Substitue Licensed Practical Nurse

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

1d•$33 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring a Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. This position works during the school year (academic year). This position is on call; there is no set schedule or working hours. OSD operates 24 hours a day Sunday-Friday during the Academic Year. The Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) provides 24-hour care and education for about 130 Deaf and hard-of-hearing students in grades K-12. We are committed to a diverse workforce and a welcoming workplace where all employees can thrive.

Requirements

Possession of valid Oregon practical nurse license.
Possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License.
Possession of a first-aid certificate.
Possession of a CPR card.
Must possess a valid Oregon Practical Nurse License at the time of appointment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of pediatric nursing.
Ability to work as a team member.
Ability to provide emotional support to students.
The expected sign language level for this position is Level 2 on the ASLP1.
Current CPR/1st aid certification (or the ability to obtain prior to start date).
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting diversity among team members and the people we serve.

Responsibilities

Works with our supervising nurse in carrying out prescribed orders to meet the students’ medical needs.
Cares for the physical and emotional well‐being of the students as a member of the student health services team.
Provides nursing care, medical screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow‐up care as needed.
Provides 24 hour infirmary care to protect, promote, and improve the health of school age children.
Utilizes ASL for interactions with staff, students and parents.
Responds to all medical emergencies of the students.
Provides direct care of the students' health care needs of both verbal and nonverbal students who may or may not be able to demonstrate illness and/or injury through traditional methods.
Prepares and dispenses prescribed medications to students.
Performs prescribed treatments.
Completes documentation, maintenance of medical records, paperwork (field trips, screenings, filing, etc.).
Participates in the formulation, development, implementation and evaluation of health care plans for the students and other nursing as necessary for the safety and well-being of the students.
Receives shift report.
Counts narcotics.
Surveys needed supplies and restocking of supplies.
Performs receptionist duties (i.e., answer phone, sign in students, transport students, make appointments, attend staff meetings, in-service programs, and committee meetings as assigned).
Assists with housekeeping duties as needed, cleaning (i.e. maintain examination, clean patient care areas, laundry), dorm coverage and other duties as assigned.