Immediately Need Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Wilsonville) in Wilsonville, OR
Posted 2025-03-14Job title: Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Wilsonville)
Company: State of Oregon
Job description: Initial Posting Date: 09/28/2023
Application Deadline: 10/08/2023
Agency: Department of Corrections
Salary Range: $4,499 - $5,655
Position Type: Employee
Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Wilsonville)
Job Description:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Wilsonville)
Coffee Creek Correctional Facility ? Wilsonville, Oregon
The Oregon Department of Corrections has an opening for Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician at our Health Services Division located within Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and could be used to fill future vacancies.
The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) seeks to employ career-oriented candidates and offers employment opportunities in a wide variety of challenging occupations. ODOC?s mission is to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior.
This position is represented by American Federations 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.
Position Overview
The Health Services Technician provides clinical, emergency care, and treatment to adults in custody (AIC) in a correctional institution performing nursing functions under the supervision and written direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Providing wound care including post-operative 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 life-threatening emergency and implementing independently
Delegating non-nursing duties to unlicensed staff and providing direction to unlicensed staff
Preparing accurate written documentation, records of nursing care given, and patient progress notes
Monitoring patient's condition including vital signs, intravenous fluids, and medication needs
Develop and execute a teaching program on medical issues for adults in custody, 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 patient's 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.
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 driver's license.
How to
Follow the ?? link above to fill out the online application. Only completed applications received by the post-closing date will be considered. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to an interview.
In the Job History section of your online application clearly describe your experience as it relates to the minimum and special qualifications, requested skills, and/or desired attributes.
Be sure to demonstrate you have obtained any skills requested or required through education, work experience, or by showing you have transferable skills (i.e., skills obtained through military education or experience) that substantially relate to this position.
Failure to provide this information in your Job History section of your application shall result in the elimination of your application from further consideration. A resume will not substitute for completing the work experience section of your application.
Working Conditions
requires working independently with little or no supervision
must have the ability to work any or all seven days of the week, including but not limited to, Saturdays or Sundays or both; and work any shift of the day, including, but not limited to, swing, graveyard, or day
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 in-state travel for training or meetings
Requirements for Employment
You must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following convictions are likely to result in being disqualified for this position: felony convictions, computer theft, identify theft and fraud. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer.
The Selection Process ? We expect to
Initial review of minimum qualifications, knowledge, and skills.
Consideration of top candidates - Recruitment will review and refer the top candidates to the hiring manager.
There will be interviews and/or testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
Background check and reference checks - All finalists must pass a thorough a criminal record check and reference check.
Benefits
The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range. The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes family health and dental insurance, optional short and long-term disability and term life insurance ? all of which can be tailored to individual needs. Also provided are fully paid retirement program, modest life insurance policy, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Additional Information:
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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)
ODOC is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape 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. For more information regarding PREA please visit: .
Veterans? Preference
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans? preference. . Please note ? if you checked you are a veteran, you will be asked to upload your documents later in the application process, after you have applied.
Questions
If you have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter, and reference Req-138674.
The fine print:
Warning The system will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process ? you cannot save your progress and come back to it later.
Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours. Please plan accordingly.
This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies.
We may also use other factors to help us decide who will move forward, such as your related work experience, education, and overall professionalism of your application materials.
Do not attach extra documents. We will only review documents requested in the posting.
ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
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.
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.
Expected salary: $4499 - 5655 per month
Location: Wilsonville, OR