Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - School Nurse (Crawford County)
Advocate Health•Macon, GA
•$24 - $36•Onsite
About The Position
This position involves providing direct patient care to students within a school setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be responsible for screening students for health conditions, managing chronic illnesses, administering medications, and acting as a liaison between the school, family, and healthcare providers. The role also includes auditing health records, documenting care in the EMR, educating staff and students on health-related issues, and completing continuing education requirements. This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday.
Requirements
- Valid, active license in the state of Georgia
- BLS certification
- Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
- Minimum of one year of practical nursing experience
- The ability to lift, push, pull and carry objects that weigh at least 5 pounds frequently
Nice To Haves
- Strong preference for pediatric experience
- Experience working with economically disadvantaged population preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to those ill or injured
- Screening and referral if needed for health care conditions
- Medication administration, chronic illness management
- Assist in promoting healthy, safe environment
- Act as liaison between school, family and physician
- Audit immunization records and student health forms
- Document in the EMR per school system
- Educate Staff on student on health related issues and treatments as needed
- Complete online continuing education and attend meetings as requested
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
