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County of Tehama
Licensed Vocational Nurse I/II
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$66,078 / year median in California
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you. Click here to learn more about the Tehama County Health Services Agency! Click here to learn more about Tehama County! SALARY (A-E Steps) Licensed Vocational Nurse I $25.60
Unger@tchsa.net All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test (including marijuana) and physical examination provided by the County.
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Position Description:
Performs routine client care, vocational nursing care and/or rehabilitative treatment services to clients in outpatient, the Crisis Intervention Clinic (CIC), community and correctional settings. May provide leadership to assigned staff. Performs related duties as assigned. About theDepartment:
Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients. Provides effective client care and vocational nursing duties and, as required, monitors and charts vital signs changes dressings administers medications and treatments as ordered by physicians notifies supervisor and/or physicians of any changes in client conditions Collects various specimens and cultures performs blood glucose tests fills out nursing observation sheets and reports May perform duties as treatment nurse, including assessing, cleansing and dressing wounds, skin tears, abrasions, lesions, etc., and implementing appropriate treatments Maintains client charts and prepares comprehensive, accurate and timely documentation of all medications and treatments administered implements oral and written orders received from physiciansBilingual Candidates :
Translate, interpret and otherwise communicate with members of the Spanish speaking community. Click the job title below to view the full classification specification: Licensed Vocational Nurse I | Licensed Vocational Nurse II Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade. Completion of formal education leading to licensure/certification. Licensed Vocational Nurse II- two (2) years of LVN experience required.
License & Special Requirements :
A valid California driver's license Certification of registration as a Licensed Vocational Nurse issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians Must complete periodic continuing education coursework as required to maintain active licensure Must possess, or be willing to obtain, national provider identifier (NPI); requires CPR certification Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough law enforcement background investigationBilingual Candidates:
Must pass a Merit Systems Services written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test (or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify. The department is currently recruiting for multiple vacancies. In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Licensed Vocational Nurse I/II or Licensed Vocational Nurse I/II- Bilingual, as well as subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Testing Dates :
June 8-10, 2026. Testing will be provided via email.Tentative Interview Dates:
1st- Friday, June 12, 2026 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. 2nd
- Friday, June 19, 2026 from 11:00am to 12:00pm.
- Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees to obtain a
COVID-19
vaccination, although it is highly recommended. Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step. For questions about this recruitment contact: Emily Unger | 530-527-8491 x3830 | Emily.Unger@tchsa.net All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test (including marijuana) and physical examination provided by the County.