Supervising Registered Nurse

Job Description and Duties The permanent/full time Supervising Registered Nurse (Safety) will be directed by the Coordinator of Nursing Services (Nurse Administrator) in Central Nursing Services at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: Schedule nursing staff in NOD to meet standards of coverage. Review staff overtime and use of unscheduled time off, audits for patterns and trends and provides recommendations for improvement and/or initiates corrective action. Evaluate training needs, schedule necessary training through the CNS Training Coordinator, prepare annual training plan in cooperation with the CNS training coordinator and the Training Department. Monitor and maintain compliance with JCAHO, Licensure and OSHA standards including policy and procedure development. Ensure competency and compliance with nursing policies and procedures, hospital administrative directives, Joint Commission and licensure requirements; ensures audit systems are in place for procedures including restraint/seclusion, security inspections, communication log, and monitors these on a regular basis for compliance. Review Emergency Drills, Fire Drills, SIR's and associated reports. Adjust regular schedule in order to provide leadership and supervision in NOD periodically and during critical situations or whenever directed by the Nurse Administrator. Take an active role in implementing operations to meet departmental and hospital EEO standards. Assure performance standards are met, as required by hospital policy and relevant State law, through the annual performance evaluation process. Evaluating and monitoring the quality of care provided; observing and intervening in patient behavior that may injure people, damage property or signal impending escape attempts, applies and demonstrates knowledge of and correct methods in the Therapeutic Strategies and Interventions (TSI). Responds and participates in emergency behavioral/medical situations. Assist staff in assessing and authorizing Restraints and Seclusion, giving first aid and CPR, and following infection control procedures as needed. In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you must satisfy one of the following requirements: 1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at Supervising Registered Nurse Exam, OR 2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR 3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of the legal requirements to practice as a professional Registered Nurse in California. (Applicants who are in the process of securing approval of their qualifications by the California Board of Registered Nurses will be admitted to the examination, but must possess all legal requirements as determined by that Board before they will be considered eligible for appointment.) AND Either I Experience: One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a nursing classification comparable in level of responsibility to a Registered Nurse, Range B. Or II Experience: Two years of professional nursing experience in a facility licensed for inpatient care. (Possession of a Master's Degree in Nursing may be substituted for one year of the required experience.) (Candidates who are within six months of completing the experience requirements will be admitted to the examination, but they must complete all requirements before they will be considered eligible for appointment.) If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant's name may be removed from the eligibility list. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. SUPERVISING REGISTERED NURSE (SAFETY) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code : JC-427651 Position (s): -006 Working Title: Supervising Registered Nurse (Safety) - CNS/NOD Classification: SUPERVISING REGISTERED NURSE (SAFETY) $10,438.00 - $13,071.00 T of Positions: 1 Work Location: San Luis Obispo County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: DSH - Atascadero Department Information The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce. Department Website: Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. You MUST provide your RN License Number on your application AND only applicants who have a Registered Nurse license free and clear of disciplinary action will be offered an interview. If using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you MUST provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Please note foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 5/15/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at . When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of State Hospitals Attn: DSH - Atascadero Employment Office PO Box 7005 Atascadero, CA Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of State Hospitals DSH - Atascadero Employment Office 10333 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA 93422 Building :00 AM - 04:30 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at . All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Other - You MUST provide your RN License Number on your application AND only applicants who have a Registered Nurse license free and clear of disciplinary action will be offered an interview. Other - If using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview . click apply for full job details