Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner I*
County of San Bernardino, CA
•$89K — $120K *
San Bernardino, CA 92404 In-Person
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Job Description
Salary : $89,107.20 - $120,494.40 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-14030DBH-02
Department: Department of Behavioral Health
Opening Date: 05/10/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
The Job
Be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents.
Join a team that is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County.
The Department of Behavioral Health is currently accepting applications for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners I* who provide patient care services in mental health outpatient clinics. Incumbents work under established protocols and close supervision of a physician. Duties include obtaining patient health history; performing physical examinations; furnishing medications, including controlled substances; identifying abnormal conditions and developing treatment plans; recording findings, assessments, treatment plans, follow-up examinations, and subsequent evaluations; and managing a patient caseload in consultation with a physician.
*Official Title: Nurse Practitioner I
For more detailed information, refer to the Nurse Practitioner I job description.
The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service, integrity, accountability, and trust.
DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget.
Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health
Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County
The Department of Behavioral Health is also accepting applications for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner II*. It is to your advantage to apply for both levels, as appropriate.
The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the the Department of Behavioral Health.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Investigation: Applicants must pass a background investigation prior to appointment, which includes fingerprinting, medical exam, and credit check (if applicable).
Travel: Travel throughout the County will be required. Employees may be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Licensure/Certification: All required licensure (CA NP and CA RN) and certifications (BLS and DEA Authorization/Registration) must be obtained prior to employment start/hire date, and must be maintained through the duration of employment as a Nurse Practitioner I or Nurse Practitioner II.
Promotion: Nurse Practitioners I serve in a trainee capacity and are eligible for promotion to Nurse Practitioner II upon demonstrating proficiency in a specified area of training and certification and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Incumbents must promote to Nurse Practitioner II ($101,774.40 - $133,473.60 annual salary) within twelve (12) months or be terminated.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet ALL of the requirements below:
License: Must possess and maintain a current Nurse Practitioner license and a current Registered Nurse license. Both must be in good standing and have been issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
National Certification: Must possess and maintain certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Furnishing Number: Must possess and maintain a current furnishing number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Indicate furnishing number in the Licenses and Certificates section of the application.
Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate. A copy of the DEA certificate must be submitted with the application.
Desired Qualifications
Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation.
Nursing experience in a public sector mental health agency is desired.
Selection Process
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation.
Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.
If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at ([redacted]. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit theSpecial Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process.
Nurses Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at ([redacted] or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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California Registered Nurse License: Indicate your California Registered Nurse license number and expiration date.
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California Nurse Practitioner License: Indicate your California Nurse Practitioner license number and expiration date.
03
National Certification: Do you have valid certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)?
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Furnishing Number: Do you have a valid furnishing number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing?
05
Certification: Do you have a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate?
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via Email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email.We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided with your application is current, secure and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant's Acknowledgement - Application Complete:Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
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Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-14030DBH-02
Department: Department of Behavioral Health
Opening Date: 05/10/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
The Job
Be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents.
Join a team that is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County.
The Department of Behavioral Health is currently accepting applications for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners I* who provide patient care services in mental health outpatient clinics. Incumbents work under established protocols and close supervision of a physician. Duties include obtaining patient health history; performing physical examinations; furnishing medications, including controlled substances; identifying abnormal conditions and developing treatment plans; recording findings, assessments, treatment plans, follow-up examinations, and subsequent evaluations; and managing a patient caseload in consultation with a physician.
*Official Title: Nurse Practitioner I
For more detailed information, refer to the Nurse Practitioner I job description.
The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service, integrity, accountability, and trust.
DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget.
Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health
Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County
The Department of Behavioral Health is also accepting applications for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner II*. It is to your advantage to apply for both levels, as appropriate.
The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the the Department of Behavioral Health.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Investigation: Applicants must pass a background investigation prior to appointment, which includes fingerprinting, medical exam, and credit check (if applicable).
Travel: Travel throughout the County will be required. Employees may be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Licensure/Certification: All required licensure (CA NP and CA RN) and certifications (BLS and DEA Authorization/Registration) must be obtained prior to employment start/hire date, and must be maintained through the duration of employment as a Nurse Practitioner I or Nurse Practitioner II.
Promotion: Nurse Practitioners I serve in a trainee capacity and are eligible for promotion to Nurse Practitioner II upon demonstrating proficiency in a specified area of training and certification and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Incumbents must promote to Nurse Practitioner II ($101,774.40 - $133,473.60 annual salary) within twelve (12) months or be terminated.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet ALL of the requirements below:
License: Must possess and maintain a current Nurse Practitioner license and a current Registered Nurse license. Both must be in good standing and have been issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
National Certification: Must possess and maintain certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Furnishing Number: Must possess and maintain a current furnishing number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Indicate furnishing number in the Licenses and Certificates section of the application.
Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate. A copy of the DEA certificate must be submitted with the application.
Desired Qualifications
Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation.
Nursing experience in a public sector mental health agency is desired.
Selection Process
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation.
Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.
If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at ([redacted]. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit theSpecial Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process.
Nurses Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at ([redacted] or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
01
California Registered Nurse License: Indicate your California Registered Nurse license number and expiration date.
02
California Nurse Practitioner License: Indicate your California Nurse Practitioner license number and expiration date.
03
National Certification: Do you have valid certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)?
- Yes, I have valid certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and have attached an electronic copy of the certificate to the application.
- No, I do not have valid certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
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Furnishing Number: Do you have a valid furnishing number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing?
- Yes, I have a valid California furnishing number and listed it in the Licenses and Certificates section of the application.
- No, I do not have a valid California furnishing number.
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Certification: Do you have a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate?
- Yes, I have a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate and have attached an electronic copy of the certificate to the application.
- No, I do not have a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate.
06
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via Email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email.We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided with your application is current, secure and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant's Acknowledgement - Application Complete:Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
- I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
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