Registered Nurse - Occupational Safety Division (OSD)

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About the Position

The purpose of this position is to provide medical visits within Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) related to health and safety issues for the Occupational Safety Division (OSD). This position coordinates annual and semi-annual tuberculosis (TB) skin testing; and monitors employee exposure incidents. MCSO is mandated by Arizona Revised Statutes and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) to provide employer based medical services to its employees; assessments, treatments, exposure incident records, reports, and follow-ups.

The consequence for errors is substantial due to the exposure to communicable disease within jail facilities and off-site facilities to employees. Exposure issues must be treated immediately with proper medical representation for MCSO employee(s). Without the assistance of this position many of the employees may become ill, which causes monetary loss to both the County and employee. MCSO may face legal ramifications in the form of lawsuits and fines issued by ADOSH (Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health).

About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office:

Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community? We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency where we come together as a team to support and provide public safety.

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.; Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a valid unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.

Other requirements

• Valid unrestricted RN license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing; applicants must provide license number on resume and a copy of the license at time of interview.
• The following training will be provided on-the-job, with the exception of the Arizona driver's license and current CPR certification:

• FEMA NIMS - IS100 AND 700
• OSHA training
• PREA training
• A valid Arizona driver's license
• Current CPR certification

Our Preferred Candidate has

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing or related health care field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of previous job-related experience.
• OSHA Training, Infection Control Certifications, work in a correction or detention facility or Occupational Health Certifications.

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO:

• Growth and stability since 1871
• Choice of three medical plans - starting as low as $70/month
• Holidays - 10/year + 1 personal day
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)
• 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcomingMCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively
• MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees
• Access to free County gyms
• Learn more at Benefits Overview

Essential Job Tasks

(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned. List in order of importance.)

• Remains present at the work site such as jail facilities and district offices to perform assigned tasks at the times and dates scheduled and/or assigned by supervisor.
• Actively participates in learning and professional activities to keep personal skills current.
• Coordinates and administers the annual and semi-annual TB skin testing program; updates all related computer records.
• Assists and treats staff at the MCSO training facility.
• Conducts testing of a source suspect's and/or inmate's blood as soon as feasible, to determine HIV or HBV infectivity as specified in Code of Federal Regulations and Arizona Revised Statutes.
• Conducts blood draw as it relates to source testing in Arizona Revised Statues (ARS) *13-1210.
• Researches/updates/corrects data in the Jail Management System (JMS) as it relates to source testing reporting.
• When necessary, supervises, trains, and/or advises unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Evaluates and monitors employee exposure incidents; modifies processes where appropriate.
• Applies TB knowledge, infectious diseases expertise, assessment skills, and decision making skills to categorize and report active cases, and suspected cases.
• Ensures follow-up on all cases from report to closure, including follow-up on laboratory tests required, other medical tests required, and laboratory reports.
• Updates and maintains employee medical files and electronic employee management system and databases.
• Administers medications and immunizations as prescribed.
• Manages employee exposures.
• Assists in writing protocol for medical issues as required by OSHA to meet health and safety standards.
• Facilitates implementation of policies and procedures as they relate to each facility or practice site.
• Maintains medication/supplies inventory control while displaying fiscal restraint.
• Manages all components of infection surveillance and control data: data definitions, auditing, verification, reporting, analysis and interpretation.
• Completes in-depth investigations to prevent transmission of infectious diseases.
• Investigates and manages all outbreak management while assisting other agencies.
• Analyzes and tracks occupational illnesses and injuries for preventative purposes.
• Presents data and intervention plans to leadership.
• Educates and trains staff on infection control topics.
• Develops training lesson plans for occupational and safety as required by OSHA.
• Participates in case conferences, quality control activities, record review audits, and training in TB related or emergency/disaster preparedness or event as requested.
• Advises leadership of new information and trends in the industry.
• Facilitates ongoing status reports and annual evaluations of the employee health program.
• Attends quarterly Infection Control meetings.
• Initiates, refers and assists in the maintenance of medical and return to work protocols, medical records and OSHA logs.
• Prepares physical assessments; confers with other medical staff and agencies regarding injuries and illnesses.
• Performs workplace hazards and relationship to employees' health status.
• Develops and maintains an effective evaluation, follow-up, reporting and referral system for all program elements involving occupational safety and health.
• Coordinates medical issues with the return-to-work coordinator.
• Interprets medical diagnosis to employees, supervisors, and managers.

Working Conditions

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages.

Typically for this position, the workday is normal business hours however, because MCSO is a 24/7 operation, and with advance notice, you may be subject to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and rotating days off; you also may be subject to immediate on-call work status and call-outs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Skill in

• Communicating and writing effectively.

Ability to

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Draw blood, administer vaccines and collect other ordered specimens.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.

All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate, up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances.

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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