Licensed Practical Nurse, Sheriff's Office - Adult Jail

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Licensed Practical Nurse, Sheriff's Office - Adult Jail

Salary

$4,720.94 - $6,326.48 Monthly

Location

Jail, OR

Job Type

Regular, full time, full benefits

Job Number

2023-00014

Department

Sheriff's Office

Opening Date

01/10/2023

Bargaining Unit

DCSO

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Summary

ABOUT THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE:

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.

ABOUT THE COUNTY:

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB

Deschutes County is accepting applications for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office – Adult Jail. This position acts as a member of the Sheriff’s Office medical team and provides basic direct practical nursing care to Adults in Custody (AIC) in the Adult Jail. Incumbent receives procedural instructions for assisting in the delivery of patient healthcare services through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, regarding the scope and approach to medical care to ensure patients’ physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completes health assessments on individuals when admitted to the Adult Jail; evaluate, observe and report physical and mental health conditions.

• Provides assistance to registered nurses or medical providers as needed.

• Preparing accurate written documentation, records of nursing care given and patient progress notes.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Nursing practices and principles as applied to licensed practical nursing.

• Principles and practices of general office administration, file management, record keeping, case management, and records management.

• Clinical processes and procedures including scheduling, paperwork, and assisting other professionals.

Skill in:

• Interview and assess physical information of clients.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

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Compensation

$4,720.94 to $6,326.48 per month for a 173.33 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

BENEFITS:

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $90 per month, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please clickHERE (https://www.deschutes.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/682/2022_deschutes_county_benefits_guide_-_final.pdf) for full benefit details.

This posting has been extended until filled.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program;

• AND one (1) year of related experience;

• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

Possession of State of Oregon license as a Practical Nurse upon date of hire.

Necessary Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must pass a pre-qualifying driving record review and criminal history background.

• A current driver's license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate driver's license number and state of originon their application under the Personal Information section.

• Background Investigation:A successful candidate who receives a conditional job offer will complete a full background investigation and interview.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.

If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/hr/page/veterans-preference-information-and-instructions) for information.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

Employer paid benefit offerings include:

• Life Insurance for employee and dependents

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

• Long-term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement Program through Oregon PERS

• Time Management Leave

Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:

• 125 Flexible Spending Program

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program

• Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance

To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visitwww.deschutes.org/hrand click on Employee Benefits.

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This position requires completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program; AND one (1) year of related experience; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job is required for this position. Do you meet the qualifications as listed above?

• Yes

• No

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  Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications as listed above. Be specific with regard to education and years of experience.

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  This position requires possession of or ability to obtain LPN through the State of Oregon by the date of hire. Please check the box that best describes your current status.

• I possess a current LPN through the State of Oregon.

• I have the ability to obtain my LPN through the State of Oregon by hire date.

• I do not possess or have the ability to obtain my LPN through the State of Oregon by hire date.

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  In order to be considered for a position with the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, candidates must pass a PRE-qualifying driving record review and a criminal history background check. Deschutes County will use the driver's license number from your application to conduct an investigation verifying your background. Results will be used for the purpose of making selection decisions. Information contained in your background check will be reviewed by those persons involved in making decisions on candidate selection or performing the background investigation. You must provide your driver's license number and state of issuance in the Personal Information Section of this application form. FAILURE TO LIST YOUR LICENSE NUMBER AND STATE, or listing incorrect information, will disqualify you for submitting an incomplete application. By checking YES below, I give Deschutes County my consent to perform a pre-qualifying review of my driving record and criminal history background as described above. I understand the information will be used in the selection process for the Deputy position.

• Yes

• No

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Agency

Deschutes County Human Resources

Address

1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201Bend, Oregon, 97703

Phone

(541) 388-6553

Website

https://www.deschutes.org/jobs

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