Public Health Licensed Vocational Nurse, Salinas, California

Position Description

Public Health LVN

(Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred)

$4,222 - $5,767 Monthly

Open Date: Monday, February 7, 2022

Open Until Filled

Priority Screen Date: February 25, 2022

Exam #22/52E01/02LPC

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Monterey County Health Department's Public Health Bureau is seeking to fill a vacant Public Health Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position supporting the Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program. The ECM Public Health LVN functions under the supervision of the Supervising Public Health Nurse (SPHN) and the general direction of the Public Health Nurse (PHN)/Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager. ECM program provides comprehensive case management services to high utilizers of hospital emergency and inpatient services, and individuals experiencing homelessness who have multiple chronic diseases, and/or behavioral health diagnosis. The program is a partnership with community organizations and primary care providers to help these individuals find a medical home, housing, social services, and mental health services. The LVN supports case management of these individuals by following the care plan, including administering medications according to physicians orders, medication education, connecting the participants to resources, transporting and accompanying to health care services, providing educational support to manage chronic illness, and connect them to housing opportunities and/or other appropriate referrals.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise.

Examples of Duties

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Working Knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, and techniques used in clinical vocational nursing
• Medical terminology
• Basic math and statistical concepts
• Basic computer knowledge

Some Knowledge of:

• The principles, methods and techniques used in public health education
• The principles, methods and techniques used in counseling designed to bring about lifestyle, nutritional, or other health behavior adjustments
• The available sources and methods of obtaining public health, counseling, and medical treatment services
• The principles of treatment, prevention, and infection control used in a specified medical specialty depending on the position being filled

Skill and Ability to:

• Collect, tabulate and analyze data
• Keep accurate records
• Communicate effectively with persons from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds for the purpose of gaining confidential medical and personal histories, and educating and counseling them concerning health practices or nutrition
• Perform venipuncture and apply other vocational nursing skills
• Develop and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Work under limited daily supervision and function as part of a "team" approach to client management
• Exhibit professionalism and deal tactfully with clients who have or who may be carrying a variety of diseases including the HIV Virus.
• Speak before groups
• Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and specialized software for case management.

Characteristics of Ideal Candidate:

• Be culturally sensitive
• A team player
• Have great customer service skills
• Develop and maintain positive partnerships within the agency and in the community
• Commitment to integrity, Respect, Innovation, Health Equity and Excellence

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types of experience,

education or training, typically:

Possession of a valid California license as a Vocational or Registered Nurse, and one year of experience as a community worker or related position, which included outreach education within a public health or voluntary non-profit health, related agency preferably dealing with 'at risk' populations.

Special Qualification:

Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish is preferred for these positions. Bilingual (English/Spanish)

candidates must complete and receive a passing score on the bilingual oral and written examination prior to employment.

Conditions of Employment:

As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to:

• Pursuant to Section 4211 of the California Business and Professions Code, incumbents in these positions must be licensed to perform venipuncture in California without a licensed physician in attendance and perform immunizations and/or medical tests under client specific orders from a physician or practitioner. This would require, at a minimum, licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
• Health Department will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
• Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
• May be required to work occasional evenings, weekends and holidays.
• May be exposed to infectious respiratory secretions and bodily fluids.

For a complete information see the class specification/job description on our website at:
https://www2.co.monterey.ca.us/pages/hr/class-specs/52E01.pdf

Additional Information
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES
Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty

or

Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:

Health Department

Attn: Human Resources

1270 Natividad Road

Salinas, CA 93906

Phone: (831) 755-4519

by the priority screening date of February 25, 2022, for a guaranteed review.

The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
• Responses to the Supplemental Questions
• Copy of the required CA LVN License

Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered . Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

SPECIAL NOTES:

• If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodations, please call the Health Department Human Resources Office at 831-755-4946.

• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.

• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed below.

COVID-19:
On July 30, 2021 the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors took action to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for all employees to include new hires. The vaccination requirement is in accordance with Section 25 of the County of Monterey Emergency Response Manual and COVID-19 Prevention Program Link . Applicants who accept employment with the County of Monterey, will be required to be fully vaccinated. However, individuals may request medical or religious exemptions and will be required to complete the appropriate request and certification forms for review and approval no later than their start date. Medical / Religion .

BENEFITS:
The County offers an excellent benefits package (H Unit)
The County of Monterey offers a premium benefit package. A summary of benefits for this position can be viewed on the County website. This information is intended to provide you with a general summary of benefits available and is not legally binding. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies & Practices Resolution or "H" MOU prevails over this listing .

See H bargaining unit Benefit Summary Sheet for more information:

https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/home/showpublisheddocument/107960/637753515578970000

Equal Opportunity

Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment and cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you believe you possess a disability that would require accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at 831-755-4946.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous