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Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Partners in Special EducationPasadena, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$28.00–$36.50 hourly
Job description

Starting Pay Range

28.00 - $36.50 - Hourly

Depending on experience

Job Description :

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following :

Under the direct supervision of the school nurse, the licensed vocational nurse :

  • Contributes to the development and implementation of teaching plan and self-care for patient.
  • Participates in planning with the school nurse to meet student needs.
  • Executes interventions as per the treatment and health care plans.
  • Contributes to the evaluation of interventions and treatment.
  • Monitors ill / injured students.
  • Take basic vital signs.
  • Helps to monitor immunization records and follows up to collect data needed.
  • Collects data to share with school nurse to assist in health care planning.
  • Maintains student health records.
  • Under supervision, the LVN may administer medications / injections while providing basic nursing care.
  • Assist with crisis response (following written plan).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

  • Ability to work independently and efficiently, exercising reasonable judgment, in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and demonstrate problem-solving skills, while maintaining courtesy, professionalism, and a customer service attitude.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to travel as needed.

    • Education and Experience :

  • Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED). Successful completion of an accredited vocational nursing program is required.
  • 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.
  • The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and / or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.