Sheriff's Detentions Nurse-Temporary-23454808T Job at County of San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA

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  • County of San Diego, CA
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

Salary: $93,080.00 - $132,600.00 Annually

Location : County of San Diego, CA

Job Type: Temporary - Full Time

Job Number: 23454808T

Department: Sheriff

Opening Date: 08/22/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary

Future Salary Increases

Employees in this job class are scheduled to receive future Across-the-Board increases and Market Increases:

** July 2024 - 2.9% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 0.15% Market Increase)

In addition to base salary, Sheriff's Detention Nurses may qualify for the following:

5% for working as a Unit Charge Nurse
$1.50/hour Night Shift Differential
$2.50/hour Graveyard Shift Differential
10% premium for institutional work location

The County of San Diego Sheriff's Department is seeking

TEMPORARY Sheriff's Detentions (Jail) Nurse (RN)

Temporary Sheriff's Detentions (Jail) Nurse (RN) positions will be assigned

a 40-hour-per-week schedule that may include weekends.


Temporary assignments can last up to 12 months.

Certified Temporary employees have the option to enroll in medical coverage.

Click for more information.

We welcome new graduate nurses!

For more detailed information on this position, please watch the video below.
Sheriff's Detentions Nurse is an entry/journey level professional registered nurse class allocated only to the Sheriff's Department. Incumbents independently perform the full scope of medical and mental health nursing functions within the department. Incumbents must operate under established procedures and protocols, Standardized Nursing Procedures, and within the legal scope of practice as described by applicable state laws, department rules, regulations and policies. This class provides routine and emergency nursing services to inmates of detention facilities operated by the Sheriff's Department. HIRING PROCESS AND TIMELINE: The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.


  • Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
  • Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
  • Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Education/ or Experience:
  1. A valid California Registered Nurse License is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Failure to maintain such license will be cause for dismissal; AND;
  2. A current CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) card is required by the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Failure to maintain certification may be cause for dismissal.
Click for a complete job description. Blind Applicant Screening Information: The Department of Human Resources will remove personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age, and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.


Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Condition of Employment: As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Working Conditions:
  • The work environment is in a locked detention facility with all inmate encounters done in the presence of a deputy.
  • Incumbents may be exposed to communicable diseases
  • Incumbents may be exposed to inmates with psychiatric illnesses and whose behaviors are unpredictable
  • Incumbents may be subject to inmate patients withdrawing from illegal substances who may be verbal abusive
  • Incumbents may be subject to work rotating shifts (Morning, Mid-day, and Night), holidays, and weekends.
Background Qualifications:
  • Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
  • Felony convictions will be disqualified
  • Misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending on the type, number, severity, and recency.
  • Prior to appointment, candidates WILL be subject to a thorough background investigation which may include a psychological, polygraph, or other examination or test.
Evaluation Process:
Qualified applicants will be placed on a 12-month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the employment and supplemental applications.

All required documents must be submitted immediately with your application in order to determine your eligibility to compete. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Accommodation:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.


The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a that will create a County that works for all.

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as d isaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county , city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge, and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!

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01


Before completing the Supplemental Questionnaire, read the job summary and requirements. If you do NOT meet these requirements please do NOT apply, your application will not be accepted. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. Your responses may be used to determine your overall score. Please note that if you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Do you understand this information?
  • Yes
  • No

02


Do you possess a current CPR/AED card? If you respond "Yes", you must immediately provide a copy of your CPR/AED card.
  • Yes
  • No

03


If you answered "Yes" to question #2, please enter in the space provided the expiration date of your CPR/AED card.

04


Do you possess a current California RN License?
  • Yes
  • No

05


If you responded "Yes" to question #4, please enter your license # and expiration date in the space provided.

06


Are you willing to work in a locked detention facility, providing nursing care to inmates? Note: If you respond "No", your application will be rejected.
  • Yes
  • No

07


Are you willing to undergo a background investigation and a truth verification exam? Note: If you respond "No" your application will be rejected.
  • Yes
  • No

08


Please indicate which areas of clinical specialty as a registered nurse you have work experience in. Check all that apply.
  • Correctional
  • Psychiatric
  • Geriatric
  • Intensive Care
  • Cardiac Care
  • Emergency
  • Surgery
  • Pediatrics
  • Outpatient
  • Private Care
  • None

09


In the space provided below, please describe your registered nursing experience. Please be sure to specify (a) the types of patients cared for, (b) the areas of clinical specialty that you indicated in question #8, and (c) the duration of the experience in years or months. If not applicable, please enter "None".

10


Are you a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP)?
  • Yes
  • No

11


If you answered, "Yes" to question #10, please provide your certification number and expiration date in the space provided. If "No", please enter "None".

12


In the space provided below, please indicate any additional coursework and/or training you have successfully completed related to supervision and/or nursing administration. If not applicable, please enter "None".

13


How did you first hear about this job opportunity?
  • County of San Diego website
  • Government Jobs.com
  • Internet Job Posting
  • College Job Board
  • Military Job Board
  • Family, Friends, or Neighbors
  • San Diego County Employee Resource Group
  • Careers in Government
  • Job Fair
  • Indeed
  • Voice & Viewpoint
  • Other

14


If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below.

15


Which of the following work arrangements would you consider? Please note that not all job classifications and/or Departments offer teleworking work arrangements. Check all that apply:
  • In Office
  • Teleworking
  • Hybrid (combination of teleworking and in office)

Required Question

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Felony friendly, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift,

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