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Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician
2 months ago
Initial Posting Date:
08/27/2024
Application Deadline:
09/08/2024
Agency:
Department of Corrections
Salary Range:
$5,482 - $6,023
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Portland)
Job Description:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Portland)
Columbia River Correctional Institution - Portland, Oregon
Oregon Department of Corrections
About the Job - Your Role
The Health Services Technician provides clinical, emergency care, and treatment to adults in custody in a correctional institution performing nursing functions under the supervision and written direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
* Providing wound care including post-operative dressings and maintaining aseptic conditions
* Recognizing signs and symptoms as they relate to the disease process
* Conducting nursing procedures including treatments
* Administration of medications, identification of adverse side effects, and appropriate notification of RN or physician
* Using routine equipment such as stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, and oxygen
* Providing first aid and CPR
* Phlebotomy
* Assessing the severity of an emergency using triage format
* Developing a treatment plan for a life-threatening emergency and implementing independently
* Delegating non-nursing duties to unlicensed staff and providing direction to unlicensed staff
* Preparing accurate written documentation, records of nursing care given, and patient progress notes
* Monitoring patient's condition including vital signs, intravenous fluids, and medication needs
* Develop and execute a teaching program on medical issues for inmates, residents, or nonmedical personnel
* Understand and apply statutes and regulations regarding patient rights and confidentiality
* Assist with writing Nursing Policy and Procedures
* Do an EKG and take appropriate referral action
* Respond tactfully with patients who are combative or hostile
* Communicate with patients regarding patient's condition and medical procedures
* Work effectively with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff
* Use proper body mechanics to safely lift and maneuver patients and various medical equipment.
This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of experience in the care and treatment of physically ill or injured patients, including training and/or experience in pharmacy and medical laboratory techniques and procedures.
Special Qualifications
At the time of appointment, possess an Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse certification AND a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Card.
General Experience with
* Hygiene, sanitation, and sterilization procedures
* Microbiology and disease processes
* Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice as defined by personal license
* Nursing practices and procedures
* Medical laboratory procedures
* Fundamentals of pharmacology, anatomy, physiology, and nutrition
* Health related resources in order to research and develop educational programs articles and resource documents
In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties off all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview.
Working Conditions
* Requires working independently with little or no supervision.
* Requires contact with adults in custody, who may become violent, in a prison setting.
* Requires mandatory double shifts occasionally.
* Requires walking or standing for long periods.
* Requires climbing stairs.
* May require limited exertion resulting from patient care.
* Are exposed to chemicals, radiation, communicable diseases, or other hazards inherent in a health care and correctional setting.
* May require occasional local or in-state travel for training or meetings.
About the Department
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior.
The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.
Benefits
The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:
* Family health, vision, and dental insurance
* Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
* 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
* Optional short and long-term disability
* Term life insurance
* Fully paid retirement program
* Oregon Saving Growth Plan
* Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
* And more
About the Process - What to Expect
* After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
* Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
* The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
* Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
* Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
* A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
* A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team
Requirements for Employment
The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.
Additional Information - Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional tasks to complete.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility. Please note - if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application.
Questions
If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.
Recruiter: Kelli Ketchum, Kelli.L.Ketchum@doc.oregon.gov
Reference Number: Req-164260
* Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.
* Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours.
* ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
* This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
* This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.
