Palmdale School District
Salary: $4,612.65 - $5,603.89 MonthlyLocation : Palmdale, CAJob Type: 11-monthJob Number: 25/26-08/08Division: School SiteOpening Date: 08/08/2025Closing Date: Continuous SummaryTHIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT AND EXAMINATION PROCESS.IT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME, WITH LITTLE OR NO NOTICE.Under the direction of the Director of Health Services or designee (a Credentialed Registered Nurse), performs a wide variety of nursing and clerical duties in support of the school health office, including specialized health care procedures, first aid, administration of medication, maintenance of health records, preparation of reports, and assistance with health screening.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives dual supervision from Site Administrator and Director of Health Services Representative Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Render first aid to students and administer prescribed medication, including oral, gastrostomy/jejunostomy tube, and injectable medications(including insulin), emergency medications (rectal Diastat, Glucagon, epinephrine), to students with proper authorization in accordance with State Law and District policy and procedures.Provide specialized healthcare procedures, in accordance with established standards of practice, including but not limited to:Suctioning when needed to clear oral airway or tracheostomy tube, including care, cleaning and replacement of tracheostomy tube, care of suction machine, ventilator, etc.Gastrostomy/jejunostomy tube feeding, including are of tube, stoma site, and related equipment, such as feeding pumps.Blood glucose monitoring procedures.Catheterization, urinary and suprapubic, sterile, clean, intermittent or indwelling, including care of equipment and personal hygiene.Oxygen administration and proper care and use of equipment, including monitoring of flow controls, oxygen saturation monitoring and flow titration in accordance with physician orders.Colostomy/ileostomy care.Proper care and use of specialized medical equipment, including stethoscope, nebulizers, electronic temperature monitors, sphygmomanometer, orthotics, pumps, etc.Monitoring and care of central line catheters, continuous IV medication infusion, PICC lines, port-a-cath sites, in accordance with certification parameters and state scope of practice laws.Assist in the control of contagious diseases by following established department of public health standards and approved protocols and procedures.Assist students with toileting, diapering, and personal hygiene.Assist school nurses with health screening and recording of results.Report student health concerns to supervising school nurse. Contact family/agencies to make appropriate referrals, including sending home referral letters for students as directed by supervisor.Initiate and maintain a variety of health related student records; record care given and health status of students; screen, input, maintain and update immunization records on all pupils routinely.Collect information and prepare annual state reports on immunization requirements, vision, dental, hearing, and scoliosis screening; assist parents in setting up appointments and assist in physicals as needed.Maintain health office supplies and equipment; order and requisition supplies; distribute first aid supplies to designated areas.Maintain disaster supplies for school and distribute to assigned areas. Assist in coordinating disaster/fire drills and procedures and in the event of a disaster, is responsible for triage.Make calls to parents on health matters including requesting parents to pick up ill or injured children in accordance with school policies, and as requested by site administrator and/or school nurse.Maintain clean health office environment including proper use of approved sanitizers and disinfectants in care area.May type a wide variety of documents including letters, memoranda, reports, bulletins, handbooks, questionnaires, requisitions, contracts, and other materials from marginal notes, rough drafts, or verbal instructions.May serve as receptionist to students, teachers, District employees, and the general public; answer inquiries and furnish information requiring a knowledge of basic school standards, procedures, rules, regulations, programs, and policies.Perform a wide variety of general clerical work including the maintenance of accurate and detailed records, verifying accuracy of information, researching discrepancies and recording information; maintain and post data relating to attendance, cumulative student records and other specialized records.Register new students; obtain necessary documents and forms; input information into a computer; provide information to students and parents.Maintain and update emergency cards as needed.Receive, sort, and distribute incoming and outgoing correspondence.Receive and reply to oral and written requests for information.Assist in other areas at times of reduced office staff or peak periods including in the areas of school clerical activities.Operate a variety of standard office machines.May accompany student(s) on bus to and from school and on field trips to provide needed health care and specialized healthcare procedures.Lifts and positions students with physical impairments or disabilities as needed.Perform related duties as assigned.Click to view complete job description. Minimum Qualifications Education:Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED). Successful completion of an accredited vocational nursing program is required.Experience:Six (6) months experience working as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is desirable, and pediatric nursing experience highly desirable.Licenses and Certifications:Current active license as a vocational nurse in California.Possession and maintenance of valid CPR and First Aid certification from an approved source, such as American Red Cross or American Heart Association.Typing Speed Requirement:30 net words per minuteTyping test will be administered to validate typing speed Employment Standards Application FilingApplications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period. An eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies. Applicants will receive notifications electronically by email only. The following documents are REQUIRED attachments to the application:Valid license as a Vocational Nurse (LVN) in California.Valid CPR and First Aid certification from an approved source, such as American Red Cross or American Heart AssociationExaminationThe examination components consist of a qualifying written multiple-choice, performance, and oral exam. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be required to take the exam and are notified via email communication of the scheduled date, time, and location. A valid picture identification is required prior to admittance.After the exam procedure concludes for this recruitment, an eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies. When eligibility lists include open and promotional lists of qualified persons through competitive examination, the promotional list will be used first, unless otherwise stated on this bulletin.Work Schedule:This position typically works full-time, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, and observes an 11-month calendar. Salary and Benefits: The salary rate for a new employee is at the first step of the appropriate salary schedule for the position. The probationary period is 130 work days (not counting sick, industrial accident). Upon becoming permanent, a one-step salary advance shall be granted with future annual advances up to the fifth step of the salary schedule. The District provides and contributes to a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, term life insurance) per contract year for each employee and eligible dependents. View the benefit matrix.Holidays and LeavesSeventeen (17) paid holidays that fall within the work year, pursuant to the District's Collective Bargaining Agreement with California Schools Employees Association Chapter 296 (CSEA). Sick leave shall be granted in the proportion of daily hours worked. Vacation is earned at the prescribed rate as part of compensation, and does not become vested until after completion of the initial probationary period.Physical DemandsThe usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and twisting at waist; walking, standing and sitting for extended periods; hand and finger dexterity for keyboarding/typing, use of computer mouse and touchpad, and writing instruments; vision and hearing in normal range with or without correction. Working EnvironmentThis job is generally performed in an Indoor office environment. Exposures: temperature swings in climate-controlled and/or outdoor environments; various noises from office equipment/machines, medical equipment, employees, students, and the public; fumes/odors, such as disinfectants, sanitizers, cleaners, medications, fragrances; bloodborne pathogens, and other health/medicinal-related odors while providing care for medically fragile and/or injured students; risk of injury and/or illness as well as hazards, such as malfunctioning medical equipment. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIn accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Palmdale School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity. For further information regarding Palmdale School District's non-discrimination, sexual harassment and Title IX policies and/or Coordinator contact information, please click the following link: https://www.palmdalesd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4326699&type=d&pREC_ID=2532815For further information regarding Palmdale School District's Personnel Sexual Harassment Board Policy, BP 4119.11, please click the following link:https://4.files.edl.io/c982/03/14/24/221235-151840c2-594e-486f-ad29-e288bcb5b8a8.pdfOffers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, and life up to the maximum district contribution for eligible employees. More detailed information regarding benefit package eligibility will be presented at time of employment offer.01 The following supplemental questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to the position of Health Assistant-LVN. Your answers are required for your application to be considered complete. The information that you provide will be evaluated as it stands, and revisions to clarify the information provided are not allowed.Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Overstating your skill level is considered false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information will be disqualified from further consideration.NOTE: All work experience and education that is described or included in your response(s) must be reflected in the "Work Experience" and "Education" sections of the application. A résumé or other documentation to convey this information will not be considered in lieu of completing all sections of the application. I have read and understand the statement and instructions 02 Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED? (proof may be required.) Yes No 03 Do you possess a valid license as a Vocational Nurse (LVN). If so, please attach. Yes No 04 Do you possess a valid CPR and First Aid training certificate? If so, please attach (both certificates are required). Yes No 05 Indicate your years of experience performing work as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). None Less than six months Six months to less than one year One year to less than two years Two years or more 06 Indicate the number of years that best describes your general clerical experience. None Less than six months Six months to less than one year One year to less than two years Two years or more 07 Indicate the net words per minute that you type. A typing test will be administered to validate your response. 30 - 39 net words per minute 40 - 49 net words per minute 50 - 59 net words per minute 60 net words per minute or more 08 All required licenses and certifications stated above must be attached to your application. Failure to attach the required documents to your application will result in disqualification. I have read and understand the above statement and requirement. 09 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: I certify that all of my statements in this supplemental application are true, and understand if I have made any false statements, I may be disqualified or dismissed. Yes No Required Question