Institutional (LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse I​/II

Do you have a passion for nursing and desire to make a meaningful impact?

The County of Colusa is looking for compassionate and skilled Institutional Licensed Vocational Nurses I/II to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to provide quality nursing care within the Colusa County Jail while also supporting the California Home Visiting Program (CHVP), providing nursing and case management services to at‑risk families in their homes.

This is a full-time position with a 37.5 workweek. The tentative schedule consists of 12.5 hour day shifts, either Monday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Friday. All schedules include Wednesday shifts at the correctional facility. Work schedules may be adjusted to meet the department's operational needs and may occasionally include varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays to cover absences by other staff.

There is one (1) position available that can be filled at any level, depending on the qualifications of the successful applicants. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies and establish an eligibility list to fill other openings without reposting.

In this role, the employee delivers hands‑on nursing care to support the physical and well‑being of patients and inmates, with the primary work location being the Colusa County Jail. Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring vital signs, treating wounds, responding to medical emergencies, and coordinating care with healthcare providers. The position also involves maintaining accurate medical records, assisting with admissions and discharges, and helping ensure a safe and clean environment.

At the II level, the employee may work more independently, exercise greater judgment in patient care, and provide guidance or lead support to other nursing staff.

In addition to supporting Jail Health operations, this position provides nursing and case management support for the California Home Visiting Program (CHVP), working with families in their homes to promote healthy child development and effective parenting skills.

The Institutional LVN also serves as supplemental nursing coverage for Jail Health operations, helping ensure continuity of care and operational flexibility.

Department of Health & Human Services is dedicated to improving the health, safety, and well‑being of our community through a wide range of programs, from public health to supportive care. Licensed Vocational Nurses help ensure safe, healthy outcomes while contributing to the department’s mission of serving all Colusa County residents.

• Deliver WOW Through Service to Others & Our Community
• Embrace and Drive Change
• Be Adventurous, Creative, Open‑Minded
• Pursue Growth and Learning
• Build Open and Honest Relationships with Communication
• Foster a Positive Team and Family Spirit
• Be Passionate and Determined
• Be Humble and Kind

• A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve.
• A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into.
• A job with WORK‑LIFE BALANCE
• Competitive salary commensurate with education & experience
• A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members)– As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life.
• Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you– Unless you choose a premium health care plan.
• Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff.
• 457 Deferred Compensation.
• PAID vacation, PAID holidays (15), and PAID leave if you get sick.
• Vacation Parity– Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, the military, and similar entities. To learn more about vacation parity, please see our benefit summary.

Receives general supervision from the Institutional Supervising Registered Nurse or other designated supervisory nursing or management staff.

May provide functional or lead direction to assigned staff.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the…