Position Type:
Substitute
Date Posted:
4/26/2024
Manassas Park City Schools
100 Park Central Plaza, Suite 300
Manassas Park, Virginia 20111 POSITION: Substitute School Nurse (LPN)

Salary/Hours:

• Salary: $24.00/hour
• Hours: Vary

JOB SUMMARY:

The substitute school nurse (LPN) provides support division wide daily by providing a variety of health care services to students, staff and communication with parents of students.

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

• Completion of a program in an accredited school of nursing,
• Possession of a valid license as a licensed practical nurse (LPN),
• Previous experience in a health care setting desired,
• Knowledge of nursing practices and methods and ability to administer medications,
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents and staff,
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: (including but not limited to the following)

• Complies with all school laws, State Board of Education regulations, and all policies and regulations made by the School Board and Superintendent.
• Performs all duties deemed necessary by the School Board and Superintendent for the efficient and successful operation of the school system.
• Performs nursing care and screening to students in accordance with State Law and established policies and procedures,
• Administers medications in accordance with physician's orders, inspects for head lice, and administers first-aid,
• Maintains record of treatment and performs follow-up tasks,
• Documents and maintains log of clinic visits, care given and student health records,
• Collaborates with school administration regarding any health concerns,
• Makes observations and assesses condition of each student examined,
• After observation and assessment, counsels with student, parents and/or administration about problems observed,

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the ability to effectively communicate and interact with other staff and the public through the
use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment such as, but not limited to, a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions will be required.

CLEARANCES (Conditions for employment):

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
• Tuberculosis Screening

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Manassas Park City Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.