Detention Licensed Practical Nurse to Establish an Eligibility List (Grade 13)

Nature of Work

Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or a physician; assists with health assessments, screenings, and prisoners care plans; assists with communicable diseases and reports their existence to the appropriate health authorities; participates in the development and modification of prisoners care plans; provides medications, immunizations, and treatments as prescribed by a physician; provides daily nursing, first aid, and emergency medical care and treatment; collects prisoners’ history, medical records and prescription data; prepares, documents, files and maintains paper/electronic health records/charts relating to diagnosis, treatment and progress; administers Hepatitis shots, TB tests, blood samples and processes specimens to the laboratory; orders and maintains medication and medical equipment; coordinates medical services with other health providers; provides health-related education and counseling, as needed; maintains a clean, safe, and secure work environment; participates in cost containment measures; maintains appropriate security and confidentiality of medical records and other sensitive information encountered in the performance of his/her duties.

Experience and Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and a valid unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing (or issued by another state recognized by the Arizona Board of Nursing as a multi-compact license state)
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; nurse program graduates or out-of-state transfers must obtain their licensure by the Arizona State Board of Nursing within two (2) months of being hired; failure to obtain or maintained required licensure shall be grounds for separation.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in a Corrections/Detention Center.

Special Requirements

• Required to successfully complete a background check, polygraph, and drug test prior to appointment;
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; Federal, and state laws pertaining to health care; Sheriff’s Office detention facility policy and procedures; general nursing principles and practices; health sciences including health maintenance, promotion and prevention; principles of health education and counseling; medical instruments and laboratory equipment; community assessment and resources; required detention and security training.
• Skill in: Applying nursing principles; monitoring and evaluating prisoner’s progress; community principles of health education; exercising initiative and judgment in selecting proper nursing intervention; responding appropriately to emergency situations; drawing blood and collect other ordered specimens; preparing complete and accurate reports and records; dealing impartially with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds; operating computerized technology and job-related software applications.
• Ability to: Read, learn, understand, apply and follow rules, regulations, instructions and medical practices and procedures; provide effective nursing services and patient care and in the use of medical equipment utilized; handle and recognize unusual medical, physical or mental conditions of inmates; react quickly and effectively to emergency situations; write reports, complete forms, accurate documentation, and compile statistics; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, employees, other agencies and the public, including law enforcement and physicians; follow written and verbal instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without reasonable accommodation; exercise initiative and independent judgement.

Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Work is performed in a secure detention facility (correctional institution) and in a general office environment; direct inmate contact; work a variety of scheduled shifts, irregular hours, and/or on-call status, as necessary; may work non-standard hours, to include shift work, holidays, and weekends; wear protective gear, as required; exposure to body fluids, communicable diseases, and unpleasant odors; walk, stand and sit for a period of time; frequent standing, walking, lifting, pushing/pulling, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, and climbing stairs; visual and muscular dexterity to operate: computer equipment, telephone, and two-way radio maintaining constant vigilance to the surrounding area; utilized two-way radio to hear and respond to: radio communications, voice instructions, and/or commands; random urinalysis testing; annual TB skin testing.

Medical Coverage Category

• The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ).
• The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.
• Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible.
• Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.
• Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible.
• Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account.
• If employees select Employee only and participate in the “Wellness Incentive” employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.
• International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance.

Retirement Eligibility

If you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.