Orange County CA
Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II - Psychiatry/Mental Health
Orange County CA, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
Salary :
$179,379.20 - $184,288.00 Annually
Location :
Orange County
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
4154HP-0924-042 (0)
Department:
Health Care Agency
Opening Date:
10/01/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
CAREER DESCRIPTION
COMPREHENSIVE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER IISpecialty in Psychiatry/Mental Health
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
Premium PayIn addition to the hourly salary, eligible applicants may receive premium pay for the items listed below:
Bilingual pay:
Qualified employees who meet the criteria found (page 16) shall receive an additional seventy $0.70 per hour for all hours paid.Night Shift Differential pay:
Employees assigned to a night shift shall be paid a night shift differential for each hour actually worked on the assigned night shift. Pay rate is determined by assigned shift hours found here (page 14).Nurse Hiring Incentive:
Upon completion of new employee probation, eligible employees shall receive a one-time lump sum incentive of $1,000, within 2 pay periods.Nurse Retention:
Upon completion of 10,400 service hours (approximately 5 years of service) in a Nurse classification, you will receive 3% of your annual base salary as a one-time lump sum payment.Jail Supplement pay:
An employee in this classification who is assigned to work in an adult or juvenile correctional or institutional facility shall receive an additional $1.50 per hour for all paid hours.Call-Back pay:
An employee in this classification who returns to work because of an agency/department request shall be eligible for Call-Back pay as detailed (page 15)
This recruitment is
open to the public
and will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days. This recruitment will be open on a continuous basis and will close at
11:59 p.m. (PST)
on the day the County's needs are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
This recruitment will establish an
open eligible list to fill current and future Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II - Psychiatry/Mental Health positions within Health Care Agency. The eligible list established may also be used to fill similar and/or lower classifications.
THE AGENCYThe
County of Orange
Health Care Agency (HCA)
is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family, and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Administrative Services, Behavioral Health Services, Correctional Health Services, Specialized Medical Services and Public Health Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
THE PROGRAM
C
orrectional Health Services (CHS)
is comprised of two separate entities. Adult Correctional Health Services (ACHS) provides medical, dental, nursing, infection control, health education and pharmaceutical services at a community standard of care and provides mental health services including 24-hour emergency triage and crisis intervention, suicide prevention, treatment beds, individual and group therapy, substance use counseling, medication assessment and discharge planning to all adult inmates in the County's five (5) correctional facilities. Juvenile Health Services (JHS) provides medical, nursing, dental and pharmaceutical services at a community standard of care for youth who reside in the County's four (4) residential facilities operated by OC Probation and Social Services Agency (SSA).
THE OPPORTUNITYUnder direction of the ACHS Administrative Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director, the Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II - Psychiatry/Mental Health general duties are as follows:
Conduct psychiatric assessment and treatment of mentally ill clientsPrescribe medicationPerform crisis intervention and suicide preventionIndependent assessment and evaluation of inmates and detainees including dual diagnosis and seriously mentally ill (SMI) clientsCase management/rotation through all adult jailsMedication evaluation, treatment and follow-upWeekend coverage of the jail inpatient psychiatric unit may be requiredConsult with psychiatrist as needed
The Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II - Psychiatry/Mental Health incumbents are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation prior to offer and acceptance of employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will have one (1) or more years of experience as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:
Technical Knowledge:
Performing psychiatric assessments, including interviewing patients to obtain complete medical histories as well as ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinationsEstablishing and documenting treatment plans and prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are detailed and complete for any psychiatrist/physician reviewing to evaluate the plan's effectivenessFollowing standardized protocol in initiating drug therapy, taking responsibility for appropriate dosage, indications, contradictions and side effectsAssuming preceptorship and other supervision responsibilities for Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric/Mental Health nursing student as neededService Oriented:
Creating a climate of patient-centered care to include confidentiality, privacy, comfort, emotional support, mutual trust, and respectProviding genuine and compassionate nursing care towards incarcerated clientsApplying ethically sound solutions to complex issues related to mentally ill clientsRelaying essential medical information efficiently to mental health staff for client's continuity of careWork collaboratively with other CHS staff and processes, including OC Sheriff personnelAdaptability and Safety Focus:
Working effectively in a changing and stressful environment, and adjusting as necessaryReducing jail-related liability risks by being compliant with Federal and State laws and mandated standardsBeing aware of any environmental hazards while working inside the facilityBeing alert and aware of personal safety and security while providing care and/or treatment to unstable or unpredictable clientsSPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must
NOT
have felony convictions or be on any form of probationMust be able to pass and maintain background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes: completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e., degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.)The Correctional facilities is a 24-hour, 7 day a week facility, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidaysMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:For detailed information on
Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II
minimum qualifications, including Physical and Mental Requirements, Environmental and Working Conditions
click here.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List:
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION:Email
is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Gazala Yerunkar at (714) 834-3205 orEEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management BenefitsIn addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidayswe also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01
Please select the option that best describes your qualifications.
One (1) or more years of experience as a Nurse PractitionerLess than one (1) year of experience as a Nurse PractitionerNone of the above
02
Please provide your California Registered Nurse license number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification.
03
Please provide your Nurse Practitioner license number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification.
04
Please provide your valid DEA license for Controlled Substances Level II for verification.
05
Please provide your Nurse Practitioner Furnishing number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification.
06
Do you possess a current Basic Life Support for Health Care Professional Card-American Heart Association or from an approved equivalent provider? If yes, please attach a copy of your BLS certification to your application.
Yes, and I have attached a copy of my BLS.No, I do not,
07
Please select the option that applies to you. I am Board Certified in:
Family Psychiatric Mental HealthAdult Psychiatric Mental HealthFamily PracticeAdult/GeriatricPediatricsNone of the above
08
Please describe your work experience as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In your response, please include the number of months/years of experience you possess, your role, and responsibilities.
Required Question
$179,379.20 - $184,288.00 Annually
Location :
Orange County
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
4154HP-0924-042 (0)
Department:
Health Care Agency
Opening Date:
10/01/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
CAREER DESCRIPTION
COMPREHENSIVE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER IISpecialty in Psychiatry/Mental Health
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
Premium PayIn addition to the hourly salary, eligible applicants may receive premium pay for the items listed below:
Bilingual pay:
Qualified employees who meet the criteria found (page 16) shall receive an additional seventy $0.70 per hour for all hours paid.Night Shift Differential pay:
Employees assigned to a night shift shall be paid a night shift differential for each hour actually worked on the assigned night shift. Pay rate is determined by assigned shift hours found here (page 14).Nurse Hiring Incentive:
Upon completion of new employee probation, eligible employees shall receive a one-time lump sum incentive of $1,000, within 2 pay periods.Nurse Retention:
Upon completion of 10,400 service hours (approximately 5 years of service) in a Nurse classification, you will receive 3% of your annual base salary as a one-time lump sum payment.Jail Supplement pay:
An employee in this classification who is assigned to work in an adult or juvenile correctional or institutional facility shall receive an additional $1.50 per hour for all paid hours.Call-Back pay:
An employee in this classification who returns to work because of an agency/department request shall be eligible for Call-Back pay as detailed (page 15)
This recruitment is
open to the public
and will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days. This recruitment will be open on a continuous basis and will close at
11:59 p.m. (PST)
on the day the County's needs are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
This recruitment will establish an
open eligible list to fill current and future Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II - Psychiatry/Mental Health positions within Health Care Agency. The eligible list established may also be used to fill similar and/or lower classifications.
THE AGENCYThe
County of Orange
Health Care Agency (HCA)
is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family, and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Administrative Services, Behavioral Health Services, Correctional Health Services, Specialized Medical Services and Public Health Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
THE PROGRAM
C
orrectional Health Services (CHS)
is comprised of two separate entities. Adult Correctional Health Services (ACHS) provides medical, dental, nursing, infection control, health education and pharmaceutical services at a community standard of care and provides mental health services including 24-hour emergency triage and crisis intervention, suicide prevention, treatment beds, individual and group therapy, substance use counseling, medication assessment and discharge planning to all adult inmates in the County's five (5) correctional facilities. Juvenile Health Services (JHS) provides medical, nursing, dental and pharmaceutical services at a community standard of care for youth who reside in the County's four (4) residential facilities operated by OC Probation and Social Services Agency (SSA).
THE OPPORTUNITYUnder direction of the ACHS Administrative Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director, the Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II - Psychiatry/Mental Health general duties are as follows:
Conduct psychiatric assessment and treatment of mentally ill clientsPrescribe medicationPerform crisis intervention and suicide preventionIndependent assessment and evaluation of inmates and detainees including dual diagnosis and seriously mentally ill (SMI) clientsCase management/rotation through all adult jailsMedication evaluation, treatment and follow-upWeekend coverage of the jail inpatient psychiatric unit may be requiredConsult with psychiatrist as needed
The Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II - Psychiatry/Mental Health incumbents are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation prior to offer and acceptance of employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will have one (1) or more years of experience as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:
Technical Knowledge:
Performing psychiatric assessments, including interviewing patients to obtain complete medical histories as well as ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinationsEstablishing and documenting treatment plans and prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are detailed and complete for any psychiatrist/physician reviewing to evaluate the plan's effectivenessFollowing standardized protocol in initiating drug therapy, taking responsibility for appropriate dosage, indications, contradictions and side effectsAssuming preceptorship and other supervision responsibilities for Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric/Mental Health nursing student as neededService Oriented:
Creating a climate of patient-centered care to include confidentiality, privacy, comfort, emotional support, mutual trust, and respectProviding genuine and compassionate nursing care towards incarcerated clientsApplying ethically sound solutions to complex issues related to mentally ill clientsRelaying essential medical information efficiently to mental health staff for client's continuity of careWork collaboratively with other CHS staff and processes, including OC Sheriff personnelAdaptability and Safety Focus:
Working effectively in a changing and stressful environment, and adjusting as necessaryReducing jail-related liability risks by being compliant with Federal and State laws and mandated standardsBeing aware of any environmental hazards while working inside the facilityBeing alert and aware of personal safety and security while providing care and/or treatment to unstable or unpredictable clientsSPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must
NOT
have felony convictions or be on any form of probationMust be able to pass and maintain background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes: completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e., degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.)The Correctional facilities is a 24-hour, 7 day a week facility, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidaysMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:For detailed information on
Comprehensive Care Nurse Practitioner II
minimum qualifications, including Physical and Mental Requirements, Environmental and Working Conditions
click here.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List:
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION:Email
is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Gazala Yerunkar at (714) 834-3205 orEEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management BenefitsIn addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidayswe also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01
Please select the option that best describes your qualifications.
One (1) or more years of experience as a Nurse PractitionerLess than one (1) year of experience as a Nurse PractitionerNone of the above
02
Please provide your California Registered Nurse license number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification.
03
Please provide your Nurse Practitioner license number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification.
04
Please provide your valid DEA license for Controlled Substances Level II for verification.
05
Please provide your Nurse Practitioner Furnishing number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification.
06
Do you possess a current Basic Life Support for Health Care Professional Card-American Heart Association or from an approved equivalent provider? If yes, please attach a copy of your BLS certification to your application.
Yes, and I have attached a copy of my BLS.No, I do not,
07
Please select the option that applies to you. I am Board Certified in:
Family Psychiatric Mental HealthAdult Psychiatric Mental HealthFamily PracticeAdult/GeriatricPediatricsNone of the above
08
Please describe your work experience as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In your response, please include the number of months/years of experience you possess, your role, and responsibilities.
Required Question