Licensed Practical Nurse

Oak Hill • Portland, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The LPN at Oak Hill’s Portland Classroom works 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday 8am-4pm and assists in maintaining the health and well-being of students by monitoring health issues and implementing policies, procedures and programs designed to promote health and the educational process. Additionally, the LPN assists in the educational and social development of students under the direction of the Certified Special Education Teacher.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate
• At least age 18
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Provides medical care and treatment required to ensure students’ ability to learn and actively engage in their education.
• Works with educational teams to integrate the health care plan into routine school programs.
• Communicates directly with nurse supervisor, in addition to appropriate contacts, and documenting in accordance with nurse standards and school policy manual
• Assists in implementation of instruction to engage students in rigorous and relevant learning and promote their curiosity about the world at large
• Works with colleagues, students and families to develop a positive school climate that supports student learning.
• Maximizes support for student learning by developing and demonstrating professionalism, collaboration and leadership by engaging in continuous professional learning to impact instruction and student learning.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Generous Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time, Plus Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Oak Hill funds up to 50% in an HSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (Oak Hill contributes 9.5% at no cost to you)
• Free and Low-Cost Life Insurance Options and Free Long-term Disability Insurance
• Excellent Professional Development Opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement; Career Pathways
• Staff Recognition and Appreciation
• Paid Training, Education, and Certification as necessary (including CPR training)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed