Senior Health Assistant

Salary: $29.75 - $36.86 Hourly
Location : Within the boundaries of the Long Beach Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Part Time 10-months (less than 20 hrs/week no ben)
Job Number: 27-0013-5174
Department: Nursing Services
Opening Date: 06/29/2026


Job Summary
Please note:

All applications must be submitted online. If you would like application assistance our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Our office is located at 4400 Ladoga Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713.

All notices for this recruitment will be sent via email.

The current need in this classification is to fill part-time, 3.8 hours per day, 5 days per week positions.
Under general direction, provide a variety of specialized health services to students at assigned school sites; administer first aid and CPR and screen ill or injured students in accordance with State laws and District regulations; prepare and maintain related records, files and reports; perform related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties


The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Provide a variety of specialized health services to students at assigned school sites; observe student health needs and provide information to parents and guardians, community associations, social service agencies and other available resources to obtain health care. E
• Administer first aid to ill or injured students; perform CPR; take temperatures; distribute adhesive bandages, ice and compresses as necessary; maintain log of student coming into the health office. E
• Administer medications such as Diastat, insulin, Epi-Pens, immunizations and Tuberculin Skin Tests according to physician instructions and established District procedures; administer medications via gastrostomy tubes as required. E
• Observe diabetic students who self-monitor blood sugar levels and self-administer insulin; check blood sugar levels and inject insulin as appropriate. E
• Accompany students on field trips and other community based settings to meet the health needs of students; assist in maintaining student discipline. E
• Perform specialized medical procedures such as tracheostomy care,catheterization , and gastrostomy feedings. E
• Screen students for lice and other health conditions; notify appropriate personnel, personal physicians and parents of health conditions as required. E
• Notify parents, guardians, emergency personnel and other authorized persons when students need to be sent home or to health care agencies for emergency services; update student emergency cards; assist parents with health related forms. E
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, files and reports related to student health, nutrition, medications and daily health office activities; review records for compliance with applicable regulations; maintain confidentiality of student health information. E
• Maintain the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition; maintain inventory and order first aid and health office supplies. E
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer; operate standard health office instruments and equipment; drive a personal vehicle to conduct work. E
• Assist in the facilitation and preparation of health screenings and immunization programs; provide referrals to community health care providers as needed; follow up on health care provider referrals. E
• Report suspected contagious and communicable diseases to appropriate District personnel. E
• Assist individual students with personal hygiene, diapering and toileting as necessary; physically assist students with disabilities as needed.
• Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required.

Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Employment Standards
Knowledge of:

Applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned nursing activities.


Health office practices, terminology, procedures and equipment.

Medical symptoms and conditions applicable to school-aged children.

Uses and effects of prescribed medications.

Accepted methods and principles of personal hygiene.

Health and safety regulations.

First aid and CPR procedures.

Operation of a computer and assigned software.

Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to:

Provide a variety of specialized health services to students.

Administer prescribed medications according to physician instructions and established District procedures.

Perform specialized medical procedures such as tracheostomy care,catheterization , and gastrostomy feedings.

Screen ill or injured students.

Compile data and prepare reports.

Work independently with little direction.

Administer first aid and CPR to students.

Observe health and safety regulations.

Utilize a variety of health instruments and office equipment.

Interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Complete work with many interruptions.

Operate a computer and assigned software.

Prepare and maintain records related to assigned activities.
Education and Training:

Graduation from high school supplemented at a minimum by completion of a Licensed Vocational Nurse program approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
Experience:

One year of experience working in a health care service environment. Experience working with school-aged children is highly desirable.
Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered.
Special Requirements
Incumbents in this classification at a minimum must possess and maintain licensure to practice in California as a Licensed Vocational Nurse throughout employment in this classification.

Incumbents in this classification must possess and maintain a valid CPR Card issued by an authorized agency throughout employment in this classification.

Positions in this class require the use of personal automobile and possession of a valid California class C Driver's license.
If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Nondiscrimination Statement : The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, or bullying, targeted at any student or employee by anyone, based on the student or employees actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy and related conditions, parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, 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.
For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations,1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io and 504 Coordinator: Jenny R. Acosta, Program Administrator, 2221 Argonne Ave, LB 90815, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io.

If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
The District provides excellent medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits as well as an income protection plan for eligible Classified employees.

For more information regarding health benefits please visit:
Classified employees earn paid vacation at the initial rate of 14 days for full-time 12 month employees (.055 hour for each hour worked) and receive increases after 5, 10, and 15 years of service for a total of 21 days after 15 years.

12 month Classified employees earn 13 working days of sick leave each year which are accumulated indefinitely. Employees of other California school districts who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to LBUSD in accordance with the California Education Code.

12 month Classified employees receive 14 paid holidays per year.
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Completion of the following supplemental questions is required of all applicants. This is considered a test component in the examination process. An evaluation of candidates' responses will be made by a screening panel following the application deadline. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. It is important that your responses are clear and concise. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. Your Work Experience in the application must also include all of your recent and relevant experience in order for your application and supplemental to be considered. For those questions to which you have no response, please indicate "no response".DO NOT refer the reader to your resume. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completion of the required application or supplemental materials. Please answer by selecting "Yes" as confirmation that you read these instructions.

• Yes, I have read the instructions.

02


This position requires graduation from high school or equivalent supplemented at a minimum by completion of a Licensed Vocational Nurse program approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03


Please list the license you possess that qualifies you for this position. (In order for your application to be considered, you must attach or submit a copy of your current and valid license by the closing date of the recruitment.)
04


This position requires at least one year of experience working in a health care service environment. Do you meet this requirement?(This experience MUST be reflected in your application and work experience. Failure to provide this information clearly may disqualify you from moving forward with this recruitment)

• Yes
• No

05


Are you willing and able to perform all the duties of the job including items such as taking temperatures, administering medications including Epi-Pens and via gastronomy tubes?

• Yes
• No

06


Are you willing and able to work in an environment with potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you willing and able to observe health and safety regulations?

• Yes
• No

08


Are you willing and able to screen ill or injured students?

• Yes
• No

09


Are you willing and able to utilize a variety of health instruments and office equipment?

• Yes
• No

10


Are you willing and able to assist individual students with personal hygiene, diapering and toileting as necessary?

• Yes
• No

11


Are you willing and able to physically assist students with disabilities as needed?

• Yes
• No

12


Are you willing and able to perform specialized medical procedures such as tracheostomy care, catheterization, and gastrostomy feedings?

• Yes
• No

13


Are you willing and able to accompany students on field trips and other community based settings to meet the health needs of students and assist in maintaining student discipline?

• Yes
• No

14


Are you willing and able to attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required of the position?

• Yes
• No

15


This position requires at a minimum must possess and maintain licensure to practice in California as a Licensed Vocational Nurse throughout employment in this classification. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

16


This position requires you to possess and maintain a valid CPR Card issued by an authorized agency throughout employment. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

17


Positions in the class require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid California class C driver's license. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

18


Please certify that you have reviewed your work experience and supplemental section for completeness and accuracy, ensuring that all relevant work experience is reflected. (This experience MUST be reflected in your application and work experience. Failure to provide this information clearly may disqualify you from moving forward with this recruitment.)

• I certify that my application is complete and accurate.

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I understand that exam segments may be conducted online and may require access to a computer with an internet connection and Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. The exam components may also require access to a computer, smart phone, or tablet with internet connection and a video recording device. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact Personnel Commission immediately proceeding the exam invitation requiring such devices if I do not have access to the required technology.

• Yes, I understand

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PLEASE NOTE: All notifications will be sent via email.Applicants must check their emails on a regular basis to find out their status on an application. Emails we send may be caught by spam filters and it is the responsibility of the applicant to check their spam/junk folder.

• I am aware I must check my emails, including spam/junk folder, on a regular basis to find out the status of my application. All notifications will be sent via email.

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