Substitute Nurse Eligibility Pool: Health Services Department

Substitute Nurse Eligibility Pool:
Health Services Department (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District Substitute Assignment (Various locations) - Oakland, California

Starting Date: Immediately

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of assigned supervisor, provide comprehensive health management for the assessment, evaluation, maintenance, and improvement of health services and health education to promote health and well-being, academic achievement and holistic development for the District’s students and school personnel.

• Assess and evaluate the health and development status of students; provide case management, referral and follow‑up for health conditions and/or medical problems.
• Conduct state‑mandated screening and follow‑up of students, including vision, hearing, scoliosis, and audits of immunization, dental, and physical exams.
• Supervise and administer medication(s) to students according to District Board Policy and Administrative Regulations.
• Serve as District liaison to interpret health and development assessments for parents, teachers, administrators, and other professionals.
• Design and implement individual student health maintenance plans as prescribed by the student’s health care providers in compliance with District policy.
• Maintain communication with parents and all involved community practitioners.
• Interpret medical and nursing findings in relation to individualized education programs and 504 plans; recommend actions to professional personnel; submit reports ensuring compliance with District, state, and federal policies.
• Consult, conduct, and serve as a resource for in‑service training to other District personnel.
• Develop and implement evidence‑based health education curriculum; participate in a comprehensive health instruction curriculum for students.
• Counsel and assist students and parents in health‑related and school‑adjustment services to ensure access to and continuity of healthcare and wellness for students.
• Develop, coordinate, and teach health‑related subjects under the supervision of a classroom teacher.
• Implement health actions determined by District, local, and state officials to control and manage communicable diseases, including immunization programs.
• Document student health information in District electronic database systems and student cumulative folders as required.
• Administer first aid and emergency care in compliance with District, state, and federal regulations.
• Submit monthly, state, and annual reports to California Department of Health Services and the District.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Train, coach, and monitor medical procedures of health assistants and other designated school personnel.
• Evaluate staff as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned as the needs of the students and District evolve.

Training,

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• Valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate (highly preferred)
• Valid California Registered Nurse License
• Valid California School Nurse Services Credential – temporary provided upon hire; full credential required within five years
• Valid California School Nurse Audiometrist Certificate – completion within three months of hire date
• Valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate and standard first‑aid certificate
• Employment eligibility requiring fingerprints, tuberculosis test, and other employment clearance

• Mission and vision of the Department
• Applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and District regulations governing work scope
• Current medical terminology, equipment, and techniques
• Operation of specialized health assessment instruments
• Diagnostic methods for medical conditions and diseases
• Medication effects and administration procedures
• First‑aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

• Implement consistently applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and District regulations governing work scope
• Participate in District‑approved professional…