Nursing Jobs in San Carlos, CA
$172,354 - $230,698 / year
Company Description The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. Application Opening – February 13, 2026 Application Deadline – Continuous Salary : $172,354 - $230,698 Annually Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service Recruitment ID: CCT-2830-H00192 San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of multiple divisions - the San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. START with this ⚠️ REQUIRED ASSESSMENT ✅ at: https://forms.gle/3bi8YGLeXxKt9wDm8 Then , submit an online application SHIFTS: Varied. Days, evening, nights, weekends and/or holiday shifts may be required, depending on position. Location: Varied by program area and location. As of April 25, 2024, in order to place you at the appropriate salary step, please include your complete and verifiable registered nursing employment history (up to 21 years) on our application. The information that you provide on the application will be used to determine your salary step. For additional information please see paragraph 414 of the collective bargaining agreement. To see a copy of the 1021 MOU click here . Job Description GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, the 2830 Public Health Nurse performs professional nursing duties. Essential duties include but are not limited to all or some of the following: Renders public health nursing services in the field of maternal, child and adult health; conducts home visits for birthing and postpartum people and families; interprets treatment plans and assists clients in understanding; provides health education related to nutritional needs, hygiene and safety measures; guides clients after delivery regarding postpartum and newborn care and explains how to access emergency medical assistance; assesses the health, safety, and development of newborn infants and supports clients within infant care. Renders direct nursing services to vulnerable populations including children, adults, and older adults with disabilities, special health care needs, clients with chronic illness, mental health, and/or substance use disorder; assists priority populations with access to medical care as needed; links/refers cases to appropriate human services, community, and safety net resources; maintains supervision of cases and keeps appropriate records of nursing and other services rendered. Renders nursing services and care in connection with the control of infections and non-infectious diseases; interviews cases and those suspected of active infections in their homes, in the assigned district or at the district health center; interprets medical advice in regard to care and treatment and instructs patients how to assist themselves. Applies concepts of community organization and collective impact strategies when working with communities to meet their health needs. May utilize community engagement and quality improvement strategies to improve health outcomes for clients and communities. Performs case finding in a variety of settings, maintains nursing documentation in the health record, and makes such information available to medical and administrative staff as needed. Provides coordination and facilitation of community health and public health nursing services to assigned clients in accordance with program guidelines. Ensure follow up assessment and linkage to services from programs. Conducts comprehensive health, psychosocial, educational, and environmental assessments/screenings in the home, within and outside San Francisco City and County. Provides care coordination of complex medical and health needs of these population including accessing and coordinating services identified in the individualized service plan. Prepares and maintains individual client records in individual charts; uses required forms for referrals, consents, and narrative and statistical records; prepares various statistical information and reports related to client outcomes. Assists with health promotion/risk reduction intervention and provides health education, screening, advocacy, and counseling for clients of all ages, including children and adolescents from marginalized populations. Utilizes harm reduction principles in education and interventions. Utilizes a race equity framework and lens to address health and racial inequities in populations served by the Department of Public Health. Please note that incumbents in this classification may be required to perform duties as listed in the class specification, which can be found on DHR’s website: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/ Qualifications Minimum Qualifications (Required) LICENSE : Possession of a valid permanent/temporary California license as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; AND CERTIFICATE: Possession of a valid Public Health Nurse Certificate issued by the California State Department of Health; AND EXPERIENCE : One (1) year (equivalent to 2,000 hours*) of verifiable experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute hospital, primary care facility, home health agency, and/or public health agency within the last five (5) years; AND LICENSE* : Possession of a valid current California Driver’s License issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. (Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required at the time of appointment.) Please provide proof of your licenses and certifications by uploading them to your application. Note on Experience : One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Special conditions associated with the position(s) to be filled may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this classification. Examples of possible special conditions include Pediatrics Experience and Bilingual Proficiency. Positions with bilingual special conditions can only be filed by eligible candidates who pass the bilingual proficiency assessment. Applicants should indicate the language(s) in which they claim proficiency and must clearly indicate work experience in the application. Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education or experience verification is required, information on how to verify education and experience requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/ . Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. *Applicants without a valid California Driver License may apply and participate in the selection process but will have to obtain the license prior to appointment. Additional Information After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following. Training and Experience Evaluation: (Weight: 100%) The Training and Evaluation is designed to measure the knowledge, skills, and abilities in job related areas which may include but not be limited to: Knowledge of: Modern nursing techniques and principles of public health nursing; community resources available to persons in need of health services; epidemiological principles; public health concepts; case management; socio-behavioral concepts; effects of illness on individuals and on home environmental conditions; mechanical, chemical and biological effects of substances on the health of individuals, families, and communities. Ability to: Work with the general public; plan, organize and execute public health nursing routines on own initiative and responsibility; apply time management practices; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and prepare and maintain related professional and technical reports and case histories. Candidates will be required to respond to the training and experience evaluation must submit the completed questionnaire as directed to have it evaluated. Responses cannot be changed once submitted. Candidates will be evaluated based on their responses. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the training and experience evaluation to continue in the selection process and will be placed on the confidential eligible list in rank order according to their final score. Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions. Certification The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be the Rule of List. Eligible List/Score Report : A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list shall be made available for public inspection, upon request, once the eligible list is exhausted or expired and referrals resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission. Candidate names will remain on the list for a maximum period of 12 months . Candidates that are not selected and expire off the list may re-apply. To find Departments which use this classification, please see the city’s Position Counts by Job Codes and Departments. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/ .] The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4. Such appeals must be submitted in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements, applications and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website at https://sf.gov/departments/civil-service-commission Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: Information About the Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Worker ADA Accommodation Veterans Preference Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement Where to Apply All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Please visit https://careers.sf.gov/ to begin your application process. Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account. Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall , 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110. Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from [email protected] that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. Your application will be active for the duration of the eligible period listed above. You do not need to reapply during this period. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Diane Zhou at [email protected] or (628) 271- 6703. We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law. 
$213,486 - $307,996 / year
Company Description The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. Application Opening : Friday, September 26, 2025 Application Deadline : continuous Salary : $213,486 - $307,996 annually Appointment Type : Permanent Civil Service Recruitment ID : CCT-2328-H00175 San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of multiple divisions - the San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. START with this ⚠️ REQUIRED EXAM ✅ https://forms.gle/ED1WJYbFJjtHoiui6 Then, submit an online application. Note : If you previously applied to a SFDPH Nurse Practitioner position before 9/26/25 , you need to apply again to be added to this new eligible list. Job Description Under general nursing and medical direction, utilizing standardized procedures, the Nurse Practitioner functions within an organized system for the delivery of health care in association with other members of the multidisciplinary health care team and performs specialized nurse practitioner duties in clinical settings. The essential functions include, but are not limited to: Provides routine preventative and continuity of care to adult and/or pediatric patients; this may include complete history and physical examinations. Orders diagnostic tests, which may include laboratory tests, X-rays and other imaging, E.K.G.’s, and other disease or condition specific diagnostic tests. Identifies and manages patients with unstable chronic diseases appropriate to clinical specialty. Provides urgent care to acutely ill patients. Acute care planning for patients in an inpatient setting. Assesses and diagnosis, develops treatment plans, and furnishes medications. Counsels and educates patients, and collaborates with healthcare team. Consults with physicians on the diagnosis and treatment of unstable and complex patient conditions. Documents medical records and adheres to patient privacy. Participates in staff meetings and conferences regarding patient care, as well as quality improvement/control activities. The 2328 Nurse Practitioner (All Specialties) may perform other duties as assigned/required. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications LICENSE*: Possession of a valid California Nurse Practitioner (NP) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; AND LICENSE*: Possession of a current medication furnishing license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; AND CERTIFICATION: Possession of national board certification, or eligibility, as a Nurse Practitioner issued by one of the following recognized national certifying body or organization: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) American Nurses Association – American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Pediatric Nursing Certification Board National Certification Corporation (NCC) for the Women’s Health Care and Neonatal Nursing Specialties American Association of Critical Care Nurses *Licenses must show "Current" on search.dca.ca.gov . Please include your license numbers in your application. SOME POSITIONS HAVE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATES/LICENSES Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association. Specialization as a Family NP, Adult NP, Adult Gerontology NP, Women’s Health, Acute Care NP, Pediatric NP or Psychiatric Mental Health NP. The ability to obtain Security Clearance from the San Francisco Sheriff’s Department. Possession of a Furnishing and dispensing number (or ability to pass the credential process within 90 days of hire). Certified as a Medical Examiner by The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. EXPERIENCE Six (6) months (equivalent to 1,000 hours) of work experience as a Health Care provider treating patients in a long-term care facility, skilled nursing facility, or other acute long term care setting. Minimum of six (6) months (equivalent to 1,000 hours) of Occupational Health experience. One (1) year (equivalent to 2,000 hours) of experience as a Registered Nurse on a psychiatric inpatient unit, psychiatric emergency service clinic or mental health center. One (1) year (equivalent to 2,000 hours) of experience in a setting that treats HIV, AIDS, and Sexually Transmitted Infections. One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Verification of Education and Experience: Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education or experience verification is required, information on how to verify education and experience requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/ . Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. Additional Information Selection Procedures : After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which include the following. Training and Experience Evaluation (Weight: 100%): Candidates are required to complete a Training and Experience Evaluation Supplemental Questionnaire at https://forms.gle/ED1WJYbFJjtHoiui6 . This evaluation is designed to measure knowledge, skills and/or abilities in job related areas which may include but not be limited to: Knowledge of role and scope of practice of the Nurse Practitioner, of health treatments, maintenance and promotion, of health care resources and systems; Ability to assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans, to serve vulnerable populations; Collaborative ability; Oral communication ability; and Written communication ability. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the Training and Experience Evaluation to continue in the selection process and will be placed on the confidential eligible list in rank order according to their final score. Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions. Certification The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be the Rule of List. Eligible List/Score Report : A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list shall be made available for public inspection, upon request, once the eligible list is exhausted or expired and referrals resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission. Candidate names will remain on the list for a maximum period of 12 months . Candidates that are not selected and expire off the list may re-apply. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/ .] The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4. Such appeals must be submitted in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements, applications and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website at https://sf.gov/departments/civil-service-commission Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: Information About the Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Worker ADA Accommodation Veterans Preference Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement Where to Apply All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Please visit https://careers.sf.gov/ to begin your application process. Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account. Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall , 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110. Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from [email protected] that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. Your application will be active for the duration of the eligible period listed above. You do not need to reapply during this period. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst Diane Zhou at [email protected] or (628) 271- 6703. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law. $196,000 - $294,000 / year
Salary Range: $196,000.00 - $294,000.00 Job Summary The Structural Heart Clinic Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the care for patients with a variety of complex cardiac diseases, and for those patients who will undergo (or who have undergone) treatment or therapy for valvular heart disease within the scope of their Advanced Provider privileges. The Nurse Practitioner will provide leadership for the valve clinic, with emphasis on education and continuity of patient care for the entire period of care from referral to post procedure on both inpatients and outpatients. The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for preoperative and postoperative inpatient and outpatient examinations and assessment, diagnosis and planning; treatment implementation coordination and continuity; development of practice protocols and evaluation of quality of care; education of patients, families and other health care practitioners. The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for procedure coordination and review involving a multi-disciplinary team. The Nurse Practitioner will coordinate with the Assistant Director for quality improvement initiatives and National Registry maintenance. In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties as required. Educational Requirements MSN in Nursing. Work Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in critical care nursing with an emphasis on cardiac disease. Experience in an acute care setting with Cardiology and Structural Heart. Licensures & Certifications Current licensure to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state of California. BCLS, required. ACLS, required NP or Advanced Practice Provider license in the state of California. NP National Certification. Skills & Abilities Demonstrated oral and written skills (English). Proficient in Word, Excel, and Power Point. Washington Hospital Health System does not utilize any form of electronic chatting, such as Google chat for the purposes of interviewing candidates for employment. If you are contacted by any entity or individual attempting to engage you in this format, do not disclose any personal information and contact Washington Hospital Healthcare System. 
$198,785.60 - $262,371.20 / year
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness Position Overview: Provides clinical and administrative direction to personnel and activities of nursing clinic associated with providing quality patient care. Assists in the management and integration of the activities and resources of the department locations. Identifies implements and executes process improvement initiatives in line with dashboard targets. Monitors, communicates and implements action plans as needed, based on results of employee, clinician and patient satisfaction surveys. Consistently and effectively implements and monitors policies, workflows, competency and training. Provides direct patient care per their license and scope of practice. Less than 50% of time spent on average is performing the duties of the individuals being supervised. (Intended for use by Medical Foundation only) Job Description : EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: RN-Registered Nurse of California BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 5 years of recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrate basic nursing skills. Demonstrate effective English verbal and written communication skills. Self directed in coordinating the care plan for patient care delivery. Completion of SMF orientation: Basic Skills Assessment, Epic and IDX course work and competency assessment. Demonstrate knowledge of community resources, legal policies relating to patient decisions and outcomes. Demonstrate skills in delegation, leadership and team management concepts. Demonstrate knowledge of the performance standards of other team members. Completion of department specific orientation. Computer skills, including Epic, Intelliden and IDX. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: None Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $198,785.60 to $262,371.20 / annual salary The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package. 
$67,704 - $103,352 / year
Company Description The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. This is a Citywide Exam posting. Your application to this posting is an application to take a citywide exam. Application Opening: Friday, June 24, 2022 Application Deadline: Continuous Annual Compensation : $67,704 - $103,352 Annually Recruitment ID: CCT-2303-H00012 Work Arrangement: Onsite The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. Fulfilling this mission requires employees working across our hospitals, clinics, programs, and offices to deliver services and support the communities we serve. Individuals interested in joining SFDPH should expect to work in person across these settings. The San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration are the core divisions of SFDPH. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. START with this ⚠️ REQUIRED Training & Experience Evaluation ✅ https://forms.gle/cfuL5d9DLD6e5dHR7 THEN, to Submit your application, click "I'm Interested" or "Apply Now" Don't see "I'm interested" or "Apply Now"? Click HERE . LAST, Look for a confirmation email (see HOW TO APPLY below for details) ** This job announcement was updated on 8/8/2023 to reflect new job title and minimum qualifications, and reposted on 1/15/26. If you applied previously, you do not need to reapply.** Job Description **This recruitment is for multiple positions at all DPH facilities , including Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center and Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center.** Under direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs a variety of routine duties involving care of medically or mentally ill acute or sub-acute patients; performs direct patient care; observes and reports changes in the behavior and physical status of patients; provides a clean and safe environment; and performs related duties. The essential functions include, but are not limited to: Under direct supervision, and as part of the treatment team, provides routine patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards. Establishes and maintains a therapeutic and/or medical relationship with patients. As appropriate, reviews patient's admission documentation and notes pertinent facts regarding diagnoses and treatment history. Documents care according to department standards. Maintains constant and continuous communication with medical providers and staff. As directed by licensed staff; reviews and implements treatment plans, and provides one-to-one care when essential to treatment plans. Observes, records and reports patient medical, social and psychiatric behavior and physical conditions. Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning by reporting observations and concerns and by asking questions. Attends and participates in patient groups, case conferences, staff meetings and in-service training programs. As assigned, completes procedures and specimen collection including phlebotomy. Adheres to health, safety, and infection control policy and resource utilization. Manages work time effectively, efficiently and productively. The Certified Nursing Assistant may perform other duties as assigned/required. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications License and Certification: Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health** Status must show "Valid" at: https://cvl.cdph.ca.gov/SearchPage.aspx Possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate is required for some positions . Possession of a Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 (CPT-1) Certificate, issued by the State of California Department of Health Services, is required for those positions that perform phlebotomy . Please provide proof of your certification by uploading your certificate to your application. **To qualify for these positions, your CNA certificate MUST be issued by the California DPH. If your CNA certification was NOT issued by California DPH, you can find out how to transfer your CNA certification to California at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHCQ/LCP/Pages/CNA-FAQ-Reciprocity-CA.aspx . Please ONLY apply (or re-apply) to this recruitment AFTER your California CNA certificate is issued. One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Verification: Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate Requirement/Provision: Possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association is required as a provision to employment for all positions. Candidates who do not possess such a certification may participate in this examination process and be appointed to a position(s), but will be required to obtain the certificate within two (2) weeks of hire date and maintain validity throughout length of employment. A photocopy of the valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate must be provided to the appropriate supervisor of the appointment within the allotted time frame. Failure to demonstrate/show proof of possession of valid certification within two (2) weeks of hire date and throughout length of employment may result in dismissal and/or termination of employment. Additional Information SELECTION PROCEDURES Training and Experience Evaluation (Weight: 100%): Candidates can complete the Training & Experience Evaluation now. It will also be emailed to candidates meeting the Minimum Qualifications. This evaluation is designed to measure knowledge, skills and/or abilities in job related areas which may include but not be limited to: Knowledge of treatment tools for medically and mentally ill acute and sub‐acute patients, of the principles of patient care duties, of basic medical terminology; Oral communication ability; Written communication ability; Ability to observe and identify changes in patient’s condition, to assist patients in and out of bed, into bath, and in and out of wheel chair, to interact effectively with patients, family members, and clinical staff. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the Training and Experience Evaluation to continue in the selection process and will be placed on the confidential eligible list in rank order according to their final score. Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions. Certification Certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be Rule of the List . Eligible List/Score Report A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list shall be made available for public inspection, upon request, once the eligible list is exhausted or expired and referrals resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission. Candidate names will remain on the list for a maximum period of 12 months . Candidates that are not selected and expire off the list may re-apply. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/ .] The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4. Such appeals must be submitted in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements, applications and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website at https://sf.gov/departments/civil-service-commission Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: Information About the Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Worker ADA Accommodation Veterans Preference Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement Where to Apply All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Please visit https://careers.sf.gov/ to begin your application process. Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account. Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall , 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110. Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from [email protected] that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. Your application will be active for the duration of the eligible period listed above. You do not need to reapply during this period. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst David Chalk at [email protected] or 628-271-6702. We may use text messaging to communicate with you if you include a mobile number in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law. 