County of Santa Barbara
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
County of Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Notice of Change: This recruitment will be posted continuously until all positions are filled.SALARY$29.62 - $35.42 Hourly$5,151.19 - $6,160.48 Monthly$61,814.23 - $73,925.79 AnnuallyBilingual allowance, when applicableWe are looking for dedicated and compassionate healthcare professionals to fill one (1) full-time
Licensed Vocational Nurse
vacancy in the
Public Health Department
at the Santa Barbara Health Care Center in
Santa Barbara.We are also accepting applications to establish one employment list for future Full-Time, Part-Time, Extra Help, and 1414 vacancies for
Licensed Vocational Nurse
in
Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, Carpinteria, and Lompoc.BENEFITS OVERVIEW:BENEFITS:
The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or
CLICK HERE
to view more information.POSITION:Under general supervision, provides nursing care and administers prescribed medications and treatments to patients; performs related tasks as assigned.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This class is assigned treatment tasks requiring specialized training to assist physicians and nursing staff, and to administer medications.The IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess:Clinical Competence:
Proficient in administering medications, taking vital signs, and maintaining accurate medical records.Patient Care Skills:
Experienced in providing direct patient care, ensuring comfort, and addressing patients' emotional and physical needs.Communication:
Strong ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams, conveying information clearly and empathetically.Adaptability:
Capable of handling various clinical tasks and adjusting to the dynamic needs of the healthcare environment.Regulatory Knowledge:
Thorough understanding of healthcare regulations, safety standards, and compliance with California's vocational nursing licensure requirements.Examples of Duties:Conducts basic physical and mental status assessments; assists patients in filling out various forms; records health history and assesses medical status; establishes and documents a health care plan under the supervision of a physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Registered Nurse; carries out diagnostic procedures under physician orders; provides instruction and education to patients for various health problems and prevention, medical tests and procedures.Performs various routine medical procedures such as giving injections, ear lavage, cleaning wounds and changing dressings; schedules medical tests and surgeries; administers medications; draws blood and collects specimens such as urine, sputum, stool, and throat cultures; conducts various routine tests such as TB skin test, urinalysis and blood glucose; performs diagnostic tests such as EKG's, pulmonary function, treadmill, and audiometry; arranges for emergency medical care and removal of patient from the facility if necessary.Assures sufficient supplies and medication are available at all times; makes routine inspections of medical equipment; maintains daily logs, medical records and statistical data; in some cases may act as a lead worker in the coordination of clinics.Employment Standards:Possession of a valid license as a Vocational Nurse in the State of California.Knowledge of:
physical and mental health assessment techniques; first aid procedures; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; the effects and side effects of commonly used medications; general practice medicine and medical terminology; standard diagnostic and medical equipment and instruments.Ability to:
conduct health assessments; accurately document medical records; perform diagnostic procedures; arrange for medical referrals, tests and surgeries; perform standard medical procedures and diagnostic assessments; educate and instruct patients regarding various health problems and prevention, medical tests, and procedures; establish good communication with patients, nursing staff, and physicians.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:Review applications and supplemental questionnaire
to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking:
Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and autoscored. Candidates' final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire.Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list.Veteran's Preference Credit:
is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans).REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants.Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to
check spam filters continuously
during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.Selectees 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, elder/dependent adult abuse, and physical violence abuse reporting.Conditional Job Offer:
Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks.Disaster Service Workers:
Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:
This recruitment will be posted continuously until all positions are filled. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.Farrah Medrano, Talent Acquisition LeadPublic Health Department, PHDRecruiter@sbcphd.org
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Licensed Vocational Nurse
vacancy in the
Public Health Department
at the Santa Barbara Health Care Center in
Santa Barbara.We are also accepting applications to establish one employment list for future Full-Time, Part-Time, Extra Help, and 1414 vacancies for
Licensed Vocational Nurse
in
Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, Carpinteria, and Lompoc.BENEFITS OVERVIEW:BENEFITS:
The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or
CLICK HERE
to view more information.POSITION:Under general supervision, provides nursing care and administers prescribed medications and treatments to patients; performs related tasks as assigned.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This class is assigned treatment tasks requiring specialized training to assist physicians and nursing staff, and to administer medications.The IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess:Clinical Competence:
Proficient in administering medications, taking vital signs, and maintaining accurate medical records.Patient Care Skills:
Experienced in providing direct patient care, ensuring comfort, and addressing patients' emotional and physical needs.Communication:
Strong ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams, conveying information clearly and empathetically.Adaptability:
Capable of handling various clinical tasks and adjusting to the dynamic needs of the healthcare environment.Regulatory Knowledge:
Thorough understanding of healthcare regulations, safety standards, and compliance with California's vocational nursing licensure requirements.Examples of Duties:Conducts basic physical and mental status assessments; assists patients in filling out various forms; records health history and assesses medical status; establishes and documents a health care plan under the supervision of a physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Registered Nurse; carries out diagnostic procedures under physician orders; provides instruction and education to patients for various health problems and prevention, medical tests and procedures.Performs various routine medical procedures such as giving injections, ear lavage, cleaning wounds and changing dressings; schedules medical tests and surgeries; administers medications; draws blood and collects specimens such as urine, sputum, stool, and throat cultures; conducts various routine tests such as TB skin test, urinalysis and blood glucose; performs diagnostic tests such as EKG's, pulmonary function, treadmill, and audiometry; arranges for emergency medical care and removal of patient from the facility if necessary.Assures sufficient supplies and medication are available at all times; makes routine inspections of medical equipment; maintains daily logs, medical records and statistical data; in some cases may act as a lead worker in the coordination of clinics.Employment Standards:Possession of a valid license as a Vocational Nurse in the State of California.Knowledge of:
physical and mental health assessment techniques; first aid procedures; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; the effects and side effects of commonly used medications; general practice medicine and medical terminology; standard diagnostic and medical equipment and instruments.Ability to:
conduct health assessments; accurately document medical records; perform diagnostic procedures; arrange for medical referrals, tests and surgeries; perform standard medical procedures and diagnostic assessments; educate and instruct patients regarding various health problems and prevention, medical tests, and procedures; establish good communication with patients, nursing staff, and physicians.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:Review applications and supplemental questionnaire
to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking:
Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and autoscored. Candidates' final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire.Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list.Veteran's Preference Credit:
is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans).REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants.Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to
check spam filters continuously
during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.Selectees 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, elder/dependent adult abuse, and physical violence abuse reporting.Conditional Job Offer:
Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks.Disaster Service Workers:
Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:
This recruitment will be posted continuously until all positions are filled. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.Farrah Medrano, Talent Acquisition LeadPublic Health Department, PHDRecruiter@sbcphd.org
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