School LPN/LVN

MONTESSORI SCHOOL; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis, formerly Maxim Healthcare Staffing, places School LPN/LVN professionals to identify and manage health concerns within school environments. The role emphasizes student wellbeing and disease prevention in coordination with school health services.

The position requires current LPN/LVN licensure in the state of practice, with preferred pediatric or school health experience, and knowledge of public health practices and applicable laws. Benefits include competitive pay and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN license for the practicing state.
• One year of professional nursing experience in a school setting preferred.
• Pediatric health knowledge and child development knowledge.
• Knowledge of public health issues and coordinating with health/social services.
• Familiarity with relevant laws affecting school health services.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat health disorders in students in the school setting.
• Provide health education and disease prevention to students.
• Monitor students' health and refer to appropriate resources as needed.

Skills

LPN/LVN license

Pediatric experience

School health experience

Public health knowledge

TB/health screening

Education

LPN/LVN license (state)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

The School LPN/LVN identifies and treats health disorders among students in the school setting. The School LPN/LVN provides instruction for the student’s general wellbeing and disease prevention. The School LPN/LVN monitors the student’s physical conditions in the school setting and refer the student to appropriate resources as needed. The work of the School LPN/LVN is performed in compliance with his/her LPN/LVN scope of practice and according to state education codes.Minimum Requirements:Current nursing license for the state in which the nurse practicesOne year prior professional nursing experience in school setting preferredPediatric experience preferredConsiderable knowledge of medical disorders and treatmentConsiderable knowledge of child growth and developmentKnowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agenciesKnowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health servicesUnderstands the school organization and the community servedComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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.