Licensed Vocational Nurse

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How You Will Make an Impact

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) will provide basic healthcare support to students under the supervision/direction of the Regional Director of Student Services and in coordination with the school nurse. The LVN will assist with and administer first aid for minor injuries, perform a various clerical duties related to student health care and health records, and support health education initiatives. This role contributes to promoting the well-being, academic achievement, and holistic development of the students and school personnel. This position reports to the Regional Director of Student Services or their designee.

Responsibilities/

Duties

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this classification. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Provide first aid and emergency care for injuries and acute illnesses. Assist in managing student health condition such as asthma, diabetes, and severe allergies. Administer medications to students with proper authorization, as prescribed by physician, following school policies and parental consent.

Monitor students for signs of illness or injury and take appropriate action. Maintain accurate medication records and follow school medication protocols. Support students with individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) and emergency care plans (ECPs).

Assist in assessing and monitoring the health and development status of students; provide case management support, referral, and follow-up for health conditions and/or medical issues. Assist in conducting state-mandated screenings under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including vision, hearing, and scoliosis; assist with audits of immunization, and physical exams. Maintain emergency supplies and equipment.

Act as a point of contact for parents, teachers, and staff regarding student health concerns. Attend and participate in meetings and trainings as required (team, staff, SST, 504 Plan, and IEP meetings). Prepare and submit required California Department of Health Services reports on student health data (e.g., medication logs, and immunization compliance.

Participate in health-related audits and reviews. Assist in implementing actions related to communicable disease management, including immunization support, as directed by health authorities. Document student health information in the electronic database and support data collection/reporting efforts.

Perform administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned, which may be changed or modified from time to time.

Knowledge, skills, abilities

Knowledge of basic nursing procedures: vital signs, wound care, medication administration, clinical skills, and use of technology (BP machines, thermometers, etc.) Knowledge and understanding of school health regulations and FERPA/HIPAA compliance. Knowledge of basic medical terminology, equipment, and techniques. Understanding of medication effects and administration procedures.

Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and staff. Compassionate and able to work effectively with children and adolescents. Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Ability to collaborate with multiple levels of personnel. Ability to work with students with special needs. Ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.

Demonstrate autonomy, reliability, and strong committed to providing excellent customer service.

Minimum

Qualifications

High School Diploma is required. Completion of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program is required. Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License is required. Current Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid Certification is required. Obtain an Audiometry Certificate within 1 year from date of hire is required. Intermediate in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other technology applications Ability to travel in the performance of the job.

Physical

Requirements

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolong periods, prepare, or inspect documents and operate office equipment. Hearing: Ability to hear average or typical conversations and receiving ordinary information. Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communication, in person or remote, to speak with level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Mental Demands: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret, and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Frequent multi-tasking, changing of task priorities, repetitious exacting work. Understand how to manage stress. medium workflow management, medium project coordination, and high people engagement.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together, use hands to grasp, and manipulate small objects; twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head. Strength: Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Environmental

Requirements

Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors. Prolonged period sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Work in a low to moderate noise environment with frequent deadline pressures.