An opportunity is available for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide specialized nursing care to a medically fragile high school student in Escondido, CA. This contract position offers a unique setting where clinical skills intersect with educational support, focusing on delivering compassionate and skilled care within a school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct nursing care to a 1:1 medically fragile high school student.
- Manage complex medical needs including ventilators, tracheostomies, and gastrostomy tubes (g-tubes).
- Accompany and support the student during bus transportation as needed.
- Collaborate with school staff, including paraeducators, RBTs, CNAs, and BCBA consultants to ensure comprehensive care.
- Document nursing interventions and communicate effectively with the broader educational and medical team.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Current California LVN license required.
- Preferred experience working in school settings.
- Hands-on experience with pediatrics and managing medical devices such as vents, trachs, and g-tubes.
- Comfortable riding the bus with the student for transportation.
- Ability to work full-time (35-40 hours per week), five days a week.
Location and Schedule:
- Location: Escondido, California.
- Workweek: Monday through Friday.
- Caseload: One medically fragile high school student.
- Contract duration aligned with the current school year, approximately from January to mid-June.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive compensation package.
- Weekly pay schedule.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
- Matching 401(k) retirement plan.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) for healthcare expenses.
This position offers a rewarding opportunity to apply your LVN expertise in a focused educational setting, providing critical care to a student with special medical needs. Candidates interested in making an impactful difference within a school-based health program are encouraged to apply promptly.
Compensation for this position ranges from $16.25 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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