City & County of San Francisco (CA)
Licensed Vocational Nurse (2312) - H00018
City & County of San Francisco (CA), San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. Application Opening: October 12, 2022 Application Deadline: Continuous Salary: $85,930 - $104,442 annually Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service Recruitment ID: H00018 The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of two main Divisions - the San Francisco Health Network and Population Health. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. Responsibilities
Under supervision and according to physicians’ or registered nurses’ instructions, prepares, administers and records ordered medications and injections; obtains patient histories; observes, reports and records physiological and psychosocial signs; takes vital signs; maintains medical records; maintains a safe and clean environment, and performs related duties as required. Administers nursing care to patients according to physician’s and Registered Nurse’s instructions and approved nursing and departmental policies and procedures; as a team member, participates in planning and maintaining nursing care plans; assists physician in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and treatments; prepares, administers and records ordered medications and injections. Provides direct patient care to promote patient comfort; may serve and feed patients; may assist patients with elimination functions. Screens patients by obtaining histories; observes, reports and records physiological and psychological signs, symptoms and behaviors; takes vital signs; obtains specimens and may perform some required nursing diagnostic tests (e.g., guiac stools, sugar and acetone tests). Keeps accurate records of administration of medications and treatments; makes reports of patient’s progress towards goals; maintains medical records to meet legal requirements and provide reference for follow-up of treatment and care. Maintains a safe, secure and clean environment; maintains adequate supplies and equipment in assigned area. Instructs and counsels patients regarding physical self-care and emotional needs concerning test and specimen collections. Understands human relationships among patients, families and other health care personnel; recognizes and understands the effect of social and economic problems as well as cultural backgrounds and religious affiliations of patients and their families. When working in specialized areas, after training in special procedures pertaining to such areas, performs specialized procedures as approved by nursing service policy. The 2312 Licensed Vocational Nurse may perform other duties as assigned/required. Qualifications
LICENSE: Possession of a valid permanent or temporary (including an interim permit) California Vocational Nurse License issued by the California State Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners. Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. Please ensure it is clear in your application how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Misrepresentation may disqualify you from this recruitment or future opportunities. Selection Procedures: After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps, including a Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ) and a Training and Experience Evaluation (weight 100%); additional selection processes may be conducted. Certification: The eligible list will be governed by the Rule of the List. Eligible candidates will be placed on an eligible list with a score and rank. Information about the process is available at the SF Government careers site. How to apply & Additional information
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are accepted online through careers.sf.gov. Begin the application process there. Your email communications may come from more than one department; ensure your email is set to accept messages from all departments involved in this recruitment. You may be contacted by email about this recruitment; it is your responsibility to update your contact information if needed. Applicants will receive a confirmation email once the online application is submitted and received. Retain this confirmation for your records. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Follow the provisions of this announcement, including requirements and time periods. Clerical corrections may be posted on the SF Careers site. Appeals may be submitted in writing following Civil Service rules. Equal Employment Opportunity
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. Application Opening: October 12, 2022 Application Deadline: Continuous Salary: $85,930 - $104,442 annually Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service Recruitment ID: H00018 The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of two main Divisions - the San Francisco Health Network and Population Health. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. Responsibilities
Under supervision and according to physicians’ or registered nurses’ instructions, prepares, administers and records ordered medications and injections; obtains patient histories; observes, reports and records physiological and psychosocial signs; takes vital signs; maintains medical records; maintains a safe and clean environment, and performs related duties as required. Administers nursing care to patients according to physician’s and Registered Nurse’s instructions and approved nursing and departmental policies and procedures; as a team member, participates in planning and maintaining nursing care plans; assists physician in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and treatments; prepares, administers and records ordered medications and injections. Provides direct patient care to promote patient comfort; may serve and feed patients; may assist patients with elimination functions. Screens patients by obtaining histories; observes, reports and records physiological and psychological signs, symptoms and behaviors; takes vital signs; obtains specimens and may perform some required nursing diagnostic tests (e.g., guiac stools, sugar and acetone tests). Keeps accurate records of administration of medications and treatments; makes reports of patient’s progress towards goals; maintains medical records to meet legal requirements and provide reference for follow-up of treatment and care. Maintains a safe, secure and clean environment; maintains adequate supplies and equipment in assigned area. Instructs and counsels patients regarding physical self-care and emotional needs concerning test and specimen collections. Understands human relationships among patients, families and other health care personnel; recognizes and understands the effect of social and economic problems as well as cultural backgrounds and religious affiliations of patients and their families. When working in specialized areas, after training in special procedures pertaining to such areas, performs specialized procedures as approved by nursing service policy. The 2312 Licensed Vocational Nurse may perform other duties as assigned/required. Qualifications
LICENSE: Possession of a valid permanent or temporary (including an interim permit) California Vocational Nurse License issued by the California State Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners. Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. Please ensure it is clear in your application how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Misrepresentation may disqualify you from this recruitment or future opportunities. Selection Procedures: After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps, including a Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ) and a Training and Experience Evaluation (weight 100%); additional selection processes may be conducted. Certification: The eligible list will be governed by the Rule of the List. Eligible candidates will be placed on an eligible list with a score and rank. Information about the process is available at the SF Government careers site. How to apply & Additional information
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are accepted online through careers.sf.gov. Begin the application process there. Your email communications may come from more than one department; ensure your email is set to accept messages from all departments involved in this recruitment. You may be contacted by email about this recruitment; it is your responsibility to update your contact information if needed. Applicants will receive a confirmation email once the online application is submitted and received. Retain this confirmation for your records. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Follow the provisions of this announcement, including requirements and time periods. Clerical corrections may be posted on the SF Careers site. Appeals may be submitted in writing following Civil Service rules. Equal Employment Opportunity
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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