Los Angeles County
NURSING ATTENDANT I, DEO Training Program
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITYEXAM NUMBER
Y5098CAPPLICATION FILING PERIOD
10/05/2021 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.REBULLETIN INFORMATION:
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE JOB TITLE, CHANGE THE NAME OF THE PROGRAM’S ADMINISTERING DEPARTMENT, ADD INFORMATION ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES AND ITS MISSION, AND TO UPDATE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.COVID-19 Vaccination
All County 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. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion.Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit
www.dhs.lacounty.govMISSION
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.DEFINITION:
Provides basic nursing services to both child and adult inpatients or to children of preschool age in the custody of County Day care nurseries.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitors condition of patient at bedside who require close and constant observation and care due to altered mental status, extreme risk of falls, or accidental injury.Provides observation for patients that may require protective supervision and interventions during specified periods of time to ensure patient safety.Contributes to patient comfort, well-being and satisfaction by responding to personal requests, making adjustments in position, assisting with toileting programs, setting patient limits, providing hydration and dietary items, filling water containers, linen changes.Assists patients with the traditional activities of daily living, such as eating, brushing teeth, dressing and undressing, and eliminating.Takes and records temperature, pulse and respiration of patients, and reports adverse vital signs or observed abnormal stress, discomfort or concerning behaviors/psychiatric interventions.Assists providers, nurses, and physicians in providing basic nursing care or treatments.Turns and positions patients and places supports to prevent pressure sores; Positions and holds patients for examination or treatment.Assures a safe and sanitary environment for the patient by cleaning up minor spills in kitchen and dining areas, by making beds, cribs and bassinets, and by maintaining ward, sleeping quarters and recreational areas in a clean and orderly condition.Maintains and improves functional status of patients' ability to perform activities of daily living required to meet basic needs, and maintain health and well-being.Communicates with patients, visitors, and staff to maintain a safe environment for patients.Performs support tasks such as replenishing unit supplies, answers phone calls, etc.Transports patients on beds or stretchers between patient care areas and diagnostic test areas for examination and treatment as needed.Provides rehab activities, engage in patient activities, redirect/reorient patient based on diagnosis as needed.SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
A certificate of Completion from the Department Economic Opportunity (formerly known as the Department of Workforce Development, Aging, and Community Services) Los Angeles County's America's Job Centers of California Nursing Attendant Training Program.Certification as a Nursing Assistant by the State of California.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certificate issued by the American Heart Association.To compete in this examination process, applicants must have current certification as a Nursing Assistant by the State of California. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted.EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a structured interview weighted 100% which will evaluate job preparation and knowledge of position, interpersonal and oral communication, problem solving and decision making, and work skills. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be added to the eligible register.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.AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.VACANCY INFORMATION:
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the
REQUIREMENTS.
Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job.IMPORTANT NOTES:
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made.
Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.ADA COORDINATOR:
(323) 914-6365DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Annette Abrom, Exam AnalystE-mail:
aabrom@dhs.lacounty.govHR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000
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OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITYEXAM NUMBER
Y5098CAPPLICATION FILING PERIOD
10/05/2021 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.REBULLETIN INFORMATION:
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE JOB TITLE, CHANGE THE NAME OF THE PROGRAM’S ADMINISTERING DEPARTMENT, ADD INFORMATION ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES AND ITS MISSION, AND TO UPDATE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.COVID-19 Vaccination
All County 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. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion.Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit
www.dhs.lacounty.govMISSION
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.DEFINITION:
Provides basic nursing services to both child and adult inpatients or to children of preschool age in the custody of County Day care nurseries.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitors condition of patient at bedside who require close and constant observation and care due to altered mental status, extreme risk of falls, or accidental injury.Provides observation for patients that may require protective supervision and interventions during specified periods of time to ensure patient safety.Contributes to patient comfort, well-being and satisfaction by responding to personal requests, making adjustments in position, assisting with toileting programs, setting patient limits, providing hydration and dietary items, filling water containers, linen changes.Assists patients with the traditional activities of daily living, such as eating, brushing teeth, dressing and undressing, and eliminating.Takes and records temperature, pulse and respiration of patients, and reports adverse vital signs or observed abnormal stress, discomfort or concerning behaviors/psychiatric interventions.Assists providers, nurses, and physicians in providing basic nursing care or treatments.Turns and positions patients and places supports to prevent pressure sores; Positions and holds patients for examination or treatment.Assures a safe and sanitary environment for the patient by cleaning up minor spills in kitchen and dining areas, by making beds, cribs and bassinets, and by maintaining ward, sleeping quarters and recreational areas in a clean and orderly condition.Maintains and improves functional status of patients' ability to perform activities of daily living required to meet basic needs, and maintain health and well-being.Communicates with patients, visitors, and staff to maintain a safe environment for patients.Performs support tasks such as replenishing unit supplies, answers phone calls, etc.Transports patients on beds or stretchers between patient care areas and diagnostic test areas for examination and treatment as needed.Provides rehab activities, engage in patient activities, redirect/reorient patient based on diagnosis as needed.SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
A certificate of Completion from the Department Economic Opportunity (formerly known as the Department of Workforce Development, Aging, and Community Services) Los Angeles County's America's Job Centers of California Nursing Attendant Training Program.Certification as a Nursing Assistant by the State of California.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certificate issued by the American Heart Association.To compete in this examination process, applicants must have current certification as a Nursing Assistant by the State of California. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted.EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a structured interview weighted 100% which will evaluate job preparation and knowledge of position, interpersonal and oral communication, problem solving and decision making, and work skills. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be added to the eligible register.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.AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.VACANCY INFORMATION:
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the
REQUIREMENTS.
Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job.IMPORTANT NOTES:
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made.
Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.ADA COORDINATOR:
(323) 914-6365DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Annette Abrom, Exam AnalystE-mail:
aabrom@dhs.lacounty.govHR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000
#J-18808-Ljbffr