HEALTH SERVICES SPECIALIST (SAFETY)

Health Services Specialist (Safety) NOD/Program

• Swing Department of State Hospitals

JC-518448

• Health Services Specialist (Safety) NOD/Program
• Swing

HEALTH SERVICES SPECIALIST

(SAFETY) $10,484.00

• $12,497.

00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

5/29/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Health Services Specialist (Safety) will be directed by the Nurse Administrator/ Assistant Nurse Administrator in Central Nursing Services at the Department of State Hospitals

• Atascadero (ASH).

The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: Assures that there is completed, relevant Admission nursing assessment, from which Nursing interventions and input is provided into the Treatment Care Planning process. Oversees the medication administration process to assure compliance with hospital policy and procedure, including certification of licensed nursing staff to administer medications. Monitors that correct nursing care procedures are in effect and are being carried out by all nursing staff. Assures the audits required by nursing service and the Program Management are completed and summarized monthly and quarterly. Assures all Programs nursing care staff are adequately trained in all aspects of nursing documentation. Sufficient computer skills to write reports, input data and extract data for necessary reports to monitor the quality of nursing services. Coordinates responses to life threatening medical emergency situations. Responds and participates in emergency behavioral/medical situations. Assures that nursing staff are trained, and Public Health procedures are ca rried out by staff as required to protect patients and staff from infection and disease. Monitors and evaluates nursing care and documentation. Visits each unit in the Program at least daily. Monitors restrained and/or secluded patients daily. Assist staff in assessing and authorizing Restraints and Seclusion, giving first aid and CPR following infection control procedures as needed. Applies and demonstrates knowledge of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and correct methods in Therapeutic Strategies and Interventions (TSI), that include patient containment, heavy lifting, applying restraints, and responding to emergency situations throughout the hospital. Assures that documentation and Nursing Interventions for current treatment care plans are in place. Serves as a resource and consultant to all hospital personnel.

Eligibility:

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications. If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Click here to take the Health Services Specialist (Safety) Examination Click on the link to complete the

Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey:

DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

HEALTH SERVICES SPECIALIST

(SAFETY) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-518448

Position #(s): 455-244-9699-014

Working Title:

Health Services Specialist (Safety) NOD/Program

• Swing

Classification:

HEALTH SERVICES SPECIALIST

(SAFETY) $10,484.00

• $12,497.

00 T New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Luis Obispo County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term

• Full Time

Facility:

DSH

• Atascadero Department Information The Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks.

We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website:

http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a(n) California Registered Nurse License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it.

Please note:

foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

5/29/2026