Job Description

Under general supervision, provides nursing care to patients and clients in assigned Unit/Clinic. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Provides nursing care to patients within an assigned hospital Unit, Clinic, or any SFDPH setting that requires Registered Nursing care;
• Observes and reports symptoms and conditions of patients;
• Takes and records vital signs or other diagnostics including temperatures, respiration and pulse;
• Reports unusual occurrences and unusual results of treatments;
• Sets up treatment trays, prepares instruments and other equipment;
• Implements medical and nursing care plans;
• Directs and supervises the patient care provided by nursing personnel;
• Maintains standard unit or clinic activities;
• Assists in administering highly specialized therapy;
• Maintains records reflecting patients' condition, medication, treatment and reactions;
• Follows regulations, policies, and procedures for nursing care;
• May direct the work of auxiliary sub-professional personnel in performing various tasks in assisting with the care and comfort of patients and the cleanliness and sanitation of ward, hospital beds, and appurtenant equipment; AND
• Performs other related duties as assigned/required.

PATIENT/CLIENT POPULATION: Various depending on Clinic/Unit.

Qualifications

LICENSE: Possession of a valid permanent/temporary (including interim permit) California Registered Nurse License issued by the CALIFORNIA BOARD OF REGISTERED NURSING. As of October 14, 2016, in order to place you at the appropriate salary step, your application must contain verifiable RN employment history for up to 21 years. A resume cannot substitute the requirement to fully complete your employment application.

INFORMATION REGARDING SALARY PLACEMENT

CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT / PROVISION: Possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association is required as a provision to employment for all positions. Candidates who do not possess such a certification may participate in this examination process and be appointed to a position(s), but will be required to obtain the certificate within two (2) weeks of hire date and maintain validity throughout length of employment. A photocopy of the valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate must be provided to the appropriate supervisor of the appointment within the allotted time frame. Failure to demonstrate/show proof of possession of valid certification within two (2) weeks of hire date and throughout length of employment may result in dismissal and/or termination of employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE (MQSQ) (WEIGHT: QUALIFYING): Candidates will be required to submit an MQSQ at any point in the application or departmental selection process.  APPLICANTS MUST ALSO COMPLETE THE PRELIMINARY QUESTIONS.  This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's areas of experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications for this position. Applicants must also complete the official application. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT APPLICANTS PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION IN IDENTIFYING THEIR EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications and what areas of experience the applicant possesses.  Please provide proof of your licenses, certifications, and Senior Preceptorships, if applicable.

Additional Information

APPLICATION DEADLINE -  CONTINUOUS

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

TERMS OF ANNOUNCEMENT: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by the posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website.

The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 111A.35.1. The standard for the review of such appeals is ‘abuse of discretion’ or ‘no rational basis’ for establishing the position description, the minimum qualifications and/or the certification rule. Appeals must include a written statement of the item(s) being contested and the specific reason(s) why the cited item(s) constitute(s) abuse of discretion by the Human Resources Director. Appeals must be submitted directly to the Executive Officer of the Civil Service Commission within five business days of the announcement issuance date.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact Tara Stevens by email at TARA.STEVENS@SFDPH.ORG.

ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORD (EHR) The Department of Public Health (DPH) is implementing a unified Electronic Health Record (EHR) system and DPH employees must demonstrate competency in the use of the system that is appropriate for their classification as a condition of employment.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) Some positions in the Department of Public Health will require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to gloves, gowns, eye and face protection, and face-fitting respirators. The requirement for the use of PPE may come on short or no notice. Facial hair or any condition that interferes with a face-fitting respirator’s seal (i.e., weakens the seal between the respirator and the wearer’s bare skin) is not permitted when face-fitting respirators are worn, including during initial or periodic respirator fit-testing. Employees who choose not to shave and do not have either American Disabilities Act (ADA) or Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Accommodations do not have the right to alternate work assignments or the option of using a loose-fitting Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) in place of a Face Fitting Respirator

STATEMENT ON EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION: At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all. DIVERSITY STATEMENT

MEDICAL EXAMINATION/DRUG TESTING: Prior to appointment, at the Department's expense, applicants may be required to take a tuberculosis (TB) screening test, a medical examination and/or drug test. MEDICAL EXAMINATION INFORMATION 

NOTE ON ICARE:  Willingness to uphold/abide by ZSFG’s ICARE (I-Introduce, C-Connect, A-Ask, R-Respond, E-Exit) philosophy for employee and patient interactions

INFORMATION ABOUT THE HIRING PROCESS CONVICTION HISTORY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OVERVIEW EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DISASTER SERVICE WORKER ADA ACCOMMODATIONS VETERAN'S PREFERENCE SENIORITY CREDIT IN PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS RIGHT TO WORK COPIES OF APPLICATION DOCUMENTS DIVERSITY STATEMENT

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.  For details on how it is applicable to your employment, please click here.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.