Nurse II ( Hybrid )

• Carries out the Mission, Vision, and Values established by the President/CEO and Board of Directors of Para Los Niños.
• 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.
• Always adheres to professional conduct at all times (e.g., proper tone and language use in the classrooms/site, respectful, proper for children, parents, and peers at all times.
• Attends/participates in: 1) Professional Development Activities, 2) Supervision, and 3) Individualized Professional Development Goals/Activities. 

•  In Partnership with FSS, help to support and encourage families to follow through with the Bright Futures/AAP Periodicity Schedule for Health Assessment Requirements by Age Groups.
•  Communicates any health needs of students to AS and teaching staff including the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized health care plans (IHPs).
• Conducts follow-up with parents/guardians for suspected or identified medical concerns or if a child is consecutively absent due to medical reasons. 
• Interprets doctor’s orders and discusses health plan with parents and teachers to ensure child’s safety and well-being.
• Assists with linking families to community health care systems to ensure that children will continue to receive on-going health care.
• Communicates with parents, FSSs, HSCS, HNC and teachers regarding children’s health and dental status.
• Supports and responds to parent/guardians' questions or concerns related to the health of their child.
• Assists the Health/Nutrition Coordinator in the preparation of the annual Health Services Action Plan.
• In partnership with the HNC, plans and implements staff and parent education materials and meetings. 

• Works in partnership with FSS and HSCS to provide support, training, and mentoring related to health requirements outlined in the Health GIM and the Head Start Performance Standards.
• Assists in annual training of Vision & Hearing Equipment for FSS and HSCS.
• In partnership with HNC, participates in the development, planning and delivery of mandated preservice health trainings for all staff.
• Performs the annual Medication Administration training for preservice including a hand on demonstration with teaching staff for Epi-Pens, Inhalers and other medications to meet program needs.
• Provides medication administration training and education to teaching staff as needed at preservice and throughout the program year as needed. 

• Participates in continuing education activities when applicable for maintaining a license or certificate.
•  Other duties as assigned by HNC to meet program needs.

• The nurse must be a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) and have two to three years’ experience in health services (administering or providing direct service), preferably in pediatrics, bachelor’s in nursing health education required.
• Hold current nursing license • Current certification in CPR/First Aid.
•  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.

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure per state requirements.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Speaking Preferred.
• DOJ Clearance.
• TB clearance, to be renewed every two years.
• Physical Health Screening.
• Vaccines (measles, pertussis, annual influenza, covid-19).

• The nurse must have three years’ experience in health services (administering or providing direct service).
• Hold current nursing license. 
• Current certification in in CPR/First Aid.
• Has Knowledge of health and safety mandates in the Head Start/Early Head Start Act and Performance Standards.
• Has knowledge of health and safety-related California Community Care Licensing Division regulations. 

• Bilingual English/Spanish desirable. 
• TB test clearance to be renewed every two years. 
• Verification of Immunizations required by the California Department of Health (Pertussis, Measles and Influenza) 
• DOJ clearance and all other required background checks 
• 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. 

• 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  

• 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 relationship with parents and children marked by sensitivity to 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