Part-Time LPN-Licensed Practice Nurse- Pre K (25-26 School Year)

Fort Osage•Independence, MO

7d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

Apply now to work in the Fort Osage School District! This position is open now and will begin once onboarding is complete. Pay rates are based on the adopted classified salary schedule for the 25-26 school year at this time (starting pay = $22.16 / hr). This position is 4 hours per day 4 days per week during the school year and is housed at Woodland Early Childhood Center. Hours are 11:30 a.m.-3:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday. Previous years of experience working as a certificated LPN will be credited to placement on the scale. An elementary nurse supervises the work in the health clinic as needed. Position reports to elementary RN and building principal. License from the State of Missouri to practice as as a Licensed Practical Nurse is required. The Fort Osage School District prioritizes a highly competitive salary schedule, with additional benefits including optional fully paid health insurance, extra duty stipend opportunities and more. Purpose Statement The job of Licensed Practical Nurse is done for the purpose/s of modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning and promoting an optimal level of wellness for students and staff; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.

Requirements

License from the State of Missouri to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse is required.
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; monitoring budget expenditures.
Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions.
There is some opportunity to effect the organization’s services.
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Responsibilities

Administers mandated screenings (e.g. vision and scoliosis screenings, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatments (e.g. suctioning, catheterization, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
Maintains students' confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards.
Maintains contact with parents/guardians for the purpose of advising them of changes in student health and/or recommending further medical and/or emotional intervention to a licensed professional.
Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, and interdisciplinary teams for the purpose of gathering, conveying and/or sharing information on students health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge.
Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g. severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.