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Registered Nurse - Juvenile (Part-Time)

Salary

$32.74 - $45.85 Hourly

Location

Juvenile Court Services 902 N Adams Street Spokane WA 99260, WA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

24-00087

Department

Juvenile

Opening Date

04/01/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill a 50% RN position for 20 hours with pro-rated benefits.

This position performs professional nursing work within the Spokane Juvenile Corrections. The position allocated to this class, under the supervision of the designated physician and the Juvenile Court Services Director, or designee, is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising and administering the medical care program at the Juvenile Detention Center.

NOTES:

• HOURS WORKED ARE TYPICALLY SET HOURS, BUT MAY INCLUDE EVENINGS, WEEKENDS, AND DAYS.

• SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR RN LICENSE WITH YOUR APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS NOT CONTAINING LICENSE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Examples of Duties

• Holds sick call and examines patients to determine their need for medical care.

• Assists the Licensed Medical Provider with physical examinations involving techniques such as: setting and casting fractures, suturing, and minor surgery, removal of warts, lancing of boils, or the removal of damaged fingernails and toenails.

• Prepares, carries out, evaluates and revises treatment plans for individual patients based on personal observations and recommendations of the Licensed Medical Provider.

• Treats minor ailments, under the direction of the Licensed Medical Provider, such as headaches, stomachaches, colds, influenza, cuts and scratches; performs eye and ear irrigations; applies surgical dressings and bandages; and gives first aid.

• Records and administers or oversees the administration of medications such as tranquilizers, anti-seizure medications, immunizations, vitamins, antibiotics in several ways such as; topically, orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously and intravenously as directed by a Licensed Medical Provider; and ensures that patient and medication records are properly posted and maintained.

• Observes and records the physical and mental condition of patients noting physical and/or behavioral changes and the effects of drugs.

• Takes and records blood pressure, pulse rate and body temperature of patients; and evaluates physical and mental conditions of patients to determine whether they require the attention of a Licensed Medical Provider.

• Takes samples of blood, urine, sputum, feces, gastric contents, gynecological cultures for laboratory tests; instructs patients on giving sputum, urine, and other specimens; and prepares slides.

• Cares for and counsels ill, injured or infirm patients; provides for the safety, comfort and protection of patients; responds to patients’ needs, encourages healthy mental attitudes and new behavior patterns.

• Sterilizes medical supplies, establishes security measures to prevent loss or theft of drugs and supplies; requisitions supplies; and delivers and distributes supplies.

• Trains Juvenile Correction Officers on medical protocols.

• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree from an accredited school of professional nursing.

• One (1) year of professional nursing experience.

• Possession of a First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.

• Possession of a current and valid Washington State License to practice as a registered nurse.

• NOTE: Requires successful completion of security check.

Selection Factors

• Knowledge of professional nursing principles and concepts.

• Knowledge of dynamics of interpersonal relationships.

• Knowledge of mental growth and development.

• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing techniques and theories and techniques involved in nursing the mentally ill.

• Knowledge of mental health concepts and available community resources.

• Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with nursing staff, physicians, departments, supervisors and inmate population.

• Ability to use nursing judgement and knowledge.

• Ability to work effectively with others or independently, and assume responsibility for professional growth and development.

SPOKANE COUNTY

Employee Benefits Summary

The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.

PAID TIME OFF

Spokane County Observed Holidays

Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.

PTO

Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.

Vacation

For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).

Sick Leave

Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.

Other Leaves

Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Medical Insurance

Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).

2023 Rates:

Premera

Employee Only: $38.04 per month

Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month

Employee & Family: $209.60 per month

Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month

Kaiser:

Employee: $35.92 per month

Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month

Employee & Family: $196.06 per month

Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month

Dental Insurance

Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.

2023 Rates:

Delta Dental Willamette Dental

Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month

Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month

Group Life Insurance

The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.

Long Term Disability Coverage

Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.

RETIREMENT

Retirement Plan (401a)

Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.

Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)

Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

AFLAC

Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.

Travel Assistance

Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)

Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.

WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS

Employee Assistance Program

Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.

Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program

Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.

Wellness Programs

There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.

Discounts

There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.

01

Select the answer(s) best describing your qualifications.

• Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience

• A Bachelor's Degree involving major study in nursing

• Neither of the above

  02

  Do you have a valid Washington State License to practice as a Registered Nurse?

• Yes

• No

  03

  PLEASE NOTE: THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS EXCEPT JUVENILE COURT SERVICES EMPLOYEES. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE IF ALL QUESTIONS ARE NOT ANSWERED.

  04

  Have you ever committed any offense involving the physical, sexual abuse or mistreatment of a child under age 18?

• Yes

• No

  05

  Are you currently subject to a pending gross misdemeanor or felony criminal charge; (this includes individuals awaiting trial or sentencing; determination on appeal or who are under sentencing conditions)?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Have you ever committed any gross misdemeanor or felony convictions for sexual offenses, physical assaults, domestic violence, harassment, intimidation, violent felonies, or offenses involving the use of a weapon?

• Yes

• No

  07

  Have you ever been convicted of any of the following Violent or Felony Sex Offenses? Check all that apply.

• Arson 1 or 2

• Assault 1 or 2

• Assault of a Child 1 or 2

• Burglary 1

• Child Molestation 1 or 2 or 3

• Communication with a minor for immoral purposes

• Custodial Sexual Misconduct 1 or 2

• Dealing in Depictions of Minor engage in Sexually explicit Material

• Drive-By Shooting

• Extortion 1

• Failure to register as a Sex Offender (if original crime was a felony sex offense or sexual misconduct with a minor 2 or a non-felony sex offense)

• Homicide by Abuse

• Incest 1 or 2

• Indecent Liberties

• Kidnapping 1 or 2

• Manslaughter 1 or 2

• Murder 1 or 2

• Patronizing Juvenile Prostitute

• Rape 1 or 2 or 3

• Rape of a Child 1 or 2 or 3

• Robbery 1 or 2

• Sending, Bringing into State depictions of Minor Engaged in Sexual Explicit Conduct

• Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

• Sexually Violating Human Remains

• Vehicular Assault

• Vehicular Homicide while under the influence of drugs or alcohol or by the operation of a vehicle in a reckless manner

• Voyeurism

• None apply

  08

  Have you ever been subject or committed to any of the following (this includes awaiting trial or sentencing, determination on appeal or under sentencing conditions)? Check all that apply.

• Any class A felony

• Any felony

• Any attempt to commit a class A felony, criminal solicitation of or criminal conspiracy to commit a class A felony

• Any conviction for a felony offense in effect at any time prior to July 1, 1976, that is comparable to a felony classified as a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030

• Any federal or out-of-state conviction for an offense that under the laws of this state would be a felony classified as a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030

• Any felony with a judge's finding of sexual motivation

• Any felony that is an attempt to commit, criminal solicitation of, or criminal conspiracy to commit a sex offense

• Any federal or out-of-state conviction for an offense that under the laws of this state would be a felony classified as a sex offense

• None apply

  09

  Have you ever been found in any dependency action under RCW 13.34.030(2)(b) to have sexually assaulted, exploited, or physically abused any minor?

• Yes

• No

  10

  If answer is yes to the above question, in which state? Date of such findings?

  11

  Have you ever been found by a court in a domestic relations proceedings under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused, exploited, or physically abused any minor?

• Yes

• No

  12

  If answer is yes to the above question, in which state? Date of such findings?

  13

  Have you ever been found in any disciplinary board final decision to have sexually abused, exploited, or physically abused any minor?

• Yes

• No

  14

  If answer is yes to the above question, in which state? Date of such findings?

  15

  Have you ever been convicted of any offense involving the possession, sale, manufacture and/or distribution of controlled substances or other regulated drugs (including attempts at such offenses)?

• Yes

• No

  16

  Have you ever possessed or experimented with the following? (Possession is defined as: Controlling, holding, touching, selling, trafficking, or transporting any illegal substance) Check all that apply.

• Steroids

• Hashish

• Methamphetamines "Speed"

• Cocaine

• Crack

• Heroin

• Amphetamines "Uppers"

• Pain Killers (Other than prescribed)

• LSD "Acid"

• PCP "Angel Dust"

• Barbiturates "Downers"

• Valium (Other than prescribed)

• Hallucinogens / Mushrooms

• "Designer" Type Drugs

• Opiate, Morphine, Opium

• Ecstasy (MDMA)

• GHB (Fantasy, Liquid X, Liquid E, Juice)

• Other Person's Prescriptions

• None apply

  17

  Note the First and Last time (Mo/Yr) you possessed or experimented with the drug checked above or write "does not apply" if you did not check any of the above.

  18

  Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor? (includes traffic citations)

• Yes

• No

  19

  If you checked yes to the above question, indicate the citation and dates.

  20

  Have you ever committed a crime that did not result in an arrest or conviction?

• Yes

• No

  21

  If yes to the above question, describe circumstances.

  22

  Have you ever been in the presence of others when they were involved in any illegal activities even though you did not participate?

• Yes

• No

  23

  If yes to the above question, describe circumstances.

  24

  Have you ever committed a misdemeanor involving harm or threat to persons or property, i.e., assault, fighting, or vandalism, etc?

• Yes

• No

  25

  If yes to above question, describe circumstances.

  26

  Have you been convicted of, knowingly committed, or participated in illegal sexual activity?

• Yes

• No

  27

  If yes to the above question, describe circumstances.

  28

  Do you have or have you ever had substantiated referrals for child abuse and neglect to the Department of Social and Health Services/ Division of Children and Family Services in Washington state or in any other state's social services agency?

• Yes

• No

  29

  Have you been a party in a Juvenile Court proceeding in any state where findings were made of abandonment, abuse or neglect, or inability to parent a child and/or has had parental rights terminated?

• Yes

• No

  30

  Do you have or ever had a child who has been under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court for a dependency action?

• Yes

• No

  31

  While employed, were you terminated for cause, terminated during the probationary period, or did you resign not in good standing?

• Yes

• No

  32

  As an employee, have you ever done anything for which you could be fired?

• Yes

• No

  33

  Have you quit, or been asked to leave from two or more jobs in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  34

  Have you received written warnings from past employers for absenteeism or tardiness more than three times in the past five years?

• Yes

• No

  35

  Have you missed any days of work due to use of alcohol or marijuana in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  36

  Have you been accused of sexual harassment at any time or involved in any way in a sexual harassment case (PREA 115.317)?

• Yes

• No

  37

  Would any problem result if your present employer was contacted during the course of a background investigation?

• Yes

• No

  38

  Have you ever been involved in a physical altercation with a family member?

• Yes

• No

  39

  If yes to the above question, describe circumstances.

  40

  Have you ever used, possessed, manufactured, sold, offered to sell, distributed, or transported for sale any illegal drugs/narcotics other than marijuana in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  41

  Have you used illegal drugs on the job in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  42

  Have you made misrepresentations or misstatements of facts in the application or during these supplemental questions as to any information sought by the Juvenile Court to assess suitability for employment?

• Yes

• No

  43

  Have you falsified or left out significant information on any application?

• Yes

• No

  44

  Have you failed to disclose any information which the Juvenile Court management will need to determine your suitability as a prospective Juvenile Court employee?

• Yes

• No

  45

  If yes to the above question, please describe.

  Required Question

Agency

Spokane County

Address

824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260

Phone

509-477-5750

Website

http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment