Nurse Assistant

TrulyHired; Jefferson Township (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jefferson Area Local School District is seeking a licensed nurse to perform nursing duties per the Nurse Practice Act, assist with health screenings, and administer student medications under the supervision of the school nurse.

Ideal candidates hold an RN or LPN license, stay current with health protocols, meet health and background checks for school employment, and are self-directed with the ability to support students with disabilities and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN license required.
• Keeps current with applicable health conditions, procedures, and medical protocols.
• Must meet health requirements and background checks for school employment.
• Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position.
• Ability to manage students with disabilities and respond to medical emergencies.
• Positive disposition and strong diplomacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing duties according to the Nurse Practice Act.
• Assists with health screening activities.
• Administers student medications under the supervision of the school nurse.
• Helps with staff/student illnesses and medical emergencies.

Education

Ohio Department of Education Permit appropriate for the assignment

Job description

Job Description

Performs nursing duties according to the Nurse Practice Act. Assists with health screening activities. Administers student medications under the supervision of the school nurse. Helps with staff/student illnesses and medical emergencies.

Welcome to ATX Learning

The Jefferson Area Local School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap or religion in the educational programs and/or activities operated by the district insofar as employment opportunities.

The District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.

The District is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Requirements

• RN or LPNKeeps current with applicable health conditions, procedures, and medical protocols.
• New employees must meet all required health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• Must have a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Valid Ohio Department of Education Permit appropriate for the assignment.
• Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position.
• Ability to physically manage students with disabilities.
• Positive disposition and strong diplomacy skills.

Note: Appointment requires successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse, CPR, first aid, and/or behavioral management training.