LPN Nurse (potential openings)

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Geneva County Schools is seeking a School Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) to work under the supervision of the RN and provide direct and indirect nursing services to maximize student learning and health. The role includes medication administration, screenings, immunization record keeping, and collaboration with families and school staff.

Ideal candidates hold an Alabama LPN license, CPR certification, and a valid Alabama driver’s license, with the ability to follow medical orders and

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a current Alabama LPN license.
• Must hold a current CPR certification.
• Must hold a valid Alabama Driver’s License.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Attend and help present medication administration training in a school setting.
• Assist with dispensing medications and maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Assist with vision and hearing screenings.
• Maintain immunization records and meet daily medical needs of students.
• Communicate with school personnel, families, students and providers about health care plans.

Skills

Nursing judgment

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Data gathering

Computer literacy

Education

LPN license (Alabama)

CPR certification

Tools

Healthcare computer software

Job description

GENEVACOUNTYSCHOOLS

School Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse)

JOB GOAL

Under the direction and supervision of the RN, you must be able to provide direct and indirect nursing services to maximize each student’s potential to learn and grow by providing the best possible health care for the students of the Geneva County School System.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold valid Alabama Nursing License as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Possess and maintain a current CPR certification.
• Must hold valid Alabama Driver’s License.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to provide wise and prudent nursing judgment, crisis intervention as needed and /or treatment and support as necessary for the student to attend school. Ability to keep clinical practice current in order to provide high quality care, train others and gather data to assist outcomes of care. Posses the ability to communicate data gathered to help implement health care plans and emergency plans for students with long-term chronic health needs. Ability to follow medical orders and build professional relationships with appropriate providers. Ability to assess immunizations records and assists with health screenings. Ability to communicate with school personnel, families, students and community resource personnel in health care and/or related fields. Skills in oral and written communication. Ability to operate a computer and utilize software applications related to assignment.

REPORTS TO:

• School Nurse Administrator
• Supervising RN
• Principal

SUPERVISES:

N/A

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• *(1)Attend and help present “Curriculum to Teach Unlicensed School Personnel-How to Assist with Medications in a School Setting”.
• *(2)Assist with dispensing of medications at the assigned schools and maintain accurate records and documentation including: Correct storage of medications. Privacy records of dispensing medications. Training of student/staff on specific needs of students. Verifying completeness of all Prescriber/Parent Authorization Forms. Assist and help implement emergency care plans. Ensuring all unusual occurrence reports are properly submitted and filed according to Geneva County School’s policy.
• *(3)Assist with Vision and Hearing Screenings. Registered Nurse (Continued)
• *(4)Assist with Scoliosis Screenings including communication with parents and completing all documentation and required state reports.
• *(5)Maintain current immunization records on all students at assigned schools.
• *(6)Meet daily medical needs of students.
• *(7)Maintain current records of all health concerns and visits to the school office or nurse’s station for health needs.
• *(8)Assist with gathering data to help implement current Individualized Health Care Plans forstudents with chronic illnesses.
• *(9)Assist Counselors with 5th Grade Human Growth and Development classes.
• *(10)Assist with head lice checks as needed and communicate with parents about treatment, prevention and Geneva County Schools policy.
• *(11)Present In-Service Training as requested.
• *(12)Attend Geneva County Schools’ Nurse Meetings.
• *(13)Keep license current.
• *(14)Engage in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
• *(15)Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere to professional standards at all times.
• *(16)Demonstrate attention to punctuality, records and reports.
• *(17)Comply with policies, procedures and programs of the Geneva County School System.
• *(18)Exercise appropriate professional judgment.
• *(19)Demonstrate support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
• *(20)Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• *(21)Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• *(22)Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• *(23)Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium Work:Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force

frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system’s approved compensation plan.

Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

EVALUATION:

Performance of the job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on

evaluation of personnel.

Essential Performance Responsibilities