CLINIC LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE I/LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE I Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/jobs/newprint/4665506) Apply  CLINIC LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE I/LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE I Salary $53,450.16 - $68,224.32 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Full time Job Number YELVN4 Department HEALTH SERVICES Opening Date 10/30/2024 + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information When to Apply This opportunity is open to everyone. Applicants from all backgrounds and organizations are welcome to apply. We are looking for the best talent to join our team. Application Opening October 31, 2024, at 9:00 A.M. (PT) - Continuous Application Deadline We will continue accepting applications until we determine it is no longer necessary. We may close the application filing window without prior notice. Why Join the LA County Department of Health Services? The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is more than just a healthcare provider – we’re a cornerstone of our community’s health. As the second largest municipal health system in the nation, DHS operates an integrated network of 25 health centers and four hospitals, alongside an expanded network of community partner clinics. Every year, we deliver compassionate, life-saving care to over 600,000 unique patients across LA County. With more than 23,000 dedicated staff members and an annual budget exceeding $6.9 billion, DHS is dedicated to transforming healthcare and creating lasting change in our community. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax and rejuvenate as you reach your fullest personal and professional potential.Click here (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/) to see a list of employee benefits. Ready to make a meaningful difference? DHS is seeking dedicated Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurses (CLVNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to join our team. Whether you’re working in community clinics or hospitals, this is your opportunity to grow your career while serving diverse communities across LA County. Essential Job Functions What You’ll Be Doing Clinic LVN Is and LVN Is provide specified direct care to assigned adult or pediatric inpatients in a medical, surgical, obstetrical, psychiatric, admitting or rehabilitation ward, or intensive care, or other specialized inpatient care unit. As a Clinic LVN I & LVN I, you’ll be an essential part of our care team. As aClinic LVN I, your day-to-day will include: + Reviewing patients' records to determine the purpose of the visit and whether or not patients' chart, x-rays or lab test results are ready or must be located for the physician. + Setting up the area to be used by the physician by obtaining and arranging the required supplies, equipment and instruments and the patients' charts, x-ray, and lab test results. + Observing patients to determine condition and need for immediate referral to physician. + Preparing the patient for examination and treatment by the physician by transferring, positioning and draping the patient and cleansing areas of the patients' body, and handing instruments to the physician during treatments and procedures. + Administering medications and immunizations orally and by intramuscular and subcutaneous injections in accordance with the physicians' orders. As aLVN I: + Administering medications by injection, orally, and other pre-determined methods with the exception of research drugs as determined by the Medical Department. + Checking prescribed dosages against specified limits. + Observing and reporting adverse reactions to medication. + Recognizing the need for emergency care; initiating life-saving action in emergencies and alerting the nurse-in-charge or physician. + Setting up, operating, and monitoring electronic and/or mechanical equipment, such as croupettes, oxygen therapy, and suctioning equipment. + Measuring and recording vital signs; recording bed care procedures, treatments, indications, and nourishment provided and output. Requirements What You Need to Apply To be considered for this exciting opportunity,at the time of hire, you’ll need to have acurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationfrom the American Heart Association andone of the following: + AVocational Nurse licenseissued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, OR + AVocational Nurse licenseissued by a U.S. State Government Board of Vocational Nursing. Still working on your license? No worries! You can still apply and may even receive a contingent job offer while completing the process. Throughout the process, we’ll confirm that you either have your license or are actively pursuing it. Physical Demands This role requires moderate physical activity, including standing or walking for extended periods, as well as bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching. You may work on irregular surfaces, occasionally lift objects over 25 pounds, and frequently lift 10-25 pounds. You will be required to undergo a general medical examination for this position. How to Apply Ready to join us?Applications must be submitted online only. Click "Apply" above and submit your application by the last day of filing.Information may be verified at any stage, even after a contingent offer. Falsifying any details can lead to disqualification. How to Submit Your Documents If you already have your BLS certification and license, simply upload them with your application or email them directly to Bryan Reza at breza@dhs.lacounty.gov. Additional Information Assessment Process We’re committed to helping you succeed! The exam process includes a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment that is weighted100%and will determine your total score on the eligible list. The assessment will evaluate the following key competencies: + Graduate Potential + Responsibility + Teamwork + Maintaining Good Working Relationships + Analyzing Information + Learning Quickly + Generating Ideas + Time Management + Quality Standards + Adapting to Change + Coping with Criticism and Setbacks + Striving to Achieve You’ll need to score 70% or higher to be placed on the eligible list. You may take the assessment only once every 30 days, and as per Civil Service Rule 7.19, the results are not reviewable. After you apply, we’ll send you instructions on how to complete the assessment. If you've recently taken identical test components for other exams, your responses may automatically transfer and your responses on this assessment may be used for future job postings as well. Need help preparing?Explore study guides and practice tests onLA County's Job Search Toolkit (https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/) . Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Alternatively, you may also visithttps://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ (https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/%20) for additional resources. Eligibility Information We process applications as we receive them. If you pass the assessment, we will place you on a list for six (6) months. The hiring managers within DHS will use this list to fill vacancies as they become available. Note: We may use an alternative banding method in line with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D). Available Shifts You may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on operational needs. Important Information + Fair Hiring Practices:As a Fair Chance employer, the County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. + Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:LA County proudly supports anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion by promoting fairness and equity in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. + Social Security Number (SSN):Include your SSN for record control, as required by federal law. + Computer Access:Don’t have access to a computer? Public libraries in LA County provide computer access. Visit: lacountylibrary.org. + Keep Your Login Secure:Always use your own User ID and password to avoid issues with your application. Sharing login info may result in lost applications. + For any questions about the position or assistance with the application process, please reach out to Bryan Reza atbreza@dhs.lacounty.gov. Bryan is here to guide you every step of the way. + Teletype Phone:(800) 735-2929 + California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 + For Accommodation requests, please contact our Accommodation Coordinator, via (323) 914-6365 + Please reference Exam Number:YELVN4 in all communications during the application process. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1.Completing Your Application: a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2.Requirements on Job Posting: a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3.Application Deadline: All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. 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Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information is available at:http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812\_PPG123.pdfandhttp://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105\_PPG\_123\_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105\_PPG\_123\_ACE\_Resource\_Guide.pdf) Background Check: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/. Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with court ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the websitewww.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act(Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) and other applicable laws prohibit employment discrimination based on an applicant's protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, childbirth, and other characteristics. COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated February 2024 For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/) 01 The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY.Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will NOT be considered as a response.All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal. + I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS. 02 Many important notifications including test invitation and results notices will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add breza@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration, re-scheduling, or extension of appeal rights period. + I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS. 03 At the time of hire, will you possess a current, active license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric TechniciansORa current, active license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States? + Yes, I already possess a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse. + Yes, I am in the process of obtaining a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse and will receive my license in the next 6 months. + Yes, I will begin the process of obtaining a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse. + No, I do not currently possess an active license, nor do I intend on possessing a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse. 04 If you indicatedYESto the previous questions, please specify the following: • If youalready possess a licenseto practice as a Vocational Nurse, please provide the license number in the box below. Additionally, please upload a legible copy to your application and indicate "License uploaded to application" in the box below. Alternatively, you can email it to breza@dhs.lacounty.gov and indicate "Emailed to breza@dhs.lacounty.gov" in the box below. Note: If you have a license from a different State, it will need to be converted to the State of California before you can be placed on the eligible register. • If you arein the process or will begin the processof obtaining a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse, please provide the date or estimated date of obtaining the license in the box below. If you indicatedNOto the previous question, please type "N/A" in the box below. 05 At the time of hire, will you possess a current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association? + Yes, I already possess the certification. + Yes, I am in the process of obtaining the certification and will receive my certification in the next 6 months. + Yes, I will begin the process of obtaining the certification. + No, I do not currently possess, nor do I intend on possessing the certification. 06 If you indicatedYESto the previous questions, please specify the following: • If youalready possess the certification, please upload a legible copy to your application and indicate "Certification uploaded to application" in the box below. Alternatively, you can email it to breza@dhs.lacounty.gov and indicate "Emailed to breza@dhs.lacounty.gov" in the box below. • If you arein the process or will begin the processof obtaining the certification, please provide the date or estimated date of obtaining the certification in the box below. If you indicatedNOto the previous questions, please type "N/A" in the box below. Required Question Agency County of Los Angeles Address ****************** Los Angeles, California, 90010 Website http://hr.lacounty.gov Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email