Nurse Case Assistant

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1 Nurse Case Assistant Siskiyou County Health & Human Services Agency REVISED TO REFELCT A NEW APPLICATION DEADLINE AND TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATES. Application Deadline Monthly Salary $3,622 - $4,404 Recruitment Type Friday, September 4, 2015 at 5:00pm PST Open to the Public, Full-Time Tentative Examination Date Oral Examination Week of September 21, 2015 Work Location The Position Examination will be held in Siskiyou County Yreka, California Siskiyou County is an Equal Opportunity Employer This classification series is responsible for conducting IHSS assessments, including assessments for paramedical services, and coordinating/consulting with Social Worker staff on the medical needs of clients. The Nurse Case Assistant is equal to the Licensed Vocational Nurse classification in its requirements and is responsible for performing nursing/medical caseload duties that are more semi-professional under the direction of a higher level professional. Desirable Qualifications Experience with elderly and disabled individuals. Minimum Qualifications While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, only applicants who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job will be selected to continue in the 1

2 recruitment process. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline. Graduation from an accredited program of Vocational Nursing and possession of: 1) A valid certificate of registration as a Licensed Vocational Nurse; 2) A valid certificate of training in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation; and, 3) Satisfactory completion of a prescribed course of instruction in intravenous therapy approved by the California State Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners. Additional Information A valid driver s license will be required at the time of appointment. Employees may also be required to provide proof of car insurance and a DMV clearance. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Position will require pre-employment finger printing for a background investigation. The ability to speak, read, and write Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position, but is not required. Applicants for English/Spanish bilingual designated positions must take and pass the Merit System Services bilingual proficiency examination prior to appointment. The existing eligible list will be replaced upon completion of this examination. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limitedterm or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. Knowledge and Abilities The following may be tested in the examination. Knowledge of: Nursing theory, principles, and practices. Causes, treatment, prevention, and early detection of communicable or chronic diseases and handicapping conditions. Federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing public health. Child growth and development theory and principles. Cultural differences in health care. Nutrition and preventative medical and health practices. Community resources. Medical terminology. Medical equipment and supplies and their use. Infection control practices and procedures. Emergency care including CPR. Use, administration, and effects of narcotics and medicines. Social Services mission and programs. Ability to: Perform medical assessments. 2

3 Administer immunizations and to recognize their possible side effects. Take medical histories. Provide training for support staff and providers on proper care. Work independently and as part of a team. Maintain and interpret medical records and reports. Establish and maintain effective line of communication and with clients, community members, and fellow workers. Give and follow oral and written instructions. Work under conditions of changing priorities and tight time schedules. Examination Information MSS reserves the right to revise the examination plan if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. The examination process may include one or more of the following components: application evaluation, computer skills assessment, supplemental questionnaire, written examination, job related exercise, and/or a structured oral examination. Candidates will be notified of any changes to the examination plan as posted on this job bulletin. The examination components may consist of: ORAL EXAMINATION This examination will be weighted: 100% Categories tested may include: Laws, Policies, and Regulations Interpersonal Skills Medical Knowledge Medical Procedures and Practices Social Services/Resources Examination Notification MSS will send you an informing you of your status once it has been determined. Candidates who apply via a paper application and do not supply us with an address will receive all recruitment notification via United States Postal Service. Selected applicants will be invited to the next step of the examination process. If you have not received notice at least two (2) working days prior to the tentative test date, please contact Merit System Services at mss@cpshr.us. Some positions require that all approved candidates take and pass an oral examination to continue in the recruitment process. If this job bulletin states that there will be an oral exam for this position please note the following: Prior to being scheduled for the oral examination, you may receive an regarding scheduling an appointment from Merit System Services, mss@cpshr.us. If you do not respond to the sent to you by the specified deadline or you are not available on the specified exam date, you will not be scheduled for the oral exam. 3

4 Special Testing Arrangements Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact MSS at or upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school, or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled exam. Foreign Education Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States must submit verification of degree and/or course equivalency by the application deadline. Organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at MSS will accept verification of degree and/or course equivalency from any of the listed member agencies. You must fax all pertinent documents to MSS at or them to mss@cpshr.us prior to the application deadline. About Siskiyou County Siskiyou County is located in inland northern California, adjacent to the Oregon border, and close to the cultural activities of Ashland, Oregon. As the fifth largest county in California by area, Siskiyou County features spectacular natural beauty and scenic cities and towns including Yreka, Mt. Shasta, Weed, Dunsmuir, McCloud and Tulelake as well as Butte Valley, Scott Valley, Shasta Valley and the Klamath River Corridor. Mt Shasta, standing at 14,179 feet, is a portal to a variety of year-round outdoor activities. Local shopping and dining options are available in all areas of the county. Sixty percent of the County land is managed by the Federal and State governments. Siskiyou is one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the world, where multiple mountains range and varied habitats meet. The County population is currently approximately 45,000. Who May Apply Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated on this bulletin may apply for this recruitment. How to Apply Applicants must submit a completed MSS application, including any of the additional documents/materials indicated. Additional documents/materials are included in the online application. Apply online by logging onto and following the instructions. 4

5 The information you include on all recruitment and selection related documentation is an integral part of your examination and will be reviewed and evaluated based on the current job requirements. Only the education, experience, and training you list will be compared to the criteria measuring the qualifications for this job, and only applicants with the most relevant education, experience, and training will be included in each phase of the selection process. Therefore, it is especially important that your responses to each component of this process be as complete and detailed as possible. Please be very careful to list all relevant education, experience, and/or training that should be taken into account for this job. It is recommended that you apply via the online application system. Applicants without Internet access may fax a paper application to (916) or mail to the address below. Faxed or mailed applications will ONLY be accepted on the dates/times indicated on the front of this job bulletin. Faxing or mailing your application does not guarantee that your application will be among those approved. POSTMARKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. Application packets may be obtained by contacting MSS, or the Social Services, Child Support, or HR Department in the county. MERIT SYSTEM SERVICES 241 Lathrop Way, Sacramento, CA Website: mss@cpshr.us Phone: (916) Note: Your application and any additional material become the property of MSS. Please make a copy for your file. This job bulletin will not be available online after the application deadline. Please print a copy for your records. Nothing in this recruitment bulletin constitutes an expressed or implied contract. MSS reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan and/or schedule in accordance with Local Agency Personnel Standards. Bulletin Re-Issue Date: August 25,

6 SUPPLEMENTAL FORM Nurse Case Assistant Siskiyou County Health & Human Services Agency APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 4, 2015 Your responses to this supplemental questionnaire are an integral part of your examination, and will be reviewed and evaluated based on the job requirements. Applicants with the most relevant experience will be invited to the examination. It is important that your responses be as complete and detailed as possible. (If you are completing a paper application and need additional room for your responses, please use 8 ½ X 11 paper and attach to this coversheet.) Name: Date: YOU MUST SUBMIT YOUR RESPONSES TO THIS QUESTIONNAIRE ALONG WITH THE APPLICATION. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL ELIMINATE YOU FROM THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ***FOR APPLICANTS WHO APPLY ONLINE, THE QUESTIONS WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL SECTION OF THE ONLINE APPLICATION.*** 1. As of today, have you graduated from an accredited program of Vocational Nursing in the United States? 2. Do you possess valid certificate of registration as a Licensed Vocational Nurse? 3. Do you possess a valid certificate of training in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation? 4. Have you satisfactorily completed a prescribed course of instruction in intravenous therapy approved by the California State Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners? 6