Nurse Head Start/Early Head Start at Para Los Ninos
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 Summary
In partnership with the Health/Nutrition Coordinator, the Nurse ensures the timely and effective delivery and documentation of health-related services to Para Los Niños Head Start/Early Head Start/Early 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 any and all necessary medical and dental services. The nurse participates as an essential member of the Head Start/Early Head Start leadership team with coordinators from Education, Mental Health, Disabilities, Nutrition, Health and Family and Community Engagement in order to provide a comprehensive child development program. DUTIES: Guiding Philosophy 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. 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. Essential Functions: Monitoring Ensure PLN Head Start/Early Head Start complies with the health and safety-related regulations in the Head Start/Early Head Start Act and Performance Standards and mandates in the LACOE GIMS. Ensure PLN Head Start/Early Head Start complies with the health and safety-related California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regulations Ensures the implementation of mandated and recommended child care health and safety standards (e.g., CCLD regulations, Caring for Our Children (CFOC) 3rd Edition, and other child care health and safety resources) Oversees/completes quarterly health-related classroom monitoring f
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience, Education/Training/Certification 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 pediatrics, bachelor’s in nursing health education preferred 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 License/Special Requirements Current nursing licensure DOJ Clearance TB clearance, to be renewed every two years. Health Screening Vaccines (measles, pertussis, influenza)
COVID-19 Vaccine required for all employees Must have all vaccinations and applicable boosters for Covid-19.
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience, Education/Training/Certification 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 pediatrics, bachelor’s in nursing health education preferred 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 License/Special Requirements Current nursing licensure DOJ Clearance TB clearance, to be renewed every two years. Health Screening Vaccines (measles, pertussis, influenza)
COVID-19 Vaccine required for all employees Must have all vaccinations and applicable boosters for Covid-19.
Comments and Other Information
Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff
Candidates for employment at a Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following:
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
It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff
Candidates for employment at a Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following:
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
It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
Application Deadline
1/23/2023 12:20:04 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/8/2022
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$60,984 - $83,853
Length of Work Year
10 1/2 Months
Employment Type
Full Time