County of San Bernardino, CA
Licensed Vocational Nurse I - Corrections
County of San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, California, United States, 92409
Salary :
$47,819.20 - $64,209.60 Annually Location :
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-12159-01 Department:
Sheriff/Coroner Opening Date:
02/01/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
The Job *$1,000 upon hire and $1,000 upon completion of 2080 service hours. See MOU for details. San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Health Services Division
is recruiting for
Licensed Vocational Nurses I
- Corrections
who assist physicians, registered nurses and other health specialists in the treatment and care of patients in an adult or juvenile
locked correctional facility . Duties include providing basic nursing care; collecting vital signs, blood, and specimens; and administering medications as directed. Incumbents in this class are expected to perform the full range of duties under close supervision while acquiring the experience and skill of a journey-level Licensed Vocational Nurse.
CURRENT VACANCIES
exist in the
Sheriff's Department.
The resulting eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies in the Probation Department. We are also accepting applications for Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections, which requires a separate application. Applicants are encouraged to view the Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections announcement and apply for both levels, as appropriate. For more detailed information, refer to the job description. Two Excellent Benefits Packages to Choose From! HEALTH BENEFITS
PAID TIME OFF
RETIREMENT PERKS Medical & Dental: Family Coverage Vision: Employee Coverage Premium subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect Attendance Leave Flexible work schedules (in some departments) Generous pension Retirement reciprocity may be available! 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Medical Trust (RMT) DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short/Long-Term Disability Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the
Modified Benefit Option (MBO)
that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75/hour above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO refer to the
General Unit - Benefits Summary Guide CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Certification:
Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support certification.
Shift:
Must be available for rotating shift work, including weekends and holidays, and may be required to assist after normal duty hours in emergency situations and may involve hostile or volatile wards and inmates. Night shift differential and overtime compensation are available.
Background:
Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony and, upon appointment, must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a fingerprint check and polygraph.
Physical Demands:
Ability to perform for extended periods of time: balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, stooping, turning, twisting; and walking long distances both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions; hand and finger dexterity in both hands; ability to manipulate heavy duty security locks and doors; reaching or working above and below shoulder level; normal vision, including color discrimination; normal hearing; and carrying up to 10 pounds.
NOTE:
Incumbents will be required to respond immediately to emergencies while on duty which may involve hostile and volatile wards and inmates.
Working Conditions:
Working conditions involve exposure to hazardous and infectious materials and communicable diseases.
Travel:
Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
Promotion:
Incumbents in the class of Licensed Vocational Nurse I - Corrections are eligible for promotion upon meeting minimum qualifications and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Employees must qualify for promotion to Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections within 12 months or be terminated. Sponsorship:
San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future Minimum Requirements License:
Must possess and maintain a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license with the State of California. AND Certification:
Must produce and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire. Note:
License number and expiration date
must be listed on the application
to be eligible.
Selection Process Examination Procedure: There will be a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline.
Resumes
will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
Applications will be received until a sufficient number of applications are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration as recruitment may close at any time.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at
(855) 524-5627 . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the
For more important details, Technical & Inspection Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
*Retirement benefits subject to change. 01
Instructions:
The information from the completed Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications. Accurate responses should be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered Employers and dates of employment listed on this questionnaire
must
also be listed in the work experience section of your application.
I have read and understand the above statement.
02
License:
Do you possess a valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse license?
Yes No
03
License : Indicate the
number
and
expiration date
of your California Licensed Vocational Nurse license. 04
Certification:
Incumbents MUST have a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire.
I understand and will provide proof at time of hire.
05
Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the amount of experience you possess as a
Licensed Vocational Nurse
in any environment.
I possess 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse. I possess nine (9) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse. I possess six (6) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse. I do not possess any experience as a licensed vocational nurse
06
Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the amount of experience you possess as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a
correctional environment
(i.e., probation, jail, detention facility).
I possess 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment I possess nine (9) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment I possess six (6) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment I do not possess experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment
07
Correctional Experience:
Please indicate the employer and dates of employment where your
correctional
Licensed Vocational Nurse experience was obtained.If you do not possess this experience, indicate "N/A." 08
Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the areas in which you possess
one (1) year
of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse.
Acute Care Hospital Behavioral Health Hospital (Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinics are not considered qualifying) Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic Correctional environment (i.e., probation, jail or detention facility) Home Health/Hospice Outpatient Care Public Health Rehabilitation Hospital Residential Care School District Skilled Nursing Facility Other I have no experience as a licensed vocational nurse
09
Non - Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the areas in which you have
six (6) months
full-time experience in a position
other than a licensed vocational nurse.
Acute Care Hospital Behavioral Health or Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic Correctional environment (i.e., probation, jail or detention facility) Outpatient Care Public Health Rehabilitation Hospital Residential Care School District Skilled Nursing Facility Other None of the Above
10
Medical Support Experience:
Indicate your full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in the following environments.
I have 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in an environment OTHER than corrections. I have 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in a correctional environment. I have 6 months (1,040 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in an environment OTHER than corrections. I have 6 months (1,040 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in a correctional environment. I have less than 6 months (1,040 hours) of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in an environment OTHER than corrections. I have less than 6 months (1,040 hours) of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in a correctional environment. I do not possess experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in any environment.
11
Describe any other experience you have in a
correctional environment . Include your job title, responsibilities, name of employer, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. If you do not possess experience, indicate N/A. 12
Department Availability:
Indicate your availability and willingness to work in the Probation and Sheriff's Departments.
I am available and willing to work in BOTH the Probation and Sheriff's Departments. I am available and willing to work in the Probation Department ONLY. I am available and willing to work in the Sheriff's Department ONLY.
13
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email:
As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
14 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand 15
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete:
Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question
$47,819.20 - $64,209.60 Annually Location :
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-12159-01 Department:
Sheriff/Coroner Opening Date:
02/01/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
The Job *$1,000 upon hire and $1,000 upon completion of 2080 service hours. See MOU for details. San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Health Services Division
is recruiting for
Licensed Vocational Nurses I
- Corrections
who assist physicians, registered nurses and other health specialists in the treatment and care of patients in an adult or juvenile
locked correctional facility . Duties include providing basic nursing care; collecting vital signs, blood, and specimens; and administering medications as directed. Incumbents in this class are expected to perform the full range of duties under close supervision while acquiring the experience and skill of a journey-level Licensed Vocational Nurse.
CURRENT VACANCIES
exist in the
Sheriff's Department.
The resulting eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies in the Probation Department. We are also accepting applications for Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections, which requires a separate application. Applicants are encouraged to view the Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections announcement and apply for both levels, as appropriate. For more detailed information, refer to the job description. Two Excellent Benefits Packages to Choose From! HEALTH BENEFITS
PAID TIME OFF
RETIREMENT PERKS Medical & Dental: Family Coverage Vision: Employee Coverage Premium subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect Attendance Leave Flexible work schedules (in some departments) Generous pension Retirement reciprocity may be available! 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Medical Trust (RMT) DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short/Long-Term Disability Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the
Modified Benefit Option (MBO)
that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75/hour above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO refer to the
General Unit - Benefits Summary Guide CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Certification:
Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support certification.
Shift:
Must be available for rotating shift work, including weekends and holidays, and may be required to assist after normal duty hours in emergency situations and may involve hostile or volatile wards and inmates. Night shift differential and overtime compensation are available.
Background:
Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony and, upon appointment, must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a fingerprint check and polygraph.
Physical Demands:
Ability to perform for extended periods of time: balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, stooping, turning, twisting; and walking long distances both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions; hand and finger dexterity in both hands; ability to manipulate heavy duty security locks and doors; reaching or working above and below shoulder level; normal vision, including color discrimination; normal hearing; and carrying up to 10 pounds.
NOTE:
Incumbents will be required to respond immediately to emergencies while on duty which may involve hostile and volatile wards and inmates.
Working Conditions:
Working conditions involve exposure to hazardous and infectious materials and communicable diseases.
Travel:
Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
Promotion:
Incumbents in the class of Licensed Vocational Nurse I - Corrections are eligible for promotion upon meeting minimum qualifications and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Employees must qualify for promotion to Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Corrections within 12 months or be terminated. Sponsorship:
San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future Minimum Requirements License:
Must possess and maintain a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license with the State of California. AND Certification:
Must produce and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire. Note:
License number and expiration date
must be listed on the application
to be eligible.
Selection Process Examination Procedure: There will be a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline.
Resumes
will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
Applications will be received until a sufficient number of applications are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration as recruitment may close at any time.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at
(855) 524-5627 . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the
For more important details, Technical & Inspection Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
*Retirement benefits subject to change. 01
Instructions:
The information from the completed Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications. Accurate responses should be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered Employers and dates of employment listed on this questionnaire
must
also be listed in the work experience section of your application.
I have read and understand the above statement.
02
License:
Do you possess a valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse license?
Yes No
03
License : Indicate the
number
and
expiration date
of your California Licensed Vocational Nurse license. 04
Certification:
Incumbents MUST have a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire.
I understand and will provide proof at time of hire.
05
Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the amount of experience you possess as a
Licensed Vocational Nurse
in any environment.
I possess 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse. I possess nine (9) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse. I possess six (6) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse. I do not possess any experience as a licensed vocational nurse
06
Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the amount of experience you possess as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a
correctional environment
(i.e., probation, jail, detention facility).
I possess 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment I possess nine (9) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment I possess six (6) months of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment I do not possess experience as a licensed vocational nurse in a correctional environment
07
Correctional Experience:
Please indicate the employer and dates of employment where your
correctional
Licensed Vocational Nurse experience was obtained.If you do not possess this experience, indicate "N/A." 08
Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the areas in which you possess
one (1) year
of full-time experience as a licensed vocational nurse.
Acute Care Hospital Behavioral Health Hospital (Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinics are not considered qualifying) Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic Correctional environment (i.e., probation, jail or detention facility) Home Health/Hospice Outpatient Care Public Health Rehabilitation Hospital Residential Care School District Skilled Nursing Facility Other I have no experience as a licensed vocational nurse
09
Non - Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience:
Indicate the areas in which you have
six (6) months
full-time experience in a position
other than a licensed vocational nurse.
Acute Care Hospital Behavioral Health or Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic Correctional environment (i.e., probation, jail or detention facility) Outpatient Care Public Health Rehabilitation Hospital Residential Care School District Skilled Nursing Facility Other None of the Above
10
Medical Support Experience:
Indicate your full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in the following environments.
I have 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in an environment OTHER than corrections. I have 12 months (2,080 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in a correctional environment. I have 6 months (1,040 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in an environment OTHER than corrections. I have 6 months (1,040 hours) or more of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in a correctional environment. I have less than 6 months (1,040 hours) of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in an environment OTHER than corrections. I have less than 6 months (1,040 hours) of full-time experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in a correctional environment. I do not possess experience as a Health Services Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant in any environment.
11
Describe any other experience you have in a
correctional environment . Include your job title, responsibilities, name of employer, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. If you do not possess experience, indicate N/A. 12
Department Availability:
Indicate your availability and willingness to work in the Probation and Sheriff's Departments.
I am available and willing to work in BOTH the Probation and Sheriff's Departments. I am available and willing to work in the Probation Department ONLY. I am available and willing to work in the Sheriff's Department ONLY.
13
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email:
As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
14 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand 15
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete:
Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question