Registered Nurse
The County of Yuba is currently recruiting to establish an employment list for the position of Registered Nurse in the Health & Human Services Department. The Registered Nurse provides and/or directs the provision of quality nursing care and assessment to both adult and pediatric patients in a variety of settings in conjunction with or under the direction of a licensed physician and in accordance with facility policies and procedures; works closely with patient, family and other health care providers to coordinate cost effective care and perform related duties as assigned.
Final Filing Date: Friday, June 29, 2018 at 5:00 p.m.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of principles and practices of skilled nursing care in a variety of facilities and settings. Principles and practices of nursing service provision specific to the functional area to which assigned and use and care of the varied equipment required to provide nursing service is essential. Skill in providing excellent nursing services in a variety of settings; assessing patient status and needs and taking appropriate action to provide for the modification of treatment plans to maximize care effectiveness. Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands; interpret, apply and adapt County and department policies, procedures, rules and regulations; combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions, including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events.
Required Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum: Graduation from an accredited nursing school as required to obtain California registration.
Preferred: In addition to the minimum, five (5) years Registered Nursing experience.
Licenses and Certifications: The ability to obtain California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain valid California Class C driver’s license. Possess licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Nursing Education and Registration. Possess a current valid CPR Certification or obtain within the first six months of employment; maintain valid certification
Benefits
SALARY RANGE:
Hiring Range: $5,117-$5,629 Monthly + Benefits
MERIT INCREASE:
Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years
RETIREMENT:
Misc. See Pension Reform Link on Human Resources Webpage for additional information. Yuba County does not participate in Social Security.
VACATION:
12 days for first 5 yrs with incremental increases every 5 yrs thereafter, up to 20 yrs
HOLIDAYS:
An average of 13 paid holidays per year, including 2 floating holidays
SICK LEAVE:
Accrued every payroll period, up to 12 days per yr
HEALTH:
The County pays 90% of the Basic Plan premium for employee only or 70% for employee eligible dependent(s).
DENTAL/VISION:
County pays 100% of the Basic Plan Premiums for EE only and 80% for dependent(s).
LIFE:
County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage.
DEFERRED COMP:
Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan(s) are available
EMPLOYEE ASST. PLAN:
County paid confidential family wellness plan
UNION AFFILIATION:
Yuba County Employee Association
Special Instructions
Final Filing Date: Friday, June 29, 2018 at 5:00 p.m.
Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.
Working Conditions: Typical office, clinic, community outreach, and/or home care setting. Work may require exposure to sources of potentially contagious pathogens in the course of field duties, while wearing personal protective equipment. May be required to work extended hours. May be required to attend meetings outside of normal business hours. Will be required to be available to call back in emergency situations.
APPLICATION SCREENING:
An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted in person or through CalOpps by the final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.
TO APPLY:
ON-LINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted on-line through https://www.calopps.org/yuba-county/job-18512042 or email application by clicking on the "Apply Now" button.
OR
HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a fillable Microsoft Word format or PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.
All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County.
Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.
Applicants must provide the following documents by the filing deadline:
-Yuba County Employment Application—complete online or in person
-Diplomas/ Transcripts
-Copy of CPR certification
-Copy of Licensure as Registered Nurse in California
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
All applicants must clearly demonstrate he/she meets the minimum qualifications, by the final filing deadline, to be considered in the selection and testing phases of the process.
WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:
When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:
An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.
DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEW:
The Department of Health and Human Services will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.