Substitute Nurse

Independent School District 196•Rosemount, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

School District 196 is currently accepting applications for substitute LPN or RNs to provide substitute services for our students. Opportunities to work with students in Kindergarten – 12th grade. We offer flexible days and a great place to work.

Requirements

Hold current Minnesota State license as a Registered Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse
Current certification in CPR
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of current practices for common childhood illnesses and chronic diseases: asthma management, diabetes, insulin pen and pumps, seizure management, COVID-19 protocols and infection control
Ability to perform skilled nursing care such as catheterization, suctioning, gastrostomy tube feedings, insulin administration, insulin pump skills and nebulizer treatments
Skilled with electronic health care record

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.
Baccalaureate or Associate degree in nursing
Experience in pediatric, acute care, and/or community or public health nursing
Prior experience in school nursing, or acute care setting

Responsibilities

Administers medications and treatments as ordered.
Provides care for student and staff illness and accidents.
Administers care based on individual health care plans and individual emergency care plans.
Serves as liaison between the home and the school regarding student health concerns.
Documents all encounters in the Electronic Health Record.
Follows communicable disease control procedures and informs administration and/or parents regarding school exclusion and readmission.
Locate the Substitute Nurse Manual and become familiar with the operational procedures particular to each building.