School Nurse, LPN, or RN

Covington Independent Public School District

POSITION: SCHOOL NURSE, L.P.N. OR R.N.

SCHOOL/LOCATION: COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or G.E.D. and graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.

· Current license (L.P.N. or R. N.) in the State of Kentucky or proof of temporary work permit from Kentucky Board of Nursing.

· Two to Four year degree from an accredited university.

· One year comprehensive nursing experience.

· Valid Kentucky driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

· First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.

· Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.

· Oral and written communication skills.

· Record-keeping techniques.

· Policies and objective of assigned program and activities.

· Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

· Health and safety regulations.

· Contagious diseases.

ABILITY TO:

· Administer first aid according to established procedures.

· Conduct variety of health screenings.

· Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

· Make referrals and perform follow-up.

· Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.

· Understand and follow written prescriptions.

· Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

· Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

· Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.

· Complete work with many interruptions.

· Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.

· Observe health and safety regulations.

JOB GOAL:

· Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Administers CPR, first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems to students and school employees as needed.

· Conducts height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; and observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.

· Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follows-up as necessary.

· Maintains health records and medical logs; updates immunization and student records as needed; prepares and submits periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assures compliance with established laws and regulations.

· Dispenses and retains medication and performs medical treatment in accordance with physician’s instructions within District guidelines.

· Communicates with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information, and obtains student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.

· Provides information and makes recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students.

· Makes home visits as requested in order to support student health needs.

· Maintains stock of first aid supplies; assures medical equipment is in proper working condition; orders supplies and equipment as needed.

· Participates in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.

· Maintains current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.

· Attends committee meetings and conferences regarding health service and health curriculum.

· Completes work with many interruptions.

· Participates in in-service training programs.

· Performs other assignments consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Health Service

CONTRACT: 185 Days – adjusted for the remainder of the year

SALARY: $21.63 @ 0 Experience LPN

$29.20 @ 0 Experience RN

$45,485 @ 0 Experience RN-BSN

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

· Complete the online application at: https://www.applitrack.com/covingtonky/onlineapp/

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.88 - $31.17 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• School

Ability to Relocate:

• Covington, KY 41011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22