What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN School Nurse – LPN position at Amergis Healthcare Staffing?
The Amergis Staffing Team is currently seeking PerDiem/PRN Licensed Practical Nurses for Clinic Nurse positions withinthe Osceola County area!
Position Details: must commit to picking up at least one day/shifta week OR 4 per month (minimum)
Shift Length: 8 hours (30 minute break)
Shift: Monday – Friday 7am – 3pm OR 8am-4pmbased on School Site
Benefits: Weekly Pay, Full Benefits including Medical, Vision,Dental, 401k
Length of Contract: Full School Year
Requirements: Must have 1 year of pediatric experience (ex.homecare, schools, hospital, etc.)
** For moreinformation call or email me at either below. **
Eric Stewart
813-939-2002
erstewar@amergis.com
The School Nurse assumes responsibility andaccountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery ofstudent/client care and/or contracted services in a school setting. The SchoolNurse may also be in a supervisory position within the contracted services. TheSchool Nurse provides services in accordance with Amergis Healthcare Staffing’sphilosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.
EssentialDuties and Responsibilities:
- Changes in condition of student
- Physician notification to obtain necessary orders
- Collaborates with school/education personnel/other health agencies as requested, to design and meet student’s health care needs
- Evaluates and assures student safety at all times
- Adheres to Amergis and school district policies
- Maintains accuracy in student health record
- Supports professional practice by observing the following:
- Nurse Practice Act
- Standards of Nursing Practice
- Standards of Patient Care
- Standards of accrediting body (The Joint Commission)
- State laws
- Educational Codes and Federal Laws as described in the ADA and IDEA
- Patient Bill of Rights
- Amergis Healthcare and school district policies
- At request of school district participates in student care conferences/Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- LPN/LVNs should direct questions regarding orders and changes in condition to a Supervising RN (DN and/or Clinical Supervisor)
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
MinimumRequirements:
- Graduate of an accredited registered, practical or vocational nursing program
- Licensed as a Licensed Practical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing
- One year of professional experience, preferred
- Complies with accepted professional standard and practice
- Willingness to participate in skill advancement, if applicable
- Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program
- Current CPR
- PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
- Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
- Computer proficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
Salary : $28
