DESCRIPTION:

Office of the Chief Medical Director

District Nursing Services

COORDINATOR, SCHOOL NURSING

62G (School Support Administrator, Nurse Administrator, 0516)

Coordinates nursing services in a region or in the office of District Nursing Services. Supervises the activities of nursing services personnel in schools and in a region or supervises the work of school nurses who provide District-wide nursing services for specially- funded programs or special nursing services. Serves as a resource person to schools regarding matters of health or District Nursing Services. Primary duties involve coordinating, executing, and overseeing nursing services personnel, programs, initiatives, and providing operational 

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates the operations of nursing services in a region, in Special Education, or in Special Programs
• Interprets the role and function of school nurses, licensed vocational nurses (LVNs), and health care assistants (HCAs) to District personnel, school communities, and community partners/agencies
• Reviews nursing services assignments based on funding allocations and student health needs
• Provides region- or program-wide services to ensure access, equity, and continuity of nursing services and student wellness
• Counsels and informs central office, region, and school personnel regarding school nursing services strategies, policies, and laws to promote student health and well-being and remove barriers to learning
• Plans with multi-disciplinary staff from other divisions, regions, and school staff regarding school nursing services, evidence-based practices, specialized physical health care services (SPHCS), and other school and student health care needs
• Provides direct support to District and region operations staff related to school nursing, student health needs, emergencies, SPHCS, and District, federal, and state policies and mandates
• Collaborates with District Nursing and public health officials to implement communicable disease prevention related to the COVID-19 pandemic
• Develops and reviews professional development, in-service activities, and other opportunities for professional growth for nursing personnel

CONTINUED - PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and analyzes nursing budget, including all funding sources, to implement nursing services at schools or in special programs
• Reviews, interprets, and prepares reports on District policies and procedures associated with state mandates and laws, and coordinates implementation of policies and procedures
• Supervises and evaluates job performance of assigned staff; communicates expectations for each role; visits and observes nurses to monitor performance; completes required performance evaluations; and provides assistance and guidance as needed to subordinate personnel
• Monitors school nurse and LVN documentation in a variety of platforms for completion, accuracy, and quality assurance
• Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing special projects, initiatives, and activities for the continual improvement of school nursing practices and in alignment with division and District goals and objectives
• Assists with the development or revision of District policy bulletins, memoranda, reference guides, and inter-office communications
• Assists with the recruitment, hiring, and training of both classified and certificated staff
• Assists the director and administrative coordinator of Nursing Services with program development and evaluation and with the development of internal and external communications regarding programs and services
• Performs other duties as assigned

SALARY:

Salary: 62G, (School Support Administrator, Nurse Administrator, 0516) – A Basis ($158,612 – $191,703) – 261 paid days

• In the case of an annualized employee who is changing basis during the year, this change may result in an annualized “settlement” (i.e., the process by which the District resolves an under or overpayment).
• For employees who change basis during the school year, this basis change may prevent them from earning a full year of service credit.
• Selected individual may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority-based RIF provisions or due budget limitations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s)
• A valid active California Registered Nurse License
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential
• A valid California School Nurse Services Credential, a valid California Health and Development Credential authorizing service as a school nurse, OR a valid California Service Credential with a specialization in health authorizing service as a school nurse
• An earned master’s degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard conferred by a regionally-accredited college or university
• Completion of required Multicultural Education and Master Plan coursework*

Special Requirement:

A valid California driver license and the use of a privately owned insured automobile

*Applicants have one year to complete this requirement.

NOTE: All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that appropriate documentation is on file with Human Resources. For additional information, please contact (213) 241-6886.

Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation, or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least one year of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s) requiring the Administrative Services Credential
• Knowledge of public and private resources and public health institutions working in coordination with the educational system
• Maintain current knowledge of and ability to interpret applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, state and federal laws, codes and regulation regarding student health and scope of nursing practice
• Demonstrated experience in improving service delivery in nursing
• Demonstrated experience partnering with, and on behalf of students
• Demonstrated experience in effective communication with students, parents, other District personnel, and community representatives, both individually and as a group
• Demonstrated experience composing District policy guides, reference guides, or memorandums
• Experience advocating for the health and wellness of high-risk student populations, such as medically vulnerable students, students experiencing homelessness, or students involved in the child welfare system

CONTUNUED - DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in ambiguous climate and adapting to new circumstances
• Capacity to work independently while providing detailed updates on progress
• Strong project management skills, particularly when managing multiple responsibilities
• A commitment to producing consistently high quality, detailed work
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others at all levels of an organization and to demonstrate a high level of professionalism in all interactions
• Ability to handle information in a confidential manner in accordance with established policies and legal requirements
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from all backgrounds

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered for this position, qualified applicants must submit the following application materials:

1.     Letter of intent that describes qualifications for this position and successful experience in the following areas:

• Implementing or supporting large-scale nursing services projects or programs
• Supporting, evaluating, or managing student health and human services staff
• Implementing processes and practices to evaluate and improve programs or nursing services.

2.     Current résumé (include employee number, if an LAUSD employee) that outlines qualifications for the position

3.     Upload, as a separate attachment, a list of three references that includes the current immediate supervisor and next most recent supervisors with their contact information. References will be verified for all applicants who are finalists for the position.

Applicants are advised that meeting the stated minimum requirements does not ensure an invitation to an interview.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Donna Horowitz, Administrative Coordinator

District Nursing Services

donna.horowitz@lausd.net

DEADLINE: APRIL 20, 2026

The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion.

Non-Discrimination Policy