LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
DEFINITION
Under the supervision of an administrator, and direction of a registered nurse assists and performs a wide range of technical and skilled nursing duties and provides physical care for students within the scope of practice for a Licensed Vocational Nurse; participates in maintaining student health records; supervises assigned staff; and performs other related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Licensed Vocational Nurse classification differs from the Health Technician classifications and is assigned to Hope School. Incumbents are required to possess a Licensed Vocational Nurse certification. The Health Services Technician I classification is the entry-level class in the Health Services Technician Series. Incumbents are assigned to Junior High and High school sites and may provide health services to students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
Administers specialized physical health care services including gastrostomy and nasogastric feedings and catheterizations; assists or initiates emergency procedures which include seizure disorders and allergic reactions; provides toileting, tracheotomy care, suctioning and ostomy care; administers medications to students as prescribed; assists with maintaining orders for daily medications and emergency supplies of medications; assists with triage of students and staff in the health office; administers first aid and CPR; provides instruction to students regarding health care and personal hygiene; lifts and position physically-disabled students as needed; takes vital signs including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration, height and weight and make appropriate entries on medical/health records. Assists with training staff on specialized healthcare procedures that are ordered by a medical doctor; assists with maintaining daily logs and medical records including MediCal billing coordination and Medical Assistance Administration (MAA) billing; updates immunizations on computer system; maintains supplies necessary for health office; uses personal automobile for transportation; performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Training:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by completion of a Licensed Vocational Nurse course of instruction.
Experience:
Two years of experience providing personal care to disabled persons or working in a health care service environment.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR certificate; a valid California Vocational Nurse’s License; a valid, appropriate California Class C driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment; evidence of adequate insurance for a motor vehicle which meets or exceeds the California legal liability insurance requirement and continues to maintain insurability; and personal transportation for job-related travel throughout District.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
Nursing care principles and practices pertaining to the scope of practice;
Anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties;
Basic medications and their effects, as well as potential complications;
Operation and proper use of various medical supplies and equipment used in performing assigned nursing duties;
Aseptic techniques and requirements;
California laws, codes, rules and regulations pertaining to Licensed Vocational Nurses and their related assigned activities;
Health office practices, terminology, procedures and equipment;
Health and safety regulations;
First aid and CPR procedures;
Principles and practices of supervision and training;
Clean and sterile treatment techniques;
Operation of a computer and data entry techniques;
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment;
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques;
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy;
Principles of body mechanics in transferring and providing personal care to non-ambulatory students;
Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills;
Emergency crisis management techniques;
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary;
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques;
Appropriate safety precautions and hygiene standards.
Ability to:
Provide consultation to parents, students, teachers, regarding a variety of health-related activities or concerns;
Screen students for various health and safety concerns;
Compile and verify data and prepare reports;
Train and provide work direction to others;
Work independently with little direction;
Plan and organize work;
Administer First Aid and CPR;
Observe health and safety regulations;
Operate a variety of medical equipment;
Learn, interpret, apply and explain District health policies;
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, parents and District staff;
Communicate in a clear, concise manner appropriate to the development stage of the student;
Complete work with many interruptions;
Operate a computer and assigned software;
Maintain confidentiality of all records related to assigned activities;
Recognize and effectively assist in responding to emergency and/or hazardous conditions;
Perform physically demanding work in lifting, transferring and assisting students;
Maintain emotional control under difficult situations;
Work as a team;
Organize daily tasks and complete them in a timely manner;
Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward students with severe needs;
Document and maintain accurate daily written documentation of specific services performed;
Make accurate mathematical calculations, such as add, subtract, multiply, and divide;
Perform routine clerical support duties.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Incumbents in this class must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time; walk, kneel, stoop/bend repeatedly; lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and over 50 lbs. with assistance; use both hands and legs simultaneously, reach over head, pull hand over hand, use fingers repetitively twisting or applying pressure with wrists or hands; have rapid mental/muscular coordination; maintain balance; have depth perception, see to read small print and distinguish shades; must speak clearly and hear normal voice conversation; and use a telephone and a computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Incumbents in this class work inside and outside, with direct contact with students, staff, and public; work around foul odors, loud noise; work with exposure to bodily fluids, bloodborne pathogens, minor and/or major contagious illnesses; wear gloves; work in negative interpersonal situations (irate students or parents); and work with continuous interruptions and changing priorities; subject to emergency medical situations; Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Salary Range: CSEA/55- Non-exempt
Revised: 07/05/11
