LPN - School Nurse

Maxim Healthcare Services; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Flexible scheduling

College partnership programs

Continuing education opportunities

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

PTO

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with students in a school setting. Hours would be Monday-Thursday 8:00a-2:45p.

The LPN will provide nursing care, monitor students with chronic diseases, and perform health assessments and screenings in a school environment. Competitive pay, weekly paychecks, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN license in the practicing state.
• Current Health Certificate.
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
• Current BLS card.
• One year LVN/LPN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, monitors, and manages students with chronic disease and disabilities, and documents services as per orders and care plan.
• Provides emergency crisis nursing care for students and staff.
• Maintains communicable disease prevention and control through education, policy and enforcement.
• Conducts physical healthcare assessments and screenings (temperature checks, vision, hearing, dental, scoliosis, nutrition).
• Provides counseling and guidance to students, parents and staff regarding health-related attendance problems.
• Maintains health-related reports and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provides health education for students, families, and school personnel on growth, home nursing, and first aid.

Skills

LPN/LVN licensure

BLS card

Job description

Hourly Pay: $30 - $35 / hour

Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with students in the school setting. Hours would be Monday-Thursday 8:00a-2:45p.

Why Join Maxim?

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Flexible scheduling
• College Partnership programs & opportunities for continuing education
• Benefits*: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) savings plan. PTO.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies, monitors, and manages students with chronic disease and disabilities, and documents the services provided in accordance with orders and care plan.
• Provides emergency crisis nursing care for physically and/or psychologically ill and injured students and staff .
• Maintains communicable disease prevention and control through education, policy and enforcement.
• Conducts physical healthcare assessments and screenings, including temperature checks, vision, hearing, dental, scoliosis and nutritional assessments, etc.
• Provides counseling and guidance to students, parents and staff regarding health-related attendance problems.
• Maintains thorough and comprehensive health-related reports, monthly reports, and emergency reports, and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provides health education for use by students, families, and school personnel on subjects such as (but not limited to) growth and development, home nursing instruction and first aid.

Requirements:

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensures in the state in which the nurse practices in
• Current Health Certificate (per facility).
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
• Current BLS card.
• One year prior LVN/LPN experience preferred.

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.