Licensed Vocational Nurse

William S. Hart Union High School District; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

William S. Hart Union High School District in California is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide specialized health care to students under the supervision of a credentialed school nurse. You will administer medications, perform minor first aid, and manage health records and immunization data.

The LVN cooperates with administrators and nurses, handles emergencies, and supports students with special health needs. A CA LVN license and CPR/AED/First Aid credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Vocational Nursing program and CA LVN license.
• Experience in health settings with youth is preferred.
• Ability to administer medications and provide first aid.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications per physician and parent instructions and maintains records.
• Provides minor first aid and CPR/AED as needed and maintains health records.
• Maintains immunization and health files for students and coordinates with school staff.
• Orders and distributes first aid supplies and assists with health testing programs.
• Performs clerical tasks while protecting confidentiality of records.
• Responds to emergencies and assists students with special health needs.

Skills

Nursing skills

Medication administration

CPR/AED

First aid

Immunization records

Record keeping

Medical terminology

Communication

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Job description

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Under general direction of the supervisor of health services, an assigned school site administrator (when applicable) and supervision of a credentialed school registered nurse, provides specialized health care services to students, including administration of medical procedures such as, but not limited to: catheterization, insulin and medication administration, gastrostomy feedings, suctioning and related record management.

Summary

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Under general direction of the supervisor of health services, an assigned school site administrator (when applicable) and supervision of a credentialed school registered nurse, provides specialized health care services to students, including administration of medical procedures such as, but not limited to: catheterization, insulin and medication administration, gastrostomy feedings, suctioning and related record management.

A Licensed Vocational Nurse possesses a California Vocational Nurse License and performs specialized physical heath care procedures requiring technical manual skills under the supervision of a credentialed school nurse. The Licensed Vocational Nurse works cooperatively with administrators and credentialed school registered nurses.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications according to physician's and parent's instructions; dispenses medications based on established District procedures and/or as directed; maintains related records and documents.
• Administers minor first aid to ill and injured children; distributes adhesive bandages, ice and compresses as necessary; performs routine first aid and CPR/AED as needed.
• Establishes and maintains cumulative health and immunization record files for each student; reconciles student health records with student enrollment records; reviews immunization records and maintains related data.
• Maintains inventory and orders first aid supplies; distributes first aid kits to appropriate site or office location; requisitions health office supplies as necessary.
• Assists with maintaining immunization records; prepares list of students with health problems and students exempt for physical education participation.
• Performs clerical duties including copying, preparing and maintaining a variety of lists, forms, records, notices and correspondence; maintains confidentiality of student medical and health information.
• Assists in the preparation, arrangements and implementation of health testing programs and immunizations; maintains related records.
• Responds to emergency medical situations and administers First Aid and CPR as appropriate.
• Assists with the care of students with special needs as directed, which may include direct medical intervention for specific students.
• Attends meetings and conferences related to assigned activities.
• May ride a school bus to accompany and care for a student with specific healthcare or medical needs.
• May provide coverage in a school site health office, performing varying technical duties to ensure health and safety of students.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Knowledge and Skills

• Modern nursing principles, techniques, methods and procedures, and standard nursing practices.
• Principles and practices of medical diagnosis of common illnesses, the disease process, treatments, and medication side effects.
• Skill in providing effective nursing services, administering injections, medications, catheterization, gastrointestinal tube feeding, etc. with supervision and monitoring a credentialed school nurse.
• Universal health precautions, proper techniques for handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
• Mandated vaccination requirements for schools.
• Patient care skills, procedures and proficiencies.
• Principles and practices of medical file and records management, and patient file documentation procedures.
• Medical terminology and the use of nursing equipment and supplies.
• Communication skills to greet and deal cooperatively with students, parents, and school site staff, and to exercise patience with stressful situations.
• Language skills to document work activity and use basic medical terminology.

Abilities

• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Learn, understand, and apply district policies, procedures, and rules.
• Exercise judgment in dealing with emergencies and special health needs.
• Use discretion in handling confidential records and information.
• Read and understand basic instructions for medications and treatments.
• Administer medications and urgent care procedures.
• Document appropriate measures taken in emergency situations.
• Properly use medical equipment and devices such as blood pressure cuff, thermometer, and defibrillator.
• Remain calm and effective during emergency situations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Protect the privacy of student information.

Physical Abilities

• Function effectively indoors and outdoors in an office exam room environment engaged in work of a moderately active nature.
• Ambulatory ability to move to various class and meeting room settings, to stoop, bend and kneel, and to reach.
• Sufficient arm, hand and finger dexterity, coordination and strength to assist ill or injured students, use of medical equipment, operate keyboard, typewriter and other office equipment.
• Speaking and auditory ability to project voice and carry out conversations with individuals and small groups in person and over the phone.
• Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents and the display screen of various office equipment and machines.
• Routine travel to school sites.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited Vocational Nursing program. Experience in a public or private health setting as a Licensed Vocational Nurse is preferred.

Licenses and Certificates

Valid California License of Vocational Nursing (LVN), Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid certificates. Valid California driver's license.

Working Conditions

Work is generally performed indoors where some safety considerations exist due to the medical nature of the position (ie. sharps). There is regular exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, and blood borne pathogens; however, the risk is minimal through personal protective equipment (ie.gloves).