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Registered Nurse I - Juvenile ServicesAnnual Salary:$ 52,520- $68,348(Salary range will increase accordingly with the 07/01/2018 COLA)Deadline to Apply: Until Further NoticePOSITION INFORMATION:Under general supervision of an Advanced Practitioner of Nursing, provides routine nursing care in a detention facility; and performs related work as required. This is an Open Competitive / Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a full time vacancy in the Department of Juvenile Services effective July 1, 2018. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification athttps://www.washoecounty.us/humanresources/jobspecs.phpMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing, plus one year of full-time experience as a Registered Nurse; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:* A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.* A current CPR certification.* A current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse is required at the time of application.IDEAL CANDIDATE:Can exhibit understanding of their role of returning materials to the shelf as the first point of access to the customer.The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse who enjoys working with an at-risk adolescent population in a clinic-type setting. Job skills will include physical assessments, triage, medication administration, laboratory testing, and lots of patient education. This person must be comfortable both making independent nursing assessments and working as part of a supportive team to provide on-going case management.We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills who can educate juveniles and parents and work in a professional manner with both co-workers and other medical specialists. Additionally, this person will be a good role-model that can provide kind therapeutic care while still demonstrating appropriate boundaries and limit-setting for juveniles 10-18 years old. The ideal candidate will have an up-to-date knowledge of standard medical interventions common for the adolescent population. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:To be eligible, top candidates will be required to undergo an in-depth, thorough, extensive and,detailed background investigation:* Must pass a background investigation.* Must be willing to submit a set of fingerprints.* Must complete and submit a personal history statement.* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule. * Must submit to a TB test at own expense upon offer of employment.* Background checks will be conducted on selected applicants through the State of Nevada and the Federal Bureau of investigation (FBI), NCIC/CJIS and the Division of Child and Family Services.* The Registered Nurse I position is not covered by a collective bargaining unit.HOW TO APPLY: 1.Visit our Job Listing page https://jobs.washoecounty.us2.After verifying you meet the minimum qualifications, select the job you want and; click “Apply Online” on the right side of the screen.3.If you have not applied with us before, click “Create an Account.” Be sure to write down your User ID and Password and keep them for your records to use for all future applications.4.Once you have applied, your application will remain in our system and you can simply click “Log On” and use your same User ID and Password to apply for other positions. You will be able to make any necessary updates to your application as long as the recruitment is open— (recruitment documents are not available after the recruitment closes).5.Fill out the application, submit, and read “What Happens Next” below to find out more about your exam and next step.WHAT HAPPENS NEXT:1.After your application is screened, you will be notified via the email you provided whether or not you have met the minimum requirements for the position. Those applicants who do not meet the qualifications have five (5) working days to file an appeal, and request a review of their qualifications.2.If you have met the minimum requirements, your application will be forwarded to the Department of Juvenile Services who will contact you to schedule an interview. If you have any questions regarding the Online Application Process you can find additional information at the following link: https://www.washoecounty.us/humanresources/faq/online/appprocess.php VETERAN POINT:Eligible veterans who were honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces shall receive one (1) bonus point upon passing Open Competitive examinations only. In order to be given a bonus point, applicants must attach proof of Honorable Discharge (DD-214 with Classification of Discharge) to the Online Application at time of submission.BENEFITS: * NV PERS Retirement - Washoe County pays 100% of the PERS contribution for each permanent employee.* Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance - Washoe County contributes 100% of premiums for employees and 50% for dependents. New employees will be automatically enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account. Employees become eligible for health benefits after 90 days of employment.Benefits Link - Click Here* Vacation Accrual* Sick Leave* 11 Paid Holidays* Longevity Pay* There are no Social Security deductions (although a 1.45% deduction for Medicare is required)QUESTIONS?Contact Julie Paholke, the Recruiting Analyst, at 775-328-6383 or jpaholke@washoecounty.us HR Front Desk phone: 775-328-2081 fax: 775-328-6119For additional information and to apply for the position, visit https://www.washoecounty.us/humanresources/jobopportunities.php