Instructional Assistant IV: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Alexandria City Pub Sch Dist•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant IV is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who supports the educational process by assisting students with disabilities with physical and personal needs. The position provides specialized nursing care for students who require it, including care requiring specialized training such as airway management. The assistant observes and documents student progress in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), implements instructional plans under teacher supervision when time allows, and performs other duties needed to support the student. This is a 10-month, 192-day support position. The role is accountable to the School Nurse for nursing care provided at school, and to the Health Services Coordinator and Chief of Student Services, Alternative Programs and Equity for health services matters. For educational services and building administration, the role is responsible to the building principal and Special Education Case Manager.

Requirements

Successfully complete an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) education program.
Hold a license to practice as an LPN in the state of Virginia.
Have CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or be able to obtain these certifications within 30 days of employment if not already certified.
Have job-related experience.
Obtain criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance.
Complete a tuberculosis skin test.
Follow public health safety and health protocols.

Responsibilities

Assist students with disabilities with transportation to and from school, including helping them board and exit buses or arranging cab transportation when necessary.
Provide delegated nursing and health care, such as tube feedings, vital signs, and oxygen therapy.
Obtain required medical equipment and supplies from students' families and notify the school nurse when additional supplies are needed.
Administer medications, complete medical procedures, and provide skilled nursing care under the school nurse's supervision.
Assist students with activities of daily living, including meals and snacks, clean-up, elimination, clothing, personal hygiene, and washing up.
Monitor students receiving special education services during activities such as lunch, playground time, and life enrichment activities to help maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Confer regularly with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary care team members to help evaluate student progress and implement IEP/504 objectives.
Implement behavioral plans designed by the IEP team or 504 plan to support students with behavior disorders or other special conditions.
Document student activities and medical procedures in the Electronic Health Record and Medicaid reimbursement record.
Respond to emergencies and resolve immediate safety concerns.
Follow infection control procedures, including handwashing, precautions for contact with bodily secretions, and standard precautions.
Adapt classroom activities, assignments, or materials under teacher direction, when time allows, to support participation and objectives in the 504, IEP, IHP, or district benchmarks.
Attend required meetings and in-service presentations.
Assist other medical personnel in completing their work activities.