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The anticipated salary range for this role is $ to $. This figure includes a 6% premium pay (base= $-$ plus 6%). This represents only a segment of the overall compensation package for this position. Additional financial incentives may be available through differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Moreover, this position may qualify for participation and contributions into the Kern County Employees' Retirement Plan.
Position Overview:
Under general supervision, the role involves delivering patient care as assigned within a hospital setting.
Key Distinctions:
The Vocational Nurse I role is differentiated from the Vocational Nurse II role by the latter's completion of a nursing board-approved course that certifies the individual to initiate peripheral intravenous infusions. Vocational Nurse II positions assigned to Psychiatric or Correctional Nursing require one (1) year of relevant experience in a specific specialty such as inpatient acute psychiatry or correctional medicine, in lieu of the intravenous infusion certification.
Advancements within this series are evaluated on a merit basis upon recommendation from the Department Head and approval by the Director of Personnel.
Core Responsibilities:
Engages in advanced patient care activities utilizing comprehensive knowledge of techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment necessary to support the registered nurse and medical team in patient treatment; demonstrates proficiency in the nursing process; provides general nursing care across various departments; employs mechanical lifts for patient transfers; performs minor dressing changes, cauterizations, deep tracheal suction, tracheotomy care, bathing, colostomy care, and traction care; monitors and records vital signs; observes and documents unusual conditions or behaviors; contributes to the development of nursing care plans; maintains accurate records of patient conditions, medications, and treatments; prepares patients for examinations and treatments; administers prescribed special diets and treatments; dispenses medications if certified; assists staff with dressings; depending on the area of practice or departmental assignments, demonstrates clinical expertise in caring for patients across all age groups, from newborns to geriatric patients over 100 years old.
Additional Duties:
- Performs other job-related responsibilities as required.
Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at the time of hire. As a condition of continued employment, the employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.
Depending on the assignment, incumbents may be required to hold and maintain specific competency certificates as a condition of employment.
Educational Requirements: Completion of a foundational pre-service Vocational Nurse curriculum accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners, or completion of an educational program leading to an Associate or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing. License: Must possess a current valid license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California, or a temporary license, or an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California. Vocational Nurse II must be State certified to initiate intravenous infusions. Probationary employees with a temporary license or interim permit must obtain their California Vocational Nurse license within their 6-month probationary period or face termination.
Physical Demands:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; ability to sit, bend, squat, kneel, and/or twist; ability to push and pull heavy and bulky objects; ability to perform tasks requiring simple grasping and fine finger manipulation; ability to reach and manipulate objects above shoulder height; ability to lift and carry unassisted objects weighing up to 70 lbs. (objects are generally carried distances up to 100 feet); ability to assist with lifting and carrying objects weighing over 100 lbs.; good visual and auditory acuity; ability to work in environments with prolonged exposure to noise, injury, disease, and death.
Depending on the assignment, applicants may be required to undergo an extensive background check and fingerprinting. Felony convictions will disqualify candidates, while misdemeanors and traffic offenses will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
A valid California Class "C" Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.
Knowledge Required:
A variety of techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment utilized in patient care.
Skills Required:
Ability to utilize various techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment in patient care; maintain effective relationships with registered nurses and medical staff; follow instructions accurately; work shifts as necessary; respond competently in emergency situations.
Supplemental Information:
A background check may be required for this classification.
All Kern Medical employees are designated as "Disaster Service Workers". In the event of a disaster or civil disorder, all Kern Medical employees are expected to remain at work or report to work in a safe and practicable manner.
If position responsibilities necessitate driving a personal vehicle, possession of a current valid California Driver's License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased, or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver's License, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information, and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
