Extra Help) to assist in the H1N1 Swine Flu Pandemic Program. Provides professional nursing services for patients in a specialized or a general clinic environment. This is a journey level, professional nursing classification. This class is characterized by the responsibility to coordinate the operational activities of public health clinics in addition to providing nursing services in the clinical environment. Positions in this class are assigned in various public health clinics, medical clinics, and specialty clinics. Incumbents work under the medical direction of a physician and within established protocols of the Health Department. An Extra Help position. An employee appointed to an extra help must meet all the requirements of the corresponding regular position. An extra help employee is a person who is employed for the purpose of relieving or augmenting regular staff in the accomplishment of work. Extra Help employees cannot work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year. Extra help employees are excluded from civil service and shall not have the rights to regular or continued employment.
The Public Health Division in the Department of Health and Social Services is currently recruiting for Clinic Registered Nurses (Extra Help) to assist in the H1N1 Swine Flu Pandemic Program. Provides professional nursing services for patients in a specialized or a general clinic environment.
This is a journey level, professional nursing classification. This class is characterized by the responsibility to coordinate the operational activities of public health clinics in addition to providing nursing services in the clinical environment. Positions in this class are assigned in various public health clinics, medical clinics, and specialty clinics. Incumbents work under the medical direction of a physician and within established protocols of the Health Department. An Extra Help position. An employee appointed to an extra help must meet all the requirements of the corresponding regular position. An extra help employee is a person who is employed for the purpose of relieving or augmenting regular staff in the accomplishment of work. Extra Help employees cannot work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year. Extra help employees are excluded from civil service and shall not have the rights to regular or continued employment.
Provides skilled nursing services in a variety of clinics, e.g., outpatient TB, immunization, well-baby, VD; conducts triage; provides referrals; makes physician appointments; obtains blood samples and sputum specimens; administers medications and immunizations; manages medical caseload; answers patient questions; provides informational literature and makes referrals as needed; charts to medical records. Orients clinic physicians, nurses and support personnel in clinic operations and as necessary technical procedures; prepares written procedures related to routine and emergency clerical operations and activities. Assists in examinations and treatments; assists in initiating, planning and evaluating nursing care and treatment plans; initiates patient referrals for services or to community resources; answers patient questions regarding procedures and medical care concerns; provides informational literature; educates clients on medical care and health issues including the need for follow up. Observes and records patient condition, symptoms, and reactions; prepares and maintains medical records, reports, charts and other documentation. Maintains inventory of medical supplies, medications and vaccines; supervises use of medications and vaccines; distributes vaccines to clinic sites, private physicians and other agencies as directed; checks and maintains emergency equipment. Assists with clinic and office operations to ensure that appropriate records and patient traffic flow are maintained, referrals and follow-up appointments are made, accurate information is disseminated, and that clinics are conducted in an orderly fashion. May be assigned to support other components of the Health Department, as needed. Maintains professional knowledge in applicable areas and keeps abreast of changes in job-related rules, statutes, laws and new business trends; makes recommendations for the implementation of changes; reads and interprets professional literature; attends training programs, workshops and seminars as appropriate.
Experience: One year of nursing or patient care experience. Education/Training: Associate’s degree in Nursing or diploma in Nursing from a three year RN program is required.
All candidates must submit a copy of their college degree (verifying the degree, date earned and it must clearly show area of specialization) or transcripts (verifying the courses and units completed) and RN license issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. Failure to submit your degree or transcripts and RN license within 5 days from the application submittal date will disqualify you from the recruitment. Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact your local college or university to learn where you can obtain this service.
Possession of a valid Registered Nurse license issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing.
Independent travel may be required. Incumbents must be able to work in an environment which may include exposure to communicable disease. Positions allocated to this class may require bilingual skills. Candidates for employment must as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting.
"SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER" Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Depending on the job class, candidates may need to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening test prior to employment. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. These provisions are subject to change.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Depending on the job class, candidates may need to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening test prior to employment. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. These provisions are subject to change.
All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement, (ie. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates, DD-214) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet and are due within five (5) calendar days of the final filing date or within five (5) calendar days from application submittal if the recruitment is Open & Continuous or Open until Filled. Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com to apply. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources, (707) 784-6170 open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Paper applications may be completed in person during office hours. EOE/AA
To be eligible, you must be an applicant for initial County employment, have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF YOUR DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE, MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITHIN FIVE DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. If you have a service connected disability, you must submit a recent award letter from the VA stating you are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Disability must be rated at least 10% to be eligible for disabled veteran's points. Veteran's preference 5 points Disabled Veterans 10 points.
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, that is, someone who is able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, contact the Solano County Department of Human Resources at 707.784.6170, for a Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form. This form should be received in the Human Resources Department within 5 days from the final filing date of the recruitment. A staff member will contact you and advise you how to proceed. IMPORTANT: If you are a Solano County employee with a disabling condition, and are unable to perform the essential functions of your present position with or without reasonable accommodation, you may be eligible for preferential certification to an alternative position. Please immediately notify the ADA Analyst @ 784-6170 to initiate review of this option.
PLEASE NOTE: All persons hired will be required to participate in the direct deposit program. HIRING PROCEDURES - Depending on the number of qualified applicants received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Candidates must be successful in each part of the examination. For Civil Service positions, the appointing authority is entitled to certification of the top five candidates by score. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT – Depending on the applicant’s job class, prospective employees may be required to undergo a Urine Drug Test in accordance with the Solano County Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Solano County employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the California Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990. MEDICAL EXAMINATION - Prior to appointment you may be required to pass a medical examination. Candidates are encouraged not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical examination has been completed and passed. APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be fingerprinted and required to execute an oath of allegiance to the United States and the State of California. You will also be required to offer proof that you are a lawfully admitted alien or U.S. citizen. EXAMINATION APPEALS - For Civil Service positions, individuals selecting to appeal their disqualification in any phase of the examination process must submit a written statement to the Director of Human Resources, within five calendar days of the receipt of the action, indicating the action being appealed, their specific basis for the appeal and the relief sought. PROBATIONARY PERIOD - All new positions are required to successfully complete a minimum probationary period of six to twelve months, depending upon the position. A probationary period does not apply to "at will" positions. EXTRA HELP APPOINTMENTS - Appointments may be made from an eligible list for extra help (up to 999 hours/fiscal year, no benefits) positions. DISASTER WORKERS - In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
PLEASE NOTE: All persons hired will be required to participate in the direct deposit program.
HIRING PROCEDURES - Depending on the number of qualified applicants received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Candidates must be successful in each part of the examination. For Civil Service positions, the appointing authority is entitled to certification of the top five candidates by score.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT – Depending on the applicant’s job class, prospective employees may be required to undergo a Urine Drug Test in accordance with the Solano County Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Solano County employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the California Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION - Prior to appointment you may be required to pass a medical examination. Candidates are encouraged not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical examination has been completed and passed.
APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be fingerprinted and required to execute an oath of allegiance to the United States and the State of California. You will also be required to offer proof that you are a lawfully admitted alien or U.S. citizen.
EXAMINATION APPEALS - For Civil Service positions, individuals selecting to appeal their disqualification in any phase of the examination process must submit a written statement to the Director of Human Resources, within five calendar days of the receipt of the action, indicating the action being appealed, their specific basis for the appeal and the relief sought.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD - All new positions are required to successfully complete a minimum probationary period of six to twelve months, depending upon the position. A probationary period does not apply to "at will" positions.
EXTRA HELP APPOINTMENTS - Appointments may be made from an eligible list for extra help (up to 999 hours/fiscal year, no benefits) positions.
DISASTER WORKERS - In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
