Licensed Vocational Nurse

Description

Seeking a professional Licensed Vocational Nurse for the 26-27 school year for an Elementary School.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of a credentialed school nurse, the Licensed Vocational Nurse performs specialized physical health care services for students to perform a wide variety of nursing duties, and maintains a healthy and safe environment for students and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform specialized physical health care services for students including suctioning, medication administration, catheterizations, drip and tube feeding administration, blood sugar testing, supporting with mobility and toileting and other specialized nursing services; operate specialized medical equipment and instruments in the assessment and treatment of individuals

• May include working 1:1 with a student in need of constant monitoring based on individual needs identified in an IEP

• May include travel to various school sites and perform a wide variety of nursing duties; assess illnesses and injuries and apply first aid as needed; assess and assist students with seizures; check for head lice, skin abnormalities and other conditions; obtain vital signs

• Maintain a healthy and safe environment for students and staff; provide information to staff, students and parents regarding safety issues, head lice, hand-washing practices, and other health-related matters

• Maintain a service log of health services as designated in a school health plan, 504 plan or IEP.

• Contact appropriate parties for health histories as needed for IEPs, 504s, healthcare plan development, and forward to RN for review

• Prepare and maintain records, reports and doctor orders and parental consents related to assigned activities; maintain student cum files and immunization records as needed

• Respond to emergencies, evaluate condition of students and provide health instruction and care as needed

• Discuss student's health with parents and arrange for transportation as needed

• Assure cleanliness and sanitary conditions of medical instruments and offices

• Train and provide work direction to other staff and students as assigned

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior

• Prepare reports for school nurse and administration regarding immunizations status and health conditions by school site

• Distribute health care plans to school site staff, as needed

• Assist with obtaining appropriate signatures for medication administration and health care plan

• Work with school nurses and school personnel and outside organizations to exchange information, refer students, report suspected child abuse, coordinate activities and resolve other health-related issues and concerns

• Assist with mandated vision/hearing screenings, data entry and follow-up regarding failed tests, as well as referrals

• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required knowledge, skills & abilities

• Knowledge of District policies and State regulations concerning student immunization

• Knowledge of CA and County health and safety regulations, including HIPPA and other health privacy laws

• Knowledge of modern medical terminology, equipment and accepted medical assessment techniques

• Ability to operate specialized medical equipment, machines and instruments

• Knowledge of accepted methods and principles of personal hygiene

• Knowledge of basic diagnostic methods for medical conditions and diseases

• Knowledge of public health agencies and local health care resources

• Ability to maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field

• Knowledge of contracted student transportation policies

• Ability to prioritize and schedule work independently with little direction

• Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing, and in person using tact, patience and courtesy

• Ability to read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures

• Ability to establish files, records, reports and referrals and record sensitive information accurately

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student medical records

• Bilingual – Spanish preferred

• Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation

Minimum educational level:

• High School Diploma or GED

Licensure Requirements:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse Program

• Current Valid California State license by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric technicians

• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification

Experience required:

• Any combination equivalent to graduation from an accredited Vocational Nurses Training program and one year related experience.

Physical requirements:

• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Work authorization requirements:

• Clear the Department of Justice background screening

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Provide health (TB) clearance

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those in a normal office, classroom/school setting which one might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work indoors in a standard office environment, computer lab, and/or classroom environment

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments

• Exposure to dust, oils, and cleaning chemicals

• Some exposure to childhood and other diseases in a school environment

• May be required to work outside of typical work days and office hours to meet operational deadlines