Nurse, Lic Practical

Hillsborough County Public Schools•Tampa, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse, Licensed Practical, will implement, manage and monitor the health and safety of students at the school site. The Nurse, Licensed Practical, will perform medication administration and student-specific procedures and assist in managing injuries and illness complaints.

Requirements

Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
Maintains valid state licenses, including CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogen Certification.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care to students with physical, emotional, and social health problems or identified as high risk for developing health problems using the nursing process as outlined in the Florida Nurse Practice Act.
Provides medication, procedures, and treatments using the nursing process as outlined in the Florida Nurse Practice Act and following district guidelines and policies.
Implements delegated activities according to training and district guidelines.
Provides basic first aid and CPR as necessary to all students and staff.
Follows up on students with injuries, illnesses, or medical problems when appropriate.
Maintains appropriate communication with school nurse, students, parents/guardians, staff, and principal.
Maintains valid state licenses, including CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogen Certification by attending continuing education programs and other training activities.
Attends all pre- and post-planning meetings, as well as professional day trainings.
Performs any other duties as assigned.
Schedules time off in advance.
Begins working on time.
Keeps absences within guidelines.
Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally.
Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form.
Exhibits good listening and comprehension.
Keeps others adequately informed.
Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Prioritizes and plans work activities.
Uses time efficiently.
Plans for additional resources.
Integrates changes smoothly.
Sets goals and objectives.
Works in an organized manner.
Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
Keeps abreast of current developments.
Requires minimal supervision.
Displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Uses resources effectively.
Identifies problems in a timely manner.
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Develops alternative solutions.
Resolves problems in early stages.
Works well in group problem solving situations.