Comprehensive Care Nurse I (RN)
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1 Quick Apply Full-time 1 hour ago Full Job Description COMPREHENSIVE CARE NURSE I Correctional Health Services HEALTH CARE AGENCY The County of Orange Health Care Agency is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health.
Under the direction of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of seven service areas - Finance and Administrative, Behavioral Health, Correctional Health, Medical Health Services, Office of Care Coordination, Public Health and Strategy and Special Projects is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
ADULT CORRECTIONAL HEALTH SERVICES The Correctional Health Services (CHS), Adult Correctional Health Services (ACHS) program provides medical, dental, nursing, infection control, health education and pharmaceutical services at a community standard of care and also 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.
THE OPPORTUNITY The Comprehensive Care Nurse I is responsible for performing a variety of specialized duties:
Obtain vital signs such as:
temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and pain scale assessment Perform comprehensive and focused physical assessments, interpret data collected, and refer to higher level of care as necessary, including:
Obtaining comprehensive medical, mental health, family and social history Interpreting vital signs results Wound care treatment and management Documenting in SOAP (Subjective-Objective-Assessment-Plan) format on electronic health record Treating clients based on nursing standardized procedures Review of health records, summarize and synthesize patient information and give a comprehensive hand off at shift change or outside facility transfers utilizing a discharge-summary form or verbal report Participate in staff development and educational programs to maintain professional competency Participate in 5150 training; must pass and maintain certification (training will be provided) May perform other job related duties as needed The Comprehensive Care Nurse I is expected to become oriented to the Comprehensive Care Nursing duties and assume increasing levels of responsibility.
Incumbents who are not promoted by the end of their probationary period shall not pass probation.
The ACHS facility is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidays.
Nursing staff work six (6), twelve (12) hour shifts, and one eight (8) hour shift per two (2) week pay period.
Days off are every other weekend and rotating week days.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities that demonstrates the following competencies:
Nursing Training Knowledge of:
Chronic illnesses that are medical and mental health related such as:
substance abuse disorders, etc.
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) guidelines Performing triage and assessment competently Performing emergency, medical, mental health, prenatal care and other specialized care Willing and having the ability to testify competently if subpoenaed by court Using technology and other healthcare related systems effectively Adaptability Collaboration:
Working effectively in a changing and stressful environment, and making adjustments as necessary Working collaboratively and communicating professionally at all times Compassion:
Developing resiliency by maintaining energy, tenacity, and continuously providing compassionate care in fulfilling correctional nursing responsibilities Critical Thinking Safety:
Managing multiple clients needing triage effectively and efficiently Making sound clinical treatment decisions Being aware of any environmental hazards while working inside the jail facility Being alert and aware of personal safety and security while providing care and/or treatment to medical and mental health clients Reducing jail-related liability risks by being compliant with Federal and State laws and mandated standards SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Incumbents must NOT have felony convictions or be on any form of probation Must 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 Evaluation Services (N.
A.
C.
E.
S.
).
Correctional Health Services are a 24 hour, 7 day a week facilities, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements.
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, and laws, regulations, and policies regarding COVID-19 are subject to change.
The County of Orange is required to comply with all applicable State or County Public Health Orders, some of which require vaccination or testing as follows:
Workers, who provide services in certain Medical or High-Risk Settings, will be required to provide proof of full vaccination from COVID-19 or to wear a mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing.
Workers, who provide services in certain Health Care Facilities or in a correctional facility or detention center where health care is provided, will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and boosted.
(Workers may be exempt from this requirement based on religious beliefs or a qualifying medical reason; however, if exempted, they will be required to wear a mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing.
) The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders.
You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position.
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent Pay:
$43.
48 - $53.
99 per hour
Benefits:
Continuing education credits Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Standard shift:
Day shift Evening shift Night shift Overnight shift Supplemental schedule:
Holidays Weekly schedule:
Monday to Friday Rotating weekends Weekend availability License/Certification:
RN License (Required) BLS Certification (Required) Work Location:
One location Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
1 Quick Apply Full-time 1 hour ago Full Job Description COMPREHENSIVE CARE NURSE I Correctional Health Services HEALTH CARE AGENCY The County of Orange Health Care Agency is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health.
Under the direction of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of seven service areas - Finance and Administrative, Behavioral Health, Correctional Health, Medical Health Services, Office of Care Coordination, Public Health and Strategy and Special Projects is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
ADULT CORRECTIONAL HEALTH SERVICES The Correctional Health Services (CHS), Adult Correctional Health Services (ACHS) program provides medical, dental, nursing, infection control, health education and pharmaceutical services at a community standard of care and also 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.
THE OPPORTUNITY The Comprehensive Care Nurse I is responsible for performing a variety of specialized duties:
Obtain vital signs such as:
temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and pain scale assessment Perform comprehensive and focused physical assessments, interpret data collected, and refer to higher level of care as necessary, including:
Obtaining comprehensive medical, mental health, family and social history Interpreting vital signs results Wound care treatment and management Documenting in SOAP (Subjective-Objective-Assessment-Plan) format on electronic health record Treating clients based on nursing standardized procedures Review of health records, summarize and synthesize patient information and give a comprehensive hand off at shift change or outside facility transfers utilizing a discharge-summary form or verbal report Participate in staff development and educational programs to maintain professional competency Participate in 5150 training; must pass and maintain certification (training will be provided) May perform other job related duties as needed The Comprehensive Care Nurse I is expected to become oriented to the Comprehensive Care Nursing duties and assume increasing levels of responsibility.
Incumbents who are not promoted by the end of their probationary period shall not pass probation.
The ACHS facility is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidays.
Nursing staff work six (6), twelve (12) hour shifts, and one eight (8) hour shift per two (2) week pay period.
Days off are every other weekend and rotating week days.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities that demonstrates the following competencies:
Nursing Training Knowledge of:
Chronic illnesses that are medical and mental health related such as:
substance abuse disorders, etc.
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) guidelines Performing triage and assessment competently Performing emergency, medical, mental health, prenatal care and other specialized care Willing and having the ability to testify competently if subpoenaed by court Using technology and other healthcare related systems effectively Adaptability Collaboration:
Working effectively in a changing and stressful environment, and making adjustments as necessary Working collaboratively and communicating professionally at all times Compassion:
Developing resiliency by maintaining energy, tenacity, and continuously providing compassionate care in fulfilling correctional nursing responsibilities Critical Thinking Safety:
Managing multiple clients needing triage effectively and efficiently Making sound clinical treatment decisions Being aware of any environmental hazards while working inside the jail facility Being alert and aware of personal safety and security while providing care and/or treatment to medical and mental health clients Reducing jail-related liability risks by being compliant with Federal and State laws and mandated standards SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Incumbents must NOT have felony convictions or be on any form of probation Must 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 Evaluation Services (N.
A.
C.
E.
S.
).
Correctional Health Services are a 24 hour, 7 day a week facilities, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements.
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, and laws, regulations, and policies regarding COVID-19 are subject to change.
The County of Orange is required to comply with all applicable State or County Public Health Orders, some of which require vaccination or testing as follows:
Workers, who provide services in certain Medical or High-Risk Settings, will be required to provide proof of full vaccination from COVID-19 or to wear a mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing.
Workers, who provide services in certain Health Care Facilities or in a correctional facility or detention center where health care is provided, will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and boosted.
(Workers may be exempt from this requirement based on religious beliefs or a qualifying medical reason; however, if exempted, they will be required to wear a mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing.
) The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders.
You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position.
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent Pay:
$43.
48 - $53.
99 per hour
Benefits:
Continuing education credits Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Standard shift:
Day shift Evening shift Night shift Overnight shift Supplemental schedule:
Holidays Weekly schedule:
Monday to Friday Rotating weekends Weekend availability License/Certification:
RN License (Required) BLS Certification (Required) Work Location:
One location Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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