Early Education - Public Health Nurse (LVN or RN)

About PLN     Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños provides education and wraparound support, serving over 10,000 children, youth, and families annually in some of the most underserved areas in Los Angeles. PLN fosters pathways to success by striving for excellence in education, family support, and comprehensive social-emotional, and community-based services.     Through early education, TK-8th grade education, youth workforce services, and family and community services Para Los-Niño’s’ model provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to break the cycle of poverty and help children and youth thrive.     Position Overview     Under the direct supervision of the Health & Nutrition Coordinator (HNC), the Early Education School Nurse ensures the timely and effective delivery and documentation of health-related services to Para Los Niños EHS/HS children and families. The nurse will be expected to collaborate with outside health professionals to establish partnerships that can support children and families to receive all necessary medical and dental services and documentation.       Duties  Ensure compliance with Head Start/Early Head Start (HS/EHS) health and safety regulations, LACOE GIMS, and California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) standards. Implement childcare health and safety guidelines, conduct quarterly classroom monitoring, and ensure corrective actions. Review and maintain child health records in ChildPlus (CP), track immunizations, and complete health referrals. Develop individualized health plans (IHPs) with providers and parents. Monitor medication administration, conduct TB risk assessments, and support vision/hearing screenings. Prepare LACOE Monthly Health Status Reports and update ChildPlus with critical health changes. Support families in following Bright Futures/AAP health schedules. Communicate health needs to staff and assist in developing IHPs. Follow up on medical concerns and absences, interpret doctor’s orders, and link families to healthcare services. Assist in preparing the annual Health Services Action Plan and facilitate parent education. Provide health-related training to staff, including vision & hearing equipment use and medication administration. Deliver mandated pre-service health trainings and ongoing staff education. Participates in continuing education activities when applicable for maintaining a license or certificate. Carries out Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards, requirements of the Head Start/Early Head Start Act, and the requirements of the LACOE contract.    Attends/participates in: 1) Professional Development Activities, 2) Supervision, and 3) Individualized Professional Development Goals/Activities.   Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics     Understanding of and ability to use technology such at Learning Genie and other agency required programs.   Must have a reliable automobile for use on the job (mileage to be reimbursed).  Valid California Driver License.  State required automobile insurance coverage.  Has knowledge of health and safety mandates in the Head Start/Early Head Start Act (EHS/HS) and Performance Standards.   Has knowledge of health and safety-related California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regulations.  Qualifications for Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)  Graduate from a California-approved vocational nursing program, have military education and experience equivalent to a LVN training program, or have at least 51 months of paid bedside nursing experience under an RN, Physician, or another qualified professional.  Pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).  Current unrestricted Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) required.  Minimum two years' experience in health services (administering or providing direct service), preferably in pediatrics.    Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish are preferred, and we celebrate linguistic diversity, valuing the unique perspectives and strengths that multilingual team members bring to our organization.  Travel Requirements: Up to 75% to Para Los Ninos Early Education Centers. Compensation: $24.79 - $32.69/hour   Qualifications for Registered Nurse (RN)  Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required, a Bachelor's Degree is preferred.    Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) required.  Minimum two years' experience in health services (administering or providing direct service), preferably in pediatrics.  Strong written and oral communication skills in English are preferred, and we celebrate linguistic diversity, valuing the unique perspectives and strengths that multilingual team members bring to our organization.  Travel Requirements: Up to 75% to Para Los Ninos Early Education Centers.  Compensation: $69,638 - $90,561 annually.  Physical Requirements     To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily.     Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.      Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend.    Must be able to speak and hear well.      Good vision is imperative.      Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.      Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance .   TB test clearance to be renewed every two years.   Verification of Immunizations required by the California Department of Health (Pertussis, Measles and Influenza).   This job description does not encompass all essential functions and responsibilities. Para Los Niños reserves the right to modify or add to the typical duties of a position at any time.  Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff       Candidates for employment at Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following:    Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños.    Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families.    Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues.    Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development.    Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.    Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team.    Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition.    Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationships with families and children informed by the students’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.    Excellent oral and written communication skills.    Ability to effectively handle challenging situations.    Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches.    Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.    Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer        It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.

Salary : $69,638 - $90,561