LPN 1:1 (Academic Year) #60009991

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits

School schedule with holidays

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct care to students, including medication administration, first aid, and emergency medical assistance. You will maintain medical records, report to physicians and the Nurse Administrator, and assist in planning in-service programs for staff and students.

The role requires SC LPN licensure, three years of full-time nursing experience, and the ability to collaborate with teachers, dorm staff, and other healthcare

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program and hold SC LPN license.
• Minimum three years of full-time nursing experience.
• Ability to prepare and present educational programs; collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide student nursing care.
• Maintain medical records and report to physician and Nurse Administrator.
• Assist in developing in-service and educational programs for staff and students.
• Support care for residential students aged 5 to 20.

Skills

LPN license

Three years experience

Basic computer skills

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

Provides direct care to students, including but not limited to administration of medications, first aide, and emergency medical assistance. Administration of medication, provision of student treatments, tube feedings, medical assessments, and other related nursing needs of students. Maintains adequate medical records by recording and reporting students' signs, symptoms, reactions, and progress through analysis of records. Reports pertinent information regarding students to the physician and Nurse Administrator/Manager II. Assists in the identification of special needs for students with multiple disabilities and assists in the planning and development of in-service and educational programs for staff and students, as requested. Assists RN with individual health plans and emergency action plans, as requested. Completes duties as assigned, filing, billings, and documentation.

Provides supervision and instructs other medical professionals and staff in the treatment or care of students, including UAPs and emergency medication.

Graduate from an accredited LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) program. Must have a current SC LPN License issued by the State Board of Nursing and three years of full-time experience. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing; ability to follow detailed instructions of a technical nature; ability to prepare and present educational programs to non-medical and medical personnel; ability to make decisions and perform work independently; ability to develop, foster, and promote good interdisciplinary relationships with other nursing staff, teachers, dorm staff, etc. to further a collaborative environment of care for students. Must have basic computer skills.

This position may require communication modalities dependent upon employment placement.

If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (i.e., copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcripts) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (i.e., copy of nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driving certification).

This position serves our Residential students. Come join our team of special School Nurses who are an important part of our village - taking care of students from ages 5 years old to 20! State benefits and a school schedule with holidays, spring break and summers off are just an added bonus!