Licensed Practical Nurse Health Services Technician Wilsonville multiple positions
Licensed Practical Nurse Health Services Technician Wilsonville multiple positions
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$ 6126 - 6418
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Initial Posting Date:
04/01/2025Application Deadline:
04/30/2025Agency:
Department of CorrectionsSalary Range:
$6126 $6418Position Type:
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Licensed Practical Nurse Health Services Technician (Wilsonville) multiple positionsJob Description:
Licensed Practical Nurse Health Services Technician (Wilsonville) multiple positions
Coffee Creek Correctional Facility Wilsonville Oregon
Oregon Department of Corrections
About the Job Your Role
The Health Services Technician provides clinical emergency care and treatment to inmates in a correctional institution performing nursing functions under the supervision and written direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Providing wound care including postoperative dressings and maintaining aseptic conditions
Recognizing signs and symptoms as they relate to the disease process
Conducting nursing procedures including treatments
Administration of medications identification of adverse side effects and appropriate notification of RN or physician
Using routine equipment such as stethoscopes blood pressure cuffs and oxygen
Providing first aid and CPR
Phlebotomy
Assessing the severity of an emergency using triage format
Developing a treatment plan for a lifethreatening emergency and implementing independently
Delegating nonnursing duties to unlicensed staff and providing direction to unlicensed staff
Preparing accurate written documentation records of nursing care given and patient progress notes
Monitoring patients condition including vital signs intravenous fluids and medication needs
Develop and execute a teaching program on medical issues for inmates residents or nonmedical personnel
Understand and apply statutes and regulations regarding patient rights and confidentiality
Assist with writing Nursing Policy and Procedures
Do an EKG and take appropriate referral action
Respond tactfully with patients who are combative or hostile
Communicate with patients regarding patients condition and medical procedures
Work effectively with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff
Use proper body mechanics to safely lift and maneuver patients and various medical equipment.
This position is represented by American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Two 2 years of experience in the care and treatment of physically ill or injured patients including training and/or experience in pharmacy and medical laboratory techniques and procedures.
Special Qualifications
At the time of appointment possess an Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse certification AND a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Card.
General Knowledge
Hygiene sanitation and sterilization procedures;
Microbiology and disease processes;
Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice as defined by personal license;
Nursing practices and procedures;
Medical laboratory procedures;
Fundamentals of pharmacology anatomy physiology and nutrition;
Health related resources in order to research and develop educational programs articles and resource documents.
Required
A valid drivers license.
Application Information
- In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
- The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
- Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit a skills assessment a writing sample or other assessment as part of the application screening process.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
Working Conditions
Requires working independently with little or no supervision.
Requires contact with adults in custody who may become violent in a prison setting.
Requires mandatory double shifts occasionally.
Requires walking or standing for long periods.
Requires climbing stairs.
May require limited exertion resulting from patient care.
Are exposed to chemicals radiation communicable diseases or other hazards inherent in a health care and correctional setting.
May require occasional local or instate travel for training or meetings.
About the Department
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities promote accountability and transform lives.
The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety trust and belonging. We strive to be an antiracist corrections system. Welcoming inclusive and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination harassment and retaliation.
The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff volunteers and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.
Benefits
The salary range listed above is for nonPERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95.
The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package which includes:
Vacation sick leave and 11 paid holidays
21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
Optional short and longterm disability
Term life insurance
Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
About the Process What to Expect
After the application deadline a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
Final candidates will have a background check PREA check and reference checks.
A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations and welcome to the team!
Requirements for Employment
The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprintbased background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you please contact the recruiter for more information.
Additional Information Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional tasks to complete.
Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity equity inclusion and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance efficiency and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997. PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring promoting or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in been convicted of or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.
Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility. Please note if you are a veteran you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application.
Questions
If you have questions about the position selection process or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.
Recruiter: Kelli Ketchum
Reference Number: Req153932
Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.
Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings and the system may be down for several hours.
ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire applicants will be required to complete an I9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
