TRANSFER/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY - Licensed Vocational Nurse DHSHS at Palm Springs Unified School District
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services. It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success: We foster - A growth mindset - Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments - An every-student, every-day mentality - Highly engaging learning opportunities - Instruction that is tailored to student needs - Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential Join our PSUSD Team!
Requirements / Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE: *Current TEAMS2 Bargaining Unit employees will be given first consideration* A current probationary or permanent employee in the posted classification may apply for this transfer opportunity. All other PSUSD employees may also apply for this promotional opportunity if they have completed their probationary period in their current classification. **To receive the password to submit your online transfer/promotional application, please call (760) 883-2715, option 1 Classified HR - Abby or option 2 Certificated HR - Ailyn.** Completed online transfer applications are due no later than 3:30 PM on the indicated deadline date.
Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following documentation attached: 1) Proof of high school graduation, or equivalent 2) Valid State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse 3) Adult/Child/Infant First Aid and CPR certificates issued by an authorized agency (required within 30 days of hire if you do not have one). 4) Completion of Target Success Sketch is required. An incomplete Target Sketch questionnaire may subject applicant to disqualification. If you have not taken the Target Sketch questionnaire, it will appear during the application process.
- Certificate Copy (Valid State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse)
- Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of high school graduation, or equivalent)
Requirements / Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE: *Current TEAMS2 Bargaining Unit employees will be given first consideration* A current probationary or permanent employee in the posted classification may apply for this transfer opportunity. All other PSUSD employees may also apply for this promotional opportunity if they have completed their probationary period in their current classification. **To receive the password to submit your online transfer/promotional application, please call (760) 883-2715, option 1 Classified HR - Abby or option 2 Certificated HR - Ailyn.** Completed online transfer applications are due no later than 3:30 PM on the indicated deadline date.
Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following documentation attached: 1) Proof of high school graduation, or equivalent 2) Valid State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse 3) Adult/Child/Infant First Aid and CPR certificates issued by an authorized agency (required within 30 days of hire if you do not have one). 4) Completion of Target Success Sketch is required. An incomplete Target Sketch questionnaire may subject applicant to disqualification. If you have not taken the Target Sketch questionnaire, it will appear during the application process.
- Certificate Copy (Valid State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse)
- Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of high school graduation, or equivalent)
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Lead Nurse/Principal, provide a variety of health services to students and staff including first aid, screening of ill or injured students and emergency care; administer medications/and or specialized treatment to students according to physician instructions; serve as a technical resource to students, parents and staff concerning health services, issues, problems and related information; provide health referral, mandated screening, testing, immunization and record-keeping services; perform related clerical work as required. **PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION**
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in nursing, health care or a related field and two years of health care experience.
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• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits
unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or
perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth,
termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability;
medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or,
association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access
to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available
from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Lead Nurse/Principal, provide a variety of health services to students and staff including first aid, screening of ill or injured students and emergency care; administer medications/and or specialized treatment to students according to physician instructions; serve as a technical resource to students, parents and staff concerning health services, issues, problems and related information; provide health referral, mandated screening, testing, immunization and record-keeping services; perform related clerical work as required. **PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION**
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in nursing, health care or a related field and two years of health care experience.
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• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits
unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or
perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth,
termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability;
medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or,
association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access
to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available
from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination
Application Deadline
4/28/2026 3:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/21/2026
Contact
Robert Soria
760-883-2715
760-883-2715
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Range 33, TEAMS 2
Length of Work Year
8 Hours, 10.25 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Desert Hot Springs High School
Physical Requirements
Frequent lifting, bending & reaching.
Position
#2-535-007