Senior Health Services Specialist (RN)

Under the supervision of the assigned administrator and/or assigned designee, and under the professional direction of a California credentialed District school nurse, a Senior Health Services Specialist may be required to implement specialized health care procedures for medically fragile children, assists nursing personnel in managing the physical health conditions of students, and maintain student health records.

Examples of Duties

• Maintain District standards of excellent customer service and professional behavior in various and sometimes challenging situations.
• Access and monitor District email daily to receive important updates from school and District administration.
• Participate in staff development and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Administers blood pressure monitoring, catheterization, diabetic management, gastrostomy tube feeding method, gastrostomy tube reinsertion, intravenous medication, and infusion (with tube in place), siliastic catheterization, feeding or medicating, mechanical ventilation, ostomy care, oxygen administration, respiratory assistance with inhaler or mechanical nebulizer, tracheotomy care including cleaning, suctioning and tube replacement.
• Ensures all specialized health care procedures are provided under specified written provisions approved by physician and district nurse with the parent’s written consent.
• Administers prescribed medications according to instructions and district policies.
• Implements emergency health care plan as designated by the district nurse, parent and physician.
• Assesses, treats and evaluates students with diabetes. Perform calculations of insulin dosages according to regular and sliding scale adjustments and administer insulin. Teach independent living skills including insulin management, administration and evaluation of blood glucose levels to students with diabetes and their families according to Individualized Health Care Plans as necessary.
• Appropriate administration of rectal diastat.
• Communicates with the district nurse any observed medical conditions of the assigned student(s).
• Participates in IEP meetings as requested.
• Records appropriate medical procedures on daily log.
• Audits, reviews, and updates records to ensure health services and compliance. Maintains confidentiality of records.
• Prepares notices and correspondence to parents, doctors, and clinics to obtain health services, records and reports, and to refer students for necessary services.
• Provides staff with current information regarding specific health problems of their students.
• Consults with district nurse regarding first aid and emergency care of student(s). Oversees and implements emergency and/or medical health plans, policies and procedures.
• Communicates and builds positive working relationships with staff, parents/guardians, community partners and health service providers concerning health needs of enrolled students.
• Participates in routine in-service training as required and provides orientation and in-service training to other staff members.
• Trains and provides assistance related to health services to parents/guardians, family health services liaisons, and appropriate licensed or unlicensed staff.
• Provides health education training and guidance to students, parents and staff.
• Consults with staff regarding health information as needed.
• Demonstrates and models safe, prudent work behaviors and practices that result in a safe and healthy environment.
• Conducts routine screening procedures.
• Provides follow-up for health problems identified during vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening using standardized information.
• May assist with school site health technician functions as needed.

May be assigned out of class work as prescribed by Merit Rules and Regulations.

Typical Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited Registered Nurse Program, and any combination of two years nursing experience working with healthy and medically fragile children. Successful completion of the Merit examination process is required.

Licenses and Certificates

Valid California Registered Nurse License from an accredited program. Possession of a valid California driver’s license.Current CPR and First Aid certification card(s).

Supplemental Information

The eligibility list resulting from this dual certification recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies. The following documents must be submitted with your application:

• Registered Nurse License
• First Aid/CPR certificate
• Resume (optional)

Employment Selection and Procedure

Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).

Dual Certification

Dual certification examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. Promotional candidates shall receive seniority credit in the amount of one-fourth of one point for each year of regular service (not to exceed 5 points) added to their passing score. The top three rankings will be certified for consideration for hire.

Examination Information

Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility. A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however, they may NOT be submitted in lieu of the application. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include:

• Application Screening: Qualifying
• Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 100%

Pay: $34.60 - $38.16 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person