Licensed LVN/ RN School Nurse

Salary: $25.00 - $28.00RECRUITMENT DETAILS Work Hours: 8:30am - 3:00pm * early dismissal day hours may be differentWork Year Calendar: 10.5 monthCommunity Roots Academys (CRA) mission is to be a premier project-based school where children are deliberately taught to see the connections between their formal education and the world. Collaboration, creativity, adaptability, reflection and evaluation are embedded in CRA philosophy, governance, curriculum and daily operations. Our educators collaborate with community-based organizations to create learning experiences that build efficacy, confidence, empathy, a sense of purpose, and connections to the real world. CRA is a place to learn about whom we are and empowers us to grow into the individuals we aspire to be.----A Licensed Vocational Nurse / Registered Nurse possesses a California License and performs specialized physical health care procedures requiring technical manual skills.ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:-Administer prescribed medications according to physician's and parent's instructions; dispense medications based on established District procedures and/or as directed; maintain related records and documents.- Assess students' medical conditions; administer minor first aid to ill and injured children; distribute adhesive bandages, ice and compresses as necessary; evaluate emergency situations; perform routine first aid and CPR/AED as needed.- Maintain inventory and order first aid supplies; distribute first aid kits to appropriate site or office location; requisition health office supplies as necessary.- Respond to parent and staff inquiries by interpreting and explaining applicable laws, codes, rules, programs and regulations.- Assist with the care of special needs students as directed.- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.LICENSES, CERTIFICATION & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSREQUIRED:Associate's Degree* in Nursing and one (1) year of professional experience in public or private health setting as an LVN/ RN.Alternate variations of education/experience may be considered by Personnel Commission staff as acceptable to qualify for participation in the examination process resulting in an eligibility list. When appropriate additional work experience beyond the minimum requirement may be supplemented for required minimum education requirements.LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS- California Board of Vocational Nursing Vocational Nurse License (LVN) - or -- California Board of Nursing - Registered Nurse (RN) License- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification issued by a recognized first-aid training program- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification issued by a recognized first-aid training program- First Aid Certification issued by a recognized first-aid training program- Ability to obtain California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.- TB clearance.JOB COMPETENCIES:- 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.- Medical terminology and the use of nursing equipment and supplies.ABILITY TO OR SKILL IN:- Skill in providing effective nursing services, administering injections, medications, catheterization, gastrointestinal tube feeding, etc.- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.- Comprehend and follow directions given verbally and in writing.- Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Salary : $25 - $28