LVN School Nurse: Pediatric Care, Screenings & First Aid

Sweetwater Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

FullShift Staffing seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide school nursing care for students in the Fresno, CA area for the 2023-2024 school year. Responsibilities include triage, basic first aid, and coordination with school staff to support student health.

Requirements include California LVN license, CPR/BLS certification, and a current TB test. Prior pediatrics or school district experience is preferred; ability to lift up to 25 pounds and communicate effectively with students and

Qualifications

• California State Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Current Negative TB result.
• Physical demands: able to lift up to 25 pounds and perform repetitive tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conducting student hearing and vision screenings.
• Educating students on hygiene and safety practices.
• Dispensing prescribed medications to students per physician instructions.
• Verifying vaccination records.
• Taking students' temperatures when fever is suspected.
• Administering first aid and CPR.
• Treating minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes and bruises.
• Contacting parents when students are ill or injured.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

School district experience

Communication

Education

California LVN License

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

FullShift Staffing seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide school nursing care for students in the Fresno, CA area for the 2023-2024 school year. Responsibilities include triage, basic first aid, and coordination with school staff to support student health.

Requirements include California LVN license, CPR/BLS certification, and a current TB test. Prior pediatrics or school district experience is preferred; ability to lift up to 25 pounds and communicate effectively with students and