School Health LPN

Pancare of Florida Inc•Panama City Beach, FL

1d•$0 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

PanCare of Florida is seeking a caring and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our School Health team. This position provides an exciting opportunity to support the health, safety, and well-being of students by delivering compassionate nursing care within a school-based setting.

Requirements

Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program, typically lasting about one year, which includes both classroom instruction and clinical practice.
Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN (National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses) to obtain LPN licensure in Florida.
Practical experience gained during the LPN training program, which typically includes clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, or clinics.
Previous experience working in healthcare or a clinical setting is often preferred but not always required for entry-level positions. This can include internships, externships, or volunteer work.

Responsibilities

Following and enforcing school policies and procedures affecting the health, safety and well-being of employees and students in the school health setting.
Perform specialized medical procedures for students after receiving child specific training and delegation by registered nurse, including, but not limited to, clean catheterization, enteral tube feeding/medication, seizure care.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and as directed by the physician.
Perform routine diagnostic tests, medical treatments and procedures such as taking and recording temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure; changing sterile dressings, giving irrigations; EKGs, and diabetic management.
Assist with the preparation of equipment and aids in the treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatment to physicians/nurse practitioners, School Health Supervisor, School Administrators and parent, as needed.
Instructs patients on sample collection and testing.
Arranges for patient testing and information.
Orders, prepares, and inspects patients’ charts. Posts tests and examination results.
Adheres to Clinical/Nursing Department policies and procedures.
Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (handling and disposal of biomedical waste) for the center as per regulations.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Monitors patient medication, supplies and equipment; notifies parent of the need to restock medication, supplies and equipment.
Maintains patient charts and documentation per School Health program requirements.
Administer first aid as needed.
Perform CPR/AED as needed.
Performing other related duties as assigned, including but not limited to, those duties performed by a School Health Technician and Telehealth LPN.
Regular, predictable on site attendance.