Licensed Vocational Nurse, Itinerant - Special Education, Various School Sites - Job# CP26-014477

Grossmont Union High School District•El Cajon, CA

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About The Position

The Grossmont Union High School District is dedicated to providing a safe and collaborative learning environment which supports academic achievement and social development for all students. The Grossmont District operates on the premise that success for every student is dependent upon all groups in the organization including teachers, administrators, parents, staff, students, and the community working together to support all students in their development as life-long learners, thinkers, and successful contributors of the community. The Grossmont Union High School District shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying against and individual or group based on the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (GUHSD Board Policy 4030). JOB DESCRIPTION Grossmont Union High School District LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE Purpose Statement: The job of Licensed Vocational Nurse is done for the purpose/s of under direction of an assigned administrator and under the supervision of the District Nurse, coordinating the activities of a high school health services office; providing nursing services for students and staff; and ensuring access and continuity of health care for students. This job reports to Vice Principal & District Nurse Essential Functions • Administers first aid, medication, and specialized medical treatment as ordered by a physician for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. • Assesses situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements. • Attends meetings as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information. • Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements. • Conducts primary evaluations of ill or injured students (e.g. interviewing, physical assessments, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs and/or maintaining compliance with county health department requirements and/or District policies. • Implements specialized health care procedures (e.g. blood sugar testing, catheterization, blood pressure, oral suction, gastrostomy tube feedings, drug screening, seizure procedures, turning and lifting routines, assistive apparatus, etc.) for the purpose of addressing students' health needs and/or implementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians. • Maintains health care records (e.g. mandated screening, medication authorization slips, student emergency cards, confidential health lists, medical reports, immunization records, billings, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established regulations. • Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. campus safety committee, disaster committee, training, informational meetings, IEPs, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information on a variety of health care issues. • Prepares written materials (e.g. health charts, special reports, health advisory lists, notices, billings, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written support and/or conveying information. • Refers students requiring further medical attention for the purpose of providing access and continuity of health care for students. • Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies. • Reports students with contagious diseases to local public health authorities for the purpose of minimizing infection and complying with legal requirements. Other Functions • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Requirements

Job related experience within specialized field is required.
Community College and/or Vocational School degree with study in job related area.
Valid State of California License of Vocational Nursing.
Please note, this position requires transportation throughout the day and between school sites.
First Aid / CPR Certificate Continuing Educ. / Training: Every 2 years to maintain a license.

Responsibilities

Administers first aid, medication, and specialized medical treatment as ordered by a physician for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
Assesses situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
Attends meetings as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information.
Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements.
Conducts primary evaluations of ill or injured students (e.g. interviewing, physical assessments, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs and/or maintaining compliance with county health department requirements and/or District policies.
Implements specialized health care procedures (e.g. blood sugar testing, catheterization, blood pressure, oral suction, gastrostomy tube feedings, drug screening, seizure procedures, turning and lifting routines, assistive apparatus, etc.) for the purpose of addressing students' health needs and/or implementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians.
Maintains health care records (e.g. mandated screening, medication authorization slips, student emergency cards, confidential health lists, medical reports, immunization records, billings, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established regulations.
Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. campus safety committee, disaster committee, training, informational meetings, IEPs, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information on a variety of health care issues.
Prepares written materials (e.g. health charts, special reports, health advisory lists, notices, billings, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written support and/or conveying information.
Refers students requiring further medical attention for the purpose of providing access and continuity of health care for students.
Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies.
Reports students with contagious diseases to local public health authorities for the purpose of minimizing infection and complying with legal requirements.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.