6/30/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted 3/17/2025 Contact Kevin WhiteNumber of Openings 2 Salary Pay Range
$69,638 - $90,561 Annually Length of Work Year 12 months Employment Type Full Time About the Employer
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.
Job Summary Job SummaryPosition 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.
Requirements / QualificationsKnowledge, 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.
Requirements / QualificationsKnowledge, 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.
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