All applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the online application process. The questionnaire will be used to 1) assess each candidate's possession of the minimum qualifications; and 2) determine each candidate's score on the Training and Experience Evaluation, as described on the examination announcement.
Responses to items on the Supplemental Questionnaire must be supportedby the information provided on the application. This information is subject to verification. Please be sure to include all relevant education, professional licenses, certifications or registrations and work experience in the respective Education, Professional Licenses/ Certifications/ Registrations, and Employment Record sections of the application.
Resumes are NOT used or reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications or to determine your score/rank. A resume should NOT be submitted to substitute for a completed application. If you write “See Resume” on the application or on the Supplemental Questionnaire, your application may be rejected. Verification of experience, licensure, and possession of valid certifications/registrations may be collected at any time.
If you experience technical difficulties, make note of any error messages and contact the Analyst prior to the filing deadline. Responses should be consistent with the information on your employment application and are subject to verification.
PART ONE: EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION QUALIFICATIONS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR QUESTIONS #1 - #7: Please answer all applicable questions by choosing the best response that matches your education, licenses, certifications and registrations.
1.
Do you possess a valid permanent/temporary (including interim permit) California Registered Nurse (RN) License issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing?
As a reminder, all licenses, certifications and registrations must be listed in the "Professional Licenses, Certifications or Registrations" section of your application in order to receive credit for the licenses, certifications and registrations. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update the appropriate sections before submitting your application.
Yes
No
2.
Do you possess a valid permanent/temporary (including interim permit) California Nurse Practitioner (NP) License issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing?
As a reminder, all licenses, certifications and registrations must be listed in the "Professional Licenses, Certifications or Registrations" section of your application in order to receive credit for the licenses, certifications and registrations. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update the appropriate sections before submitting your application.
Yes
No
3.
Do you have possession of a current Medication Furnishing License issued by the California Board of Registered Nurses?
As a reminder, all licenses, certifications and registrations must be listed in the "Professional Licenses, Certifications or Registrations" section of your application in order to receive credit for the licenses, certifications and registrations. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update the appropriate sections before submitting your application.
Yes
No
4.
Which of the following degrees do you possess?
As a reminder, all education must be listed in the “Higher Education” section of your application in order to receive credit for this education. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update the appropriate sections before submitting your application.
Associate degree in Nursing (ASN/ADN)
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)
Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN)
PhD., DNP, or Doctorate in Nursing
None of the above
5.
Do you have possession of a national board certification, or eligibility, as a Nurse Practitioner issued by one of the following recognized national certifying bodies or organizations?
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
As a reminder, all licenses, certifications and registrations must be listed in the "Professional Licenses, Certifications or Registrations" section of your application in order to receive credit for the licenses, certifications and registrations. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update the appropriate sections before submitting your application.
Yes
No
6.
What Nurse Practitioner Specialization License or Certification do you possess?
As a reminder, all licenses, certifications and registrations must be listed in the "Professional Licenses, Certifications or Registrations" section of your application in order to receive credit for the licenses, certifications and registrations. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update the appropriate sections before submitting your application.
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)
Adult Geogontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP)
Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP)
Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (OHNP)
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP)
Other
None
7.
Which of the following valid American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificates do you possess?
As a reminder, all licenses, certifications and registrations must be listed in the "Professional Licenses, Certifications or Registrations" section of your application in order to receive credit for the licenses, certifications and registrations. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update the appropriate sections before submitting your application.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
None of the above
PART TWO: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR QUESTIONS #8 - #16
Review the questions first, prepare and save your responses in a word processing document, and then paste them into the online Supplemental Questionnaire.
Be concise but thorough. Ensure that you address all parts of the question. Your written communication skills will be evaluated based on your responses.
Ensure that your responses are sufficiently detailed to assist in evaluating your knowledge, skills and abilities.
Provide your best or highest examples of work.
Answer all questions independently (e.g., do not reference your responses in prior questions). Provide all information requested even if they appear redundant. Do not write “See Application” or “See Resume” as a response.
If you do not have experience that relates to the question(s) below, please enter “N/A” as your response.
8a.
Do you have possession of a Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number to furnish controlled substances?
Yes
No
8b.
If you answered “Yes” to question above, please provide your Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number to furnish controlled substances. If you answered “No” to question the above, please type N/A.
9a.
Which of the following electronic medical records software systems do you have experience using?
Invision/LCR
ECW
JIM
EPIC
Cerner
EMAR
ICCA
ISCHTR
Pulse Check
Avatar
Salar
Oaxaca
Other
None
9b.
If you selected "Other" in the question above, please specify below.
10a.
Which of the following settings have you worked as a Nurse Practitioner?
Inpatient Service
Adult Surgery
Adult Community Clinics
Private Surgical/Medical Group
School/College/University Clinic
Trauma Center
Critical Care Unit
Emergency Department
Other
None
10b.
If you selected "Other" in the question above., please specify below.
10c.
Please provide the name of the employer(s) and the dates of employment (e.g. MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY) for each setting you selected in question 10a.
In addition, please list the name of (a) supervisor(s) or manager(s) who can verify the information provided as well as his or her contact information. If you selected "None," please type N/A.
Do not type “See Resume.”
11a.
How much verifiable full-time equivalent professional, preceptorship, or volunteer work experience do you have as a health care provider serving a diverse urban population? (Full-time experience is equivalent to 40 hours per week.)
I do not have full-time professional, preceptorship, or volunteer experience working as a health care provider serving a diverse urban population.
I have some, but less than 6 months of full-time professional, preceptorship, or volunteer experience working as a health care provider serving a diverse urban population.
I have 6 to 11 months of full-time professional, preceptorship, or volunteer experience working as a health care provider serving a diverse urban population.
I have 12 or more months of full-time professional, preceptorship, or volunteer experience working as a health care provider serving a diverse urban population.
11b.
Please provide the name of the employer(s) and the dates of employment (e.g. MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY) for each setting you selected in question 11a.
In addition, please list the name of (a) supervisor(s) or manager(s) who can verify the information provided as well as his or her contact information. If you selected "None," please type N/A.
Do not type “See Resume.”
11c.
Referring to your answers in questions 11a. and 11b., please provide a brief description of your verifiable professional work experience as indicated in questions 11a. and 11b. In your answer, include details about your specific role, your primary duties, and your responsibilities. If you do not have experience, please type N/A.
Do not type “See Resume.”
12a.
How much verifiable full-time Nurse Practitioner work experience do you have in a Critical Care Unit, Trauma Center, or Emergency Outpatient Clinic? (Full-time is equivalent to 40 hours per week.)
No Experience
Some, but less than 6 Months
6 to 11 Months
12 to 23 Months
24 to 35 Months
36 or more Months
12b.
Please provide the name of the employer(s) and the dates of employment (e.g. MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY) where you obtained your verifiable full-time equivalent professional work experience as indicated in question 12a.
In addition, please list the name of (a) supervisor(s) or manager(s) who can verify the information provided as well as his or her contact information. If you selected that you do not have experience, please type N/A.
Do not type “See Resume.”
12c.
Referring to your answers in questions 12a. and 12b., please provide a brief description of your verifiable professional work experience as indicated in questions 12a. and 12b. In your answer, include details about your specific role, your primary duties, and your responsibilities. If you do not have experience, please type N/A.
Do not type “See Resume.”
13a.
How much verifiable full-time work experience do you have as a Nurse Practitioner practicing in an adult surgery, adult inpatient surgical center (neurology, dermatology, orthopedics etc.), or family health center? (Full-time is equivalent to 40 hours per week.)
No Experience
Some, but less than 6 Months
6 to 11 Months
12 to 23 Months
24 to 35 Months
36 or more Months
13b.
Please provide the name of the employer(s) and the dates of employment (e.g. MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY) where you obtained your verifiable full-time equivalent professional work experience as indicated in question 13a.
In addition, please list the name of (a) supervisor(s) or manager(s) who can verify the information provided as well as his or her contact information. If you selected that you do not have experience, please type N/A.
Do not type “See Resume.”
13c.
Referring to your answers in questions 13a. and 13b., please provide a brief description of your verifiable professional work experience as indicated in questions 13a. and 13b. In your answer, include details about your specific role, your primary duties, and your responsibilities. If you do not have experience, please type N/A.
Do not type “See Resume.”
CERTIFICATION: I certify that I am the author of this form and that all the information presented is true and based upon my experience. I understand that prior to an appointment I may be required to provide written verification of any of the information provided above and that I may be required by the hiring department to participate in performance test(s) during the probationary period. I further understand that any false, incomplete, or incorrect statement may result in disqualification, dismissal, or termination of employment with the City and County of San Francisco.
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