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LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE I

Salary

$53,450.16 - $68,224.32 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

PH5104B

Department

PUBLIC HEALTH

Opening Date

04/12/2024

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Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER:

PH5104B

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

Open Competitive Job Opportunity

FIRST DATE OF FILING:

Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 8:30 A.M. (PT)

This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

No out of class experience will be accepted.

DEFINITION:

Performs vocational nursing duties in a hospital inpatient care unit.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:

Positions allocable to this class 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 impatient care unit. LVN I's apply such techniques of vocational nursing as giving treatments including those which involve the administration of medications and the use of specialized equipment, and either provide bedside care or assign such tasks to nursing attendants and LVN I's and ensure that these tasks are carried out. Incumbents in these positions apply definitive criteria contained in nursing policies and procedures when making medication, treatment and nursing care decisions, and are continually in a position to interpret manifest indications of patient's condition and report such indications when they fall outside preestablished limits. LVN I's normally work under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician and administer care or procedures for the patient ordered by the physician or contained in a nursing care plan; but they are expected to contribute to the development of the nursing care plan with information and recommendations.

Essential Job Functions

+ Administers medications by injection, orally, and other pre-determined methods with the exception of research drugs as determined by the Medical Department.

+ Checks prescribed dosages against specified limits.

+ Observes and reports adverse reaction to medication.

+ Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates life saving action in emergencies and alerts the nurse-in-charge or physician.

+ Sets up, operates and monitors electronic and/or mechanical equipment such as croupettes, oxygen therapy and suctioning equipment.

+ Monitors the functioning of intravenous apparatus and cardioscopes.

+ Provides bedside care such as maintaining personal hygiene, providing comfort and safety, performing urgent housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment and taking measures to prevent pressure sores and other infirmities endemic to bedridden patients.

+ Measures and records vital signs; records bed care procedures, treatments, indications and nourishment provided and output.

+ Observes and reports on progress of patients.

+ Obtains and provides information on patients at change of shift briefings with nursing personnel and in contacts with doctors.

+ Reports on significant incidents involving nursing personnel, patients and others.

+ Gives eye and ear irrigations and instillations.

+ Cleans, debrides, medicates and applies dressings to wounds, using sterile technique.

+ Observes patients for manifest signs of anxiety stress or indications of change in emotional state or behavior, makes chart notations and informs a registered nurse of problem conditions.

+ Provides emotional support to the patient, displaying empathy and interest in the patient's progress, being aware of and encouraging patient's special aptitudes for the patient's rehabilitation.

+ Interacts in prescribed fashion with psychiatric patients on a one-to-one basis on the ward or while participating in activities off the ward by encouraging socialization and motivating and reassuring patients in a psychiatric setting.

+ Follows the orders of the therapist in structuring discussions to elicit appropriate patient responses and participates in group therapy sessions led by a professional staff member by interacting with patients in ways designed to develop trust and clarification of problems.

+ Teaches isolation technique to patients and visitors.

+ Prevents spread of infection by using correct sterile technique.

+ Lays out appropriate instruments and supplies and assists the physician in performing medical and surgical procedures.

+ In some specialized jobs performs one of the following assignments:

+ Monitors the operation of specialized equipment set up by a physician or nurse-in-charge such as renal dialysis machines, regulating venous and dialysate pressure from verbal instructions, monitoring gauges and alerting the nurse-in-charge when readings and observations of the patient indicate an abnormal condition.

+ Performs specialized procedures such as peritoneal dialysis, adding prescribed medication in the dialysate solution, introducing and draining the solution in accordance with precise procedures, as needed.

+ In a labor and delivery unit, prepares the expectant mother for delivery by shaving and disinfecting the abdominal area.

+ Monitors vital signs and contractions, contacting the physician when these come within a specified range.

+ Sets up and strips down the delivery room before and after delivery, wiping all equipment and mopping the floor with disinfectant.

+ Serves as circulating nurse during normal deliveries, observing for breaks in aseptic technique and assisting the physician outside the sterile field.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.*

LICENSE:

*A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Vocational Nurse, issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, without limitations or restrictions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

3 - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting.

+ A current certification in accordance with American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.**

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Vocational Nursing License. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to [email protected] within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing.

**Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their current/unexpired BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or e-mail the documents to [email protected] within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% .

Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register.

Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:

The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS .

Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly.

VACANCY INFORMATION:

The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:

Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

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Application and Filing Information

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to [email protected] within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission.

Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet theMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED .

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Please note thatALLinformation supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject toVERIFICATIONat any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.

+ Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.

+ FALSIFICATION of any information may result inDISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.

+ Utilizing VERBIAGEfrom Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of dutiesWILL NOTbe sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned asINCOMPLETEand will not be accepted.

+ Comments such as"SEE RESUME" or"SEE APPLICATION"will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected asINCOMPLETE.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information athttps://lacountylibrary.org.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

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 history unless 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.

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, or 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 follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.

Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst

Department Contact Phone: (213) 684-8726

Department Contact E-mail:[email protected]

Exam Number: PH5104B

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone: ( 844) 914-1006

Teletype Phone:(800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations for Applicants:

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance:

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 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 and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is 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 conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility:

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder:

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 athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Revised January 2025

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Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles 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 or rescheduling of an exam component (if applicable).

+ I have read and understand the above information and instructions.

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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.

+ Please be advised that failure to provide the complete and correct information in your application and supplemental questionnaire may result in not accepting 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 notbe 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 understood the above information.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Do you have a current license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians?

A license to practice as a Vocational Nurse is issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Vocational Nurse, issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, without limitations or restrictions.

If YES, you must fill out the Certificates and Licenses section of the application or submit the information [email protected] 15 calendar days of application submission.

If not received within the timeline specified, your application will be considered incomplete and will be rejected.

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Describe in detailyour experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate"Not Applicable."

NOTE:Foreach experienceplease indicate the following information:

+ a)Name and Address of Employer

+ b)Position/Title held

+ c)Date From: (MM/YYYY), Date To: (MM/YYYY) (specifically, when you performed the duties)

+ d)Hours Worked per Week

+ e)Detail your experience (Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.)

You will not receive credit for your response if you have missing requested information.

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Do you have a certification in accordance with American Heart Association's Basic Life Support BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program?

If YES, attach a copy of thecurrent/unexpired BLS certificateto your application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of application submission [email protected].

If not received within the timeline specified, no additional credit will be awarded.

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+ No

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