Licensed Practical Nurse 7309

Meridian Health Services; United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary benefits

401k plan

PTO

Wellness plan

Paid holidays

Work-life balance

Job summary

Meridian Health Services in Indiana is seeking a full-time School Based Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our school clinics at Delaware County and Anderson Preparatory Academy. You will support medication administration, MAR oversight, student health assessments, immunization work, and health education, collaborating with medical staff and school personnel.

Must hold Indiana LPN license with accredited program completion and at least two years of nursing experience; valid driver's license

Qualifications

• Must be a non-probationary LPN licensed in Indiana.
• Two years nursing experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Respond to questions about medications and consult with medical staff on adjustments.
• Oversee MAR documentation and correct entries.
• Document in school records and MHS electronic system if a visit occurs.
• Phone prescription orders to pharmacies as directed.
• Review lab results and report concerns to medical staff.
• Obtain medical histories and perform directed vital signs.
• Administer injectable medications as ordered.
• Provide health education to students and caregivers.
• Complete clinical documents for medical staff review.
• Participate in care plan reviews and service modifications.
• Maintain student health records and school immunization tracking.
• Liaise with caregivers, ER, physicians, and labs to coordinate care.
• Complete documentation for accurate client and billing records.
• Up to 10% travel for training/coverage at other locations.

Skills

2+ years nursing experience

Education

Indiana LPN license

Accredited Nursing Program

Job description

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Schedule: As Needed. Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00

Focusing on “Whole-Person” Healthcare
Meridian Health Services is a progressive healthcare organization that believes in treating the “whole-person” integrating physical, mental and social well-being to help people achieve their optimum health. This approach connects treatments and doctors working together to heal both the body and mind for total well-being.

We are currently seeking a full time School Based Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our School Clinics located at Delaware county and Anderson Preparatory Academy.

Key Responsibilities of a School Based LPN:

• Responds to requests from students/caregivers/clients concerning the effectiveness of medications, side-effects, special precautions or problems with medication and consults with medical staff as appropriate to provide directions on changes/modifications to the prescribed medication regimens.
• Oversee documentation in Medication Administration Record (MAR) and provide corrections as necessary.
• Document as appropriate in the school-based record and the MHS electronic system if a MHS patient visit takes place.
• Phone in prescription orders to pharmacies as directed by medical staff.
• Review lab and test results, reporting concerns and abnormal results to medical staff.
• Obtain medical histories and do physical assessments as directed by medical staff. Including vital signs and other point-of-care testing. Provide health screenings as needed and direct students/clients to appropriate integrated medical care services.
• Administer injectable medications as ordered by medical staff.
• Provide as needed, educational groups, and one-on-one teaching to students/their caregivers and clients concerning their medications, diagnosis and health related issues.
• Complete required clinical documents for review/approval by a member of the medical staff.
• Participate in reviews and modifications of students/clients' services during treatment planning.
• Assist with maintenance of student health records, providing annual screenings, testing and follow up on immunizations through the Indiana Department of Education.
• Function as a liaison with students/caregivers with emergency room, physician offices, pharmacies, and the MHS Provider (if a patient) to clarify medication order, obtain proper prescriptions, labs, testing, and referrals and obtain appointments as needed.
• Complete other documentation to ensure accurate and timely information for client and third-party billing.
• Up to 10% travel for training and coverage at other locations as needed.

We are seeking School Based LPN candidates with the following qualities:

• Must be a non-probationary Licensed Practical Nurse who has successfully completed an Accredited Nursing Program and is currently licensed by the State of Indiana.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, reliable transportation, and a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy
• Two (2) years nursing experience required

Meridian Health Services provides the following benefits to qualified School Based LPN candidates:

• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, short term disability, etc.
• 401k with company contribution
• Generous PTO plan
• Wellness plan
• Paid Holidays
• Life balance oriented organization

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.