Qualification Requirements:

13+ week assignment

1.Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count toward the required experience. Clinical competencies must be current.

2.Specialty Services: In addition to the above requirements, Temporary/Relief RN’s that are requested to work in a specialized area such as Specialty Services, Emergency Department, Inpatient Care and Obstetrics shall also have at least one (1) year of experience within the last three (3) years providing patient care within that setting and possess any required certificates. Clinical competencies must becurrent and provided to the Institution/Facility prior to the Temporary/Relief RN’s being assigned.

3.Temporary/Relief RN’s providing services to the CDCR must be proficient in the English language andbe able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief RN’s must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief RN who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services.

Service Delivery Requirements

Under the direction of the Institution's CEO/CNE or designee, Temporary/Relief RN’s shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for Registered Nurse in accordance with Institution/Facility policies and procedures. Duties/Responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to:

• Plan and implement nursing care including the administration of medication, therapeutic agents, treatments and disease prevention, orders by the physician, and obtain specimens for diagnostic testing;


• Participate as a member of the Inter-disciplinary team in developing multi-disciplinary treatment efforts; assist physicians with medical or minor surgical procedures, and prepare records and other reports;


• Provide observation, ongoing patient/youth assessments, and therapeutic intervention consistent with the patient/youth physical and psychological status; evaluate effectiveness of patient/youth treatment regimens and record progress;


• Document all nursing activities in medical records, including an initial nursing assessment, treatment interventions, and patient/youth education; and


• Ensure a safe therapeutic environment for the patient/youth and staff; maintain order; and supervise the conduct of patient/youth.

Hours Needed:

• Hospital (5:45A-6:15P and 5:45P-6:15A),


• Mental Health (5:45A-6:15P and 5:45P-6:15A),


• Operating Room (6:30A-3P),


• Urgent Care (5:45P-6:15A)