RN Per Diem - Communicable Disease Section*

Job Description:

RN Per Diem - Communicable Disease Section*

Description

The Job

The Department of Public Health (DPH), Communicable Disease Section is recruiting for Registered Nurses - Per Diem* who will provide support to the Healthcare Associated Infections and Infection Prevention (HAIIP) Program and the Wellness on Wheels (WOW) Project. Registered Nurses provide expertise and consultation in prevention health, disease investigation, and reporting. Under the HAIIP Program, Registered Nurses will conduct site assessments at healthcare facilities throughout the county, collaborate with the facilities' Infection Preventionists, communicate with State Advisors, and provide recommendations/consultation and education to improve infection control practices within skilled nursing/long-term care facilities. Under the WOW Project, Registered Nurses will work in a mobile clinic throughout the county conducting STI/HIV testing, risk assessment with at-risk individuals, specimen collection, and treatment administration in the field. Additionally, Registered Nurses will assist with formulating standard practices, conducting staff training and evaluations to ensure compliance with infection control and with STI/HIV testing guidelines, work with other healthcare professionals, maintain detailed records, assist in emergency response efforts during outbreaks, and provide coverage for Public Health Clinic Nurses when needed. Registered Nurses will report to the Supervising Public Health Nurse.

Official Job Title: Registered Nurse II Clinic - Per Diem
For more detailed information, refer to the Registered Nurse II Clinic - Per Diem job description.

DEPARMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SECTION

The Communicable Disease Section (CDS) performs disease surveillance, implements infection control measures, and provides education designed to reduce or manage the rate of infectious diseases that are consistent with California law. CDS provides a wide range of personalized services working directly with San Bernardino County residents who have communicable disease conditions and referring them to health care providers. CDS also works with schools and health care providers to boost immunization coverage for all ages.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Appointment/Per Diem: Positions are in the Unclassified Service and serve at the discretion of the appointing authority. Per Diem positions participate in the County's PST Deferred Compensation Plan and do not earn any other benefits.

Per Diem: Per Diem Nurses are not Regular Positions within the County, and there should be no expectation of continued employment or guaranteed hours. Working as a Per Diem Nurse does not preclude you from applying and competing for Regular nursing positions within the County. (Refer to the San Bernardino County website for current open recruitments.)

Shift Availability: Positions require working various shifts; therefore, candidates must indicate availability for all shifts to be considered. Rotating weekend and holiday coverage may be required.

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening.

Travel/Driver License: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following licensure/certificatio n requirements:

Licensure/Certification: Applicants must possess and maintain both of the following items:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN)
• Valid Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate (Course Completion Card) issued by the American Heart Association.

Experience: Six (6) months of full-time equivalent experience performing duties as a licensed RN.

Desired Qualifications

If you possess a Master's degree in Nursing and experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records programs we strongly encourage you to apply!

Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation.

Selection Process

Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring department for consideration. It is to your advantage to provide complete and relevant information on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Per Diem Nurses Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on your bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and the number of hours you work.

A summary of benefits* for this bargaining unit is listed below. You may refer to the appropriate MOU, or visit the Benefits site for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

HOLIDAY: Employees in regular positions are entitled to ten (10) paid recognized holidays and are paid twice the base hourly rate for hours worked.

DIFFERENTIALS: The County offers differential pay in the following areas: Unit differential; Charge nurse assignment differential; Medical support weekend differential; Mobile intensive care nurse certification differential; preceptor pay; shift differential and certification pay. For detailed information on differential pay, please refer to the appropriate Memorandum of Understanding.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees are eligible to participate in the County’s 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement Plan that permits employees to defer a certain portion of their pre-tax salary, within certain Internal Revenue Service (IRS) limits, to an account maintained by an investment service provider. Participating employees postpone paying taxes on the deferred portion of their income.

COMMUTER SERVICES: This program assists employees in finding solutions to driving alone by assisting in forming Vanpools, providing information on carpools, Rideshare matching, and public transportation options. The County offers incentives for employees participating in Ridesharing activities.

Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$111,883.20 - $123,552.00 Annually