Substitute School Nurse - LPN

Marshall KY•Benton, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide health care services as defined by KRS 156.501 and KRS 156.502. This role involves administering first aid, conducting health screenings, and maintaining accurate student medical records. The School Nurse - LPN will also dispense medication, communicate with community health agencies, conduct training for students, parents, and staff, and make home visits as required. The position requires maintaining current knowledge of medical advances and public health issues.

Requirements

Graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
One year comprehensive nursing experience
Knowledge of first aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
Knowledge of various health-screening practices procedures and techniques.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of record-keeping techniques.
Knowledge of policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Knowledge of contagious diseases.
Ability to administer first aid according to established procedures.
Ability to conduct variety of health screenings.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
Ability to make referrals and perform follow-up.
Ability to maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
Ability to understand and follow written prescriptions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
Ability to complete work with many interruptions.
Ability to determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Ability to observe health and safety regulations.
Punctual and regular in attendance.

Responsibilities

Administer first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other education-related medical problems.
Provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed.
Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required.
Provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-ups as necessary.
Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed.
Prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or district personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations.
Dispense and retain medication and perform medical treatment in accordance with physician’s instructions within district guidelines.
Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organization to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required.
Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.
Make home visits as required.
Authorize re-admission to school.
Maintain stock of first aid supplies.
Assure medical equipment is in proper working condition.
Order supplies and equipment as needed.
Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
Perform related duties as assigned.