School Support
Los Angeles,
California
Los Angeles,
California
Perform specialized physical health care services for students including suctioning, medication administration, catheterizations, drip and tube feeding administration, blood sugar testing, supporting with mobility and toileting and other specialized nursing services; operate specialized medical equipment and instruments in the assessment and treatment of individuals
May include working 1:1 with a student in need of constant monitoring based on individual needs identified in an IEP
May include travel to various school sites and perform a wide variety of nursing duties; assess illnesses and injuries and apply first aid as needed; assess and assist students with seizures; check for head lice, skin abnormalities and other conditions; obtain vital signs
Maintain a healthy and safe environment for students and staff; provide information to staff, students and parents regarding safety issues, head lice, hand-washing practices, and other health-related matters
Maintain a service log of health services as designated in a school health plan, 504 plan or IEP.
Contact appropriate parties for health histories as needed for IEPs, 504s, healthcare plan development, and forward to RN for review
Prepare and maintain records, reports and doctor orders and parental consents related to assigned activities; maintain student cum files and immunization records as needed
Respond to emergencies, evaluate condition of students and provide health instruction and care as needed
Discuss student's health with parents and arrange for transportation as needed
Assure cleanliness and sanitary conditions of medical instruments and offices
Train and provide work direction to other staff and students as assigned
Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior
Prepare reports for school nurse and administration regarding immunizations status and health conditions by school site
Distribute health care plans to school site staff, as needed
Assist with obtaining appropriate signatures for medication administration and health care plan
Work with school nurses and school personnel and outside organizations to exchange information, refer students, report suspected child abuse, coordinate activities and resolve other health-related issues and concerns
Assist with mandated vision/hearing screenings, data entry and follow-up regarding failed tests, as well as referrals
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Knowledge of District policies and State regulations concerning student immunization
Knowledge of CA and County health and safety regulations, including HIPPA and other health privacy laws
Knowledge of modern medical terminology, equipment and accepted medical assessment techniques
Ability to operate specialized medical equipment, machines and instruments
Knowledge of accepted methods and principles of personal hygiene
Knowledge of basic diagnostic methods for medical conditions and diseases
Knowledge of public health agencies and local health care resources
Ability to maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field
Knowledge of contracted student transportation policies
Ability to prioritize and schedule work independently with little direction
Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing, and in person using tact, patience and courtesy
Ability to read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to establish files, records, reports and referrals and record sensitive information accurately
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student medical records
Bilingual – Spanish preferred
Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation