Position Information

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.

Salary:
Level I: $1,657.64 - $1,981.03, paid bi-weekly
Level II: $1,657.64 - $1,981.03, paid bi-weekly

EXAMINATIONS:

Appraisal (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of evaluating the applicant's training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the position. Appraisal can be based on any of the following: investigation, oral examination and/or review of application.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Should an oral examination be necessary, the oral examination will be weighted at 100%.

Minimum Qualifications/ Employment Standards:
Option I - General Nursing

• Education: Completion of a basic pre-service Vocational Nurse curriculum accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician examiners. OR Completion of an educational program leading to an Associate degree or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
• License: Possession of a current valid license as a Vocational Nurse as issued by the State of California. OR Possession of a temporary license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California. OR Possession of an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California.

• Education: Completion of a basic pre-service Vocational Nurse curriculum accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician examiners. OR Completion of an educational program leading to an Associate degree or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
• License: Possession of a temporary license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California. OR Possession of an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California.
  

• Education: Completion of a basic pre-service Vocational Nurse curriculum accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician examiners. OR Completion of an educational program leading to an Associate degree or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
• License: Possession of a current valid license as a Vocational Nurse as issued by the State of California. OR Possession of a temporary license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California. OR Possession of an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California.
  

Vocational Nurse II is required to be certified by Kern Medical Center to give medication.

One (1) year of experience in a correctional health care specialty may be substituted for intravenous infusion certification at the Vocational Nurse II level.

Probationary employees possessing a temporary license or an interim permit must acquire their California Vocational Nurse license during their 6-month probationary period or fail probation.

Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or fax to (661) 868-3928.

Full Job Description For: Vocational Nurse Level I
Full Job Description For: Vocational Nurse Level II

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We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Additional Information

Bilingual (English/Spanish) applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline. Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College.

Access the following website for information about where to obtain a qualifying certificate: https://www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/cte/bilingual-testing. Employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

Background investigation is required of candidates who wish to be considered for Correctional Medicine assignments. Felony convictions are disqualifying, and some misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Health Insurance: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).

Retirement Program: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.

Deferred Compensation: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.

Social Security Administration:
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:

• The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
• The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare

Employee Assistance Program: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!

Voluntary Benefits: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)