We seek a team member with the following qualifications: - RN with an unrestricted license in California
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing or health-related field
- High-level of proficiency working with Google Drive, web browsers, and Microsoft Office
- Ability to quickly reach proficiency in school-specific database and communication programs
- Familiarity with immunization requirements for the State of California
- Ability to relate to and communicate with multiple-age groups and constituencies
- Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions
- Availability to work 8:00-4:00 PM with a lunch break, year-round
Essential Functions Triage: - Administer first aid to students and staff as necessary
- Administer prescription and over-the-counter medications as authorized by parents
- Log treatment notes in electronic health portal
- Notify teachers and administrators of significant illness or injury
- Determine when to call for emergency services
- Determine when an injured or ill student must leave campus
Immunizations: - Gather immunization records from parents/guardians at enrollment and at required grades
- Record status of all immunizations in electronic health portal
- Create state-required “Blue Cards”
- Work with the front desk to recover missing immunizations
- Report immunization status to state annually
Student Health Management: - Maintain all school-required electronic health and permission forms
- Update electronic health forms annually
- Maintain hard copy prescription and over-the-counter medication permission forms
Infectious Illness Prevention and Response: - Participate in Safety Committee Team meetings
- Coordinate with public health agencies and provide information to administration
- Participate in the establishment of health-related protocols and policies
- Monitor symptoms of infectious illnesses
Emergency Preparedness: - Generate forms for classroom emergency backpacks and stock with medical supplies
- Maintain inventory of emergency medical supplies in storage
- Work with the front desk to hire outside vendor for bi-annual CPR, AED, and first aid training for staff
- Gather specialized forms and medications for field trips and outdoor education trips
Communication: - Notify the front desk of infectious disease or lice outbreaks
First Aid/Nurses Room: - Manage OTC and prescription medication and first aid supplies
- Manage student communication with parents/guardians in case of illness or injury
Front Office Support: - Answer school phone and support Front Desk during "overflow" moments
- Provide Front Desk coverage during breaks and lunch
Alta Vista School is dedicated to nurturing an inclusive community that celebrates all aspects of our multifaceted identities. We believe that in order to sustain such a community, we must engage in intentional and ongoing processes of institutional and self-reflection to make Alta Vista a safe environment for our students, faculty, and families. We strive for all members of our community to become agents for positive change in the evolving world. The Alta Vista School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, or disability. Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience! Please send a single document (pdf) with your letter of interest, resume, and three references to: Jenny.Sommer@altavistaschoolsf.org **** PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE NAIS WEBSITE - Applications will NOT be read *** Questions? Give us a call: 415-467-3700 |