Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Schools

Interim HealthCare - Blakely, PA; Hazelton Mills (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Health Insurance

Accrued PTO

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

More

Job summary

Interim Healthcare of NEPA is seeking a School Based Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support students in the Hazelton, PA area. The role involves direct medical care, health plan development, and collaboration with educators and families.

Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring health needs, and participating in IEP/IEP meetings. Excellent pediatric experience and a PA LPN license are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year pediatric experience.
• CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care and administer medications for students with chronic or acute health needs.
• Develop, implement, and maintain IHPS and IEP health plans with educators and families.
• Monitor students’ health and emotional well-being; assess changes over time.
• Educate students on health and hygiene and life skills.
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide health input for educational planning.
• Promote a safe, accessible classroom by training staff on health protocols.

Skills

Pediatric Experience

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Education

PA LPN License

Job description

1:1 School Based Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

with Interim Healthcare of NEPA

Supporting a student in the Hazelton, PAArea

• Specialty: General Personal Care, Medications, and Epilepsy
• Salary up to $33 per hour
• Monday through Friday, follow district schedule
  • average 6.5 to 8 hour days
  • transportation to and from school
• Company Benefits: Flexible Scheduling, Health Insurance, Accrued PTO, Weekly Pay, Direct Deposit and More.

Essential Functions for the School Based Licensed Practical Nurse:

• Provide Direct Medical Care: Administer Medications, Perform Health Procedures, and Respond to Medical Emergencies for Students with Chronic or Acute Health Needs.
• Develop and Implement Health Plans: Create and Maintain Individualized Health Care Plans (IHPS) and Emergency Action Plans (IEPs) in Collaboration with Educators and Families.
• Monitor Student Health Needs: Track and Assess Students' Physical and Emotional Health, Especially Those with Disabilities or Special Medical Conditions.
• Educate on Health and Hygiene: Teach Students Basic Hygiene, Self-care, and Life Skills Related to Health, Tailored to Developmental and Cognitive Levels.
• Support Special Education Teams: Participate in IEP(Individualized Education Program) Meetings and Provide Health-related Input for Students' Educational Planning.
• Promote a Safe and Inclusive Environment: Ensure the Classroom Is Safe and Accessible, Train Staff on Health Protocols, and Advocate for Students’ Health-related Needs.

Minimum Requirements for the School Based Licensed Practical Nurse LPN:

• Current Nursing License in the State of Pa
• Minimum One (1) Year Pediatric Experience
• Minumum One (1) Year long term care or similar experience
• CPR certificationValid Driver's License
• Willing to Undergo Pre-employment Screenings (which includes drug testing, various background checks, etc) and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Interim Healthcare Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each Interim Healthcare Location Is Independently Owned and Operated. ©2023 Interim Healthcare Inc.

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