What are the responsibilities and job description for the R 2545 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 0.5 FTE; 1:1 Assignment position at Barnstable Community Horace Mann Charter Public?
Barnstable Public SchoolsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)0.5 FTE; 1 : 1 AssignmentQUALIFICATIONS : Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in MassachusettsCurrent CPR / AED certification1-3 years of experience in pediatrics, community health or other relevant clinical settingExperience with electronic health records and chartingExcellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skillsExperience with children with special health care needs including, but not limited to tracheostomies, G-tubes, diabetes, seizures, allergies, asthma, preferredBi- or multi-lingual (Portuguese, Spanish) applicants are encouraged to applyREPORTS TO : → Director of Health Services and Building Principal or designee→ Works under the supervision of the school nurse who reports to the Director of Health Services and building principalPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES : The LPN will support the functions of the school health office(s) and will assist school nurse(s) in : Assessment, delivery and monitoring of daily student health care with registered nurse delegation, supervision and consultation (including medication and treatment administration)Providing first aid and emergency care for injuries and illness to the school populationImplementation of student health care plans and emergency care plans under the supervision of the registered nurseAssist school nurse(s) in mandated health screeningsAssisting students in a variety of settings (health office, classroom, transportation, field trips) for the purpose of providing care based upon student health plans and assessment of student needUtilization SNAP electronic health record to maintain complete and accurate records of student visits, medications, treatments, screenings, etc.Maintaining confidentialityMay be assigned to provide 1 : 1 health services as directed in a student's health care planMay be required to accompany a student on District-provided transportationMay cover health offices in the absence of the school nurseMay travel between school buildingsOther duties as assignedTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : School yearSALARY : Per BTA Contract - Paraprofessionals UnitBarnstable Public Schools is an EOE and strongly encourages minority candidates to apply.Posted until filled
