School Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Mary Cariola Center•Rochester, NY

5d•$25 - $31

About The Position

Pay Rate: $25.39-$30.74 per hour Pay within this range is based on experience and education DEI Values Statement: Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, a policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency found on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nursing licensure
6 months or more of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Possess a current and valid NYS driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Must maintain LPN Licensure
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED)

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate and current school health information files on all students
Maintain a log of any daily nursing or medical consultations
Maintain each child's allergy status on the front cover of their file, notifying the corresponding Teacher
Physically examine and determine health status for children on a daily basis, seeking assistance from the RN as needed
Administer medications as prescribed by the student's primary care physician
Obtain and maintain accurate and current medication orders and parent permissions
Maintain medicine cabinet with all medically approved medications, supplies and equipment
Provide appropriate and necessary nursing action at time of student injury, determining the communication to the family with the Social Worker
Record and process all student/staff injuries on the appropriate accident/incident forms
Together with the RN, instruct all staff in the Health and Safety Procedures annually, establishing appropriate reviews
Seek RN assistance and accept his/her direction during a medical emergency and carry out all procedures established
Monitor the general health and safety standards used within the educational program
Administer inoculations to staff and/or children as approved by the Medical Director
Administer and document PPD screenings to designated staff as assigned by the Lead Nurse and running them by an RN for interpretation
Carry out all nursing responsibilities, including the lifting, moving and positioning of students
All other duties as assigned