School Nurse at Mendocino County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Mendocino County Office of Education is a public agency whose primary purpose is to provide educational leadership, resources and services to schools to ensure wide-ranging educational opportunities for all students. This mission is accomplished through cooperative efforts with teachers, school districts, families, and communities; through direct instructional programs and administrative services; and through coordination with the California Department of Education and other agencies.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor, provide school health and nursing services to Mendocino County Office of Education (MCOE) member districts; promote health and prevention education and safety; and refer students, parents or guardians to appropriate community resources or recommended health service programs.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
• Possess a valid School Health Services Credential; OR • Be eligible to apply for said Credential by meeting the subsequent two requirements, as well as willingness to complete additional coursework required to clear Credential; • Possess a valid California State License at the level of a Registered Nurse; • A Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing, • Three (3) years of nursing experience, with one (1) year in a community health setting is desirable. • Possess a valid First-Aid and CPR Certificate; • Possess or obtain within the first year of employment a valid School Audiometrist Certificate; • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License; • Provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit: • An online application; • A signed and dated cover letter addressing specific competencies for the position; • A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization, and compensation history; • Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation that have been signed and dated; • A certified copy of required Degree or Credential(s) and transcripts due at time of hire.
BENEFITS Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) and may elect to be a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• Possess a valid School Health Services Credential; OR • Be eligible to apply for said Credential by meeting the subsequent two requirements, as well as willingness to complete additional coursework required to clear Credential; • Possess a valid California State License at the level of a Registered Nurse; • A Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing, • Three (3) years of nursing experience, with one (1) year in a community health setting is desirable. • Possess a valid First-Aid and CPR Certificate; • Possess or obtain within the first year of employment a valid School Audiometrist Certificate; • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License; • Provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit: • An online application; • A signed and dated cover letter addressing specific competencies for the position; • A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization, and compensation history; • Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation that have been signed and dated; • A certified copy of required Degree or Credential(s) and transcripts due at time of hire.
BENEFITS Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) and may elect to be a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Comments and Other Information
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO LIST AT LEAST TWO DIRECT SUPERVISORS AS CONTACTS FOR YOUR REFERENCES ON YOUR APPLICATION.
PLEASE UPLOAD ALL DOCUMENTS IN .PDF FORMATTING.
THANK YOU.
Comments and Other Information
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO LIST AT LEAST TWO DIRECT SUPERVISORS AS CONTACTS FOR YOUR REFERENCES ON YOUR APPLICATION.
PLEASE UPLOAD ALL DOCUMENTS IN .PDF FORMATTING.
THANK YOU.
Application Deadline
8/23/2023 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
3/23/2023
Contact
Sarah Johnston
(707) 467-5012
(707) 467-5012
Number of Openings
3
Add'l Salary Info
$55.18 - $84.20 per hour, $81,664 - $124,616 annually as per Column I of the School Nurse salary schedule. An additional $2,057 is awarded for a Master’s Degree, or $2,742 is awarded for a Doctorate Degree.
Length of Work Year
8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 185 days, 10 months per year, beginning as soon as possible, pending successful fingerprint clearance and submission of a recent tuberculosis screening test as required by the California Education Code.
Employment Type
Full Time