Correctional Vocational Nurse I/II - Justice Facility - Per Diem - PM Shift

Kern Medical

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Kern Medical strives to recruit the highest quality candidates, resulting in a high performance workforce that consistently delivers quality patient care. This position provides patient care as assigned in a correctional facility.

Requirements

Completion of a basic pre-service Vocational Nurse curriculum accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician examiners, OR Completion of an educational program leading to an Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
Possession of a current valid license as a Vocational Nurse as issued by the State of California, OR Possession of an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issues by the State of California.
Probationary employees possessing a temporary license OR interim permit MUST acquire their California Vocational Nurse license during their 6-months as a requirement of continued employment.
Possession and maintenance of a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card is required.
One (1) year of experience in a correctional health facility (for Level II, may be substituted for intravenous infusion certification).
Must obtain Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification within six months of hire date (for Level II).
Ability to stand and walk for lengthy periods.
Ability to sit, bend, squat, kneel and/or twist.
Ability to push and pull heavy and bulky objects.
Ability to perform tasks requiring simple grasping and fine finger manipulation.
Ability to reach and manipulate objects above the shoulder height.
Ability to lift and carry unassisted objects weighing up to 70 lbs. (objects are generally carried distances up to 100 feet).
Ability to assist with lifting and carrying objects weighing in excess of 100 lbs.
Good visual and auditory acuity.
Ability to work in areas with extended exposure to noise, injury, disease, and death.
Utilize a variety of techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment in patient care.
Maintain effective working relationships with the registered nurse, medical, and custody staff, internal and external customers and patients.
Follow instructions as given.
Work shifts as required.
React competently in emergency situations.
Applicants must be free from conditions which prevent them from performing the work required of a Correctional Staff Nurse I/II.
Applicants will be required to pass an extensive background check and be fingerprinted as they must possess and maintain clearance to be employed in Kern County correction facilities.
Felony convictions will be disqualifying and convictions for misdemeanors and traffic offenses will be assess on a case-by-case basis.
A background check may be required for this classification.
All Kern Medical employees are designated “Disaster Service Workers”. In the event of a disaster or civil disorder, all Kern Medical employees are to remain at work or to report to work in a safe and practicable manner.
If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver’s License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver’s license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.

Nice To Haves

Correctional Medicine assignments
Intravenous infusion certification (for Level I)
Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification (for Level II, must obtain within six months of hire date)

Responsibilities

Performs responsible patient care functions utilizing broad knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures and equipment required in support of the registered nurse and medical staff in patient treatment.
Performs general nursing care in a correctional setting; takes and records temperature, pulse and respiration. Observes and keeps records and reports unusual conditions or behaviors.
Participates in the development of nursing care plans.
Maintains records reflecting patient’s condition, medication, and treatment.
Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
Administers special diets and treatments as prescribed.
Gives medications if certified.
Assists staff with dressings.
Maintains confidentiality as prescribed in regulation (Title 15, HIPAA, and the Penal Code).
Performs other job-related duties as required.