LPN Resource Nurse

Holyoke Public Schools•Holyoke, MA

11h

About The Position

Holyoke Public Schools is a PreK-12 public school district serving nearly 5,100 students, of whom 80 percent are Latino/Latina, in 11 schools. We employ nearly 1,300 people who together educate and support a richly diverse community of learners. We are committed to recruiting and retaining top-quality educators who believe all children can and will learn and who strive daily to make school a joyful place of discovery, support, and belonging. Holyoke Public Schools’ strategic plan , “Moving Forward Together,” builds on the strengths of our past while serving as a call to action to accelerate student learning by thinking differently about how we teach, how we work together, and how we support students’ well being. Our Equity Commitments are pledges we are making to address systemic equity challenges. We intentionally build a community that is anti-racist, inclusive, and culturally responsive. We ensure that students, families, and staff get the support they need to be successful. We seek out and incorporate the voices of those impacted, with a commitment to include those who have been excluded in the past. We promote access and inclusion for all students, staff, and families. We respect, embrace, and honor the diversity of our students, families, staff, and community. We reflect on our own behavior to minimize harm to others. We create a culture of acceptance and empathy so that everyone feels valued and is able to contribute to our community’s success. Please visit the Holyoke Public Schools website to learn more about us as well as some of our recent accomplishments . - Resource Nurses support the RN School Nurses throughout the district. The ideal candidate will have a professional and positive attitude, along with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within the nursing team and school environment. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact warmly and professionally with students, families, and staff are essential. We are looking for someone with excellent nursing, organizational, and communication skills, as well as sound judgment and dependability to join our established nursing team. We provide a supportive and cooperative work environment, along with comprehensive training and orientation. This position is open until filled. The LPN resource nurse DETAILS: Works under the general supervision of the Director of Health, Wellness, and Nursing, Chief of Pupil Services, and the Superintendent/Receiver. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with the RN school nurse and administrator of the school building to which assigned. Hours may vary based on the building assignments.

Requirements

Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in pediatrics, community health, or another relevant clinical nursing setting
CPR Certified
Driver’s License and own transportation are required for district-wide nursing responsibilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent teamwork skills
Current LPN licensure to practice nursing in Massachusetts
Current CPR/AED

Responsibilities

Collaborates with School Personnel to maintain a healthful school environment
Assists with state-mandated programs such as screening programs
Maintains up-to-date school records
Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to administer medications and treatments as ordered and in keeping with school policy on the administration of medication and special procedures in school.
Provides medically prescribed interventions, including caring for ill or injured children
Supports or covers nursing services for the SHINE program students.
Maintains accurate electronic SNAP records of medications/treatments/procedures administered to student(s).
Electronically documents health-related activities and treatments daily as appropriate.
Maintains medical equipment and supplies to ensure proper functioning, storage, and availability for the intended use.
Acts as a resource in health education to school personnel, students, and families.
Uses community resources for referral of students with unmet health needs, including the need for a primary care provider.
Other duties as assigned