Licensed Vocational Nurse, 7 hrs/day (Transition to Adult Living- Placer High School Campus)

• Certification (Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse Certificate)
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3)
• Resume

CLASS TITLE: LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Director of Pupil Services, provide a variety of health services to
students and staff including first aid, screening of ill or injured students and emergency care; serve
as a technical resource to students, parents and staff concerning health services, issues, problems
and related information; provide health referral, mandated screening, testing, immunization and
record-keeping services.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Provide a variety of health services to students; screen and evaluate medical conditions of students;
examine students for illness, injury and medical emergency; administer first aid as necessary; provide
emergency care as needed; assure optimal health of students and staff; assist in assuring related
activities comply with established laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Serve as a technical resource to students and staff concerning health services, issues, problems and
related information; respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information concerning
medications, and health care procedures.
Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of individual education plans; confer with the
teacher concerning educational objectives, health conditions, lesson plans, student progress,
behavior and materials to meet student needs.
Monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects including
vocational education as assigned; assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson
plans; assist students by taking notes, answering questions, providing proper examples,
emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
Assist students with resolving health issues and students with medical needs.
Assist students with physical and occupational therapy activities, including developing motor
skills and related exercises as directed; assist students with physical education activities; utilize
adaptive equipment; escort students to and from classes; push students in wheelchair; lift
students in and out of wheelchair and orthopedic equipment and position student; load and
unload students on buses as assigned.
Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects in various subject
areas; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; report progress regarding
student performance and behavior.
Assist students with communication, cognitive and sensory perception skills; read booksto students
and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist children with word pronunciation and
recognition; assist students with the development of social and independent living skills.
Explain and assure student understanding of classroom assignments and homework instructions;
explain words and concepts as necessary; assist students with meeting educational goals and
objectives.
Operate a variety specialized medical equipment, such as feeding pumps, Hoyer Lift, Easy
Stand, oral suctioning pump, Voyager swing, gastronomy, suction, respiratory, orthopedic and
various other medical equipment; utilize a computer and other related office equipment.
Assist students with resolving health issues and students with special medical needs.
Utilize adaptive equipment; escort students to and from classes; push students in wheelchair; lift
students in and out of wheelchair and orthopedic equipment and position students; load and
unload students on buses as assigned.
Assist students with enhancing eating skills and performing eating activities; administer suctioning
and tube feedings as required; toilet students and change diapers and soiled clothing as required.
Compile information and prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to health
services.
Dispense medications according to physician instructions.
Communicate with students, personnel and a variety of outside agencies and coordinate
activities.
Operate a variety of medical instruments and equipment.
Attend various meetings as assigned; assist in and conduct emergency plans, related training and
other in-services for staff as assigned.
May accompany or drive students on community based outings, jobs, or field trips.

OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Health office practices, procedures and equipment.
General practices, procedures and techniques involved in the identification, treatment and
resolution of health problems.
Specialized health care procedures for physically and mentally disabled students.
Operation of gastronomy, catheterization, suction, respiratory, adaptive and orthopedic and other
medical and therapeutic equipment.
Health and safety regulations.
First aid and CPR methods and procedures.
Clean and sterile treatment techniques.
Medical procedures associated with special health care needs.
Basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Operation of a variety of specialized medical equipment.
Public health agencies and local health care resources.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
Public speaking techniques.

ABILITY TO:
Provide a variety of health services to students and staff including first aid, screening of ill or
injured students and emergency care.
Serve as a technical resource to students and staff concerning health services, issues, problems
and related information.
Assist in meeting the special needs of assigned students in areas related to feeding, toileting,
positioning, hygiene, motor skill, sensory and physical therapy functions.
Operate gastronomy, suction, respiratory, adaptive and orthopedic and other medical and
therapeutic equipment.
Prepare and maintain student immunization and health records and files.
Develop individual health care and emergency plans for students with special medical needs.
Refer students and parents to appropriate community resources for recommended health services.
Screen students for various health and safety concerns.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Prepare and deliver oral presentations.
Operate a variety of specialized medical equipment.
Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Compile and verify data and prepare reports.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Work independently with little direction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level
course work in nursing, health care or a related field and two years of health care experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid registration as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
Valid California Driver’s License
Complete a DMV Pull form
 Adhere to PUHSD’s Board Policies and Administrative Regulations regarding of driving students
in district purchased vehicles.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Health office environment.
Subject to emergency medical situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized medical equipment.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor students.
Lifting and moving students as assigned by position.
Bending at waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling light objects as assigned.

HAZARDS:
Contact with blood and other body fluids.
Potential for contact with blood-borne pathogens and communicable disease. 

Philip Downs