Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/ School Aide

Pyramid Healthcare; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare in Johnstown, United States, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Student Support Assistant. The LPN will manage nursing tasks and ensure student health records are accurate. The Student Support Assistant will assist in maintaining a safe school environment and provide personal care to students as needed.

Position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and more. We celebrate diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Attending to nursing issues and maintaining accurate student records.
• Administering medication and providing medical assessments.
• Observing student behavior and recording observations.

Responsibilities

• Attend to nursing issues for school students.
• Assist in keeping the school's environment safe.
• Communicate any issues with students to teachers.

Skills

Knowledge of HIPAA laws

Crisis management techniques

CPR

AED and First Aid

Record keeping

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Tools

Copier

Laminator

Computer

Van

Job description

Deliverables / Principal Results Expected

Responsibilities for LPN include:

• Attend to nursing issues/records with school students such as immunization records, height/weight/vision etc.
• Medication administration responsibilities
• Maintain accurate records for student charts, updates, parent contacts, doctor contacts, etc.
• Answer school phones, set up teacher/student/parent/school district meetings for IEPs, etc.
• Seek supervision and direction from physician and program director on completion of nursing assessments under the direction of the RN, transfers, discharges, treatment plans, progress notes, medication reconciliation, medication administration, vitals, knowledge of detox protocols, assisting medical doctor as needed, provide medical lectures.
• Report any unusual occurrences to nurse supervisor/program director promptly, ensure room assignments are appropriate to clients’ needs, attend and actively participate in departmental staff meetings.
• Maintain medical equipment in proper working order; maintain confidentiality and proper boundaries, other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities For Student Support Assistant

• Assist in keeping the school’s environment safe for students and staff.
• Assist with proper crisis management techniques and complete appropriate forms.
• Perform Personal Care Aide duties with toileting and grooming activities when necessary.
• Assist with activities that are designed by the teacher and/or assistant teacher as part of the daily routine.
• Communicate to the teacher and/or teacher assistant any issues that arise with the student(s) or within the classroom.
• Observe student conduct and record behavioral observations on the data collection form as directed.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with students and staff.
• Use a copier, laminator, computer, and drive a van.
• Monitor students appropriately, never leaving them alone.
• Assist with any other needs within the classroom.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Competencies

Knowledge of HIPAA laws, confidentiality, state licensing regulations, CPR, AED and First Aid, other trainings as required.

Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.