(25-26) Health Care Specialist / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) @ District Wide (Current Site Location: Hamilton Elementary School)

Hemet Unified School District - L.A.•Anza, CA

69d•$28 - $34

About The Position

Under direction of an assigned administrator, serve as a member of the educational team serving the needs of students and their families by assisting in managing students' health and providing medical care to allow students to attend school regularly and maximize their opportunities for learning. The position may require travel to school sites and a wide variety of specialized health care procedures for medically fragile students. The level of supervision required to administer the provision of specialized physical health care services shall be determined by the credentialed school nurse or a licensed physician.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above;
Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurses Training program;
One (1) year of nursing related experience required;
Possession of a valid State of California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse and must be in good standing and in current status;
Valid First Aid and CPR Certification;
Possession of a valid California Driver's License during the course of employment;
Must be insurable at standard rates by the District's insurance carrier and maintain such insurability;
Employment is contingent on completion of a background check

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of nursing related experience working with medically fragile children or adults preferred;

Responsibilities

Compile and maintain data and information, prepare and maintain a variety of records, logs and files as required related to student health;
Work cooperatively with and serve as a resource to students, families, administrators, teachers, and staff;
Implement specialized health care procedures, including but not limited to glucose testing, administration of insulin, catheterization, blood pressure monitoring, oral suctioning, tracheotomy care, gastronomy tube feedings and medications, oxygen therapy chest percussion, postural drainage, ventilator care, manual manipulation of respirator bag, ileostomy and colostomy care, and seizure precautions;
Work with medically fragile students; operate and maintain various mechanical apparatus used in caring for students;
Assure all procedures are provided under specified written provisions approved by a physician and requested by the student's parent/legal guardian;
Provide assistance in inputting health data and other health related administrative activities;
Record data regarding health related activities with students on approved forms and computer programs as required and appropriate;
Record food and fluid intake and output as appropriate;
Assist the credentialed district school nurse with health screenings, immunizations, dental, and recording procedures;
Implement the emergency health care plan as designated by the district school nurse, student's parent/legal guardian, and physician;
Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid to assigned students;
May travel to various school sites within the district and perform a wide variety of nursing duties;
Communicate to the district school nurse any observed medical conditions of assigned students;
Operate specialized medical equipment to perform specialized procedures;
Administer prescribed medications according to instructions and district policies;
Participate in IEP/student-centered meetings (e.g. 504 Plan, Health Plan, Student Study Team) as appropriate;
Maintain health records to reflect updated health orders for students;
Communicate with district personnel and outside organizations to exchange information, refer students, coordinate activities and resolve other health-related issues and concerns while maintaining HIPAA compliance;
Assist in ordering, maintaining, and distributing health supplies as needed;
Assist with distributing approved health information;
Attend and participate in various in-service training and meetings;
Perform other related work as may be required