What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse/Aide position at Lamar CISD (TX)?
Login to Apply Licensed Vocational Nurse / AideJOB STATUS : UNTIL FILLED POSTING DATE : 11 / 22 / 2024 POSTING NUMBER : 00006805 LOCATION : Fulshear High School POSITION TITLE : Licensed Vocational Nurse / AideJOB DESCRIPTION : Primary Purpose : To assist the Registered Nurse in providing related health care services for IDEA eligible special needs student(s) diagnosed with severe medical conditions and considered medically fragile. Will be responsible for implementing special procedures, and other necessary health care specific to these students.RESPONSIBILITIES : Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Nursing duties for specified IDEA eligible students as assigned by the supervising registered nurse.
- Contact the supervising RN immediately in the event of severe illness, medical emergency, accident, or crisis situation of assigned IDEA eligible students.
- Dispense medication to specific IDEA eligible students as assigned by the campus principal, according to law and district policy.
- Upon the satisfactory completion of training, perform nursing treatments and / or procedures for IDEA eligible students as delegated by the supervising RN. Is responsible for all documentation of services and care provided to special needs IDEA eligible students assigned to his / her care.
- Perform duties as assigned by the supervising RN, building principal or supervisor of nurses for IDEA eligible special needs students.
- Participate in special programs and ARDs related to IDEA eligible students as required by individual campuses and / or the supervising RN.
- Assist in updating health screening, health care, and health education programs for IDEA eligible special needs students by attending in-services, workshops, and training sessions that provide current health information relating to these students.
- Assist in documenting medication on daily log including time, dosage, and person administering when dispensing medication to IDEA eligible students.
- Assist Registered Nurse in completing accident reports for the IDEA eligible students to whom assigned.
- Cooperate with all student service departments, faculty, and parents to meet the needs of IDEA eligible Special needs students.
- Support the philosophy of individual school campuses, the school district, and the school health program.
- Cooperate with other staff members in child abuse and drug abuse cases; assist with the documentation and referral process on specified IDEA students according to district guidelines.Professional Growth and Development
- Attend all required classes, in services, and seminars necessary to maintain current licensure for vocational nursing in the State of Texas and keep abreast of current and pertinent health knowledge by attending staff development, and participating in appropriate nursing organizations.School / Community Relations
- Assist the registered nurse in providing referrals and follow-up on identified health problems as necessary to attain optimum health for specified IDEA eligible students.
- Assist in making home visits with the RN as necessary for continuity of care and follow-up of problems as needed for specified IDEA eligible students. Act as a liaison between the school, the home and the community, regarding student health needs, referrals and follow-ups.School / Organizational Climate
- Promote health by participation in community health activities.
- Attendance at work is an essential function.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.EXPERIENCE : QUALIFICATIONS : Minimum Education / Certification :
- LVN certification and current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas
- State certification in hearing and vision screening
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Eligible for coverage under the District's vehicle insurance program
- Current CPR Certification
- Certified by Texas Department of Health to perform hearing, vision, and scoliosis screening.Special Knowledge / Skills :
- Knowledge of basic office procedures
- Knowledge consistent with LVN licensure with regard to first aid, medications, health conditions and problems, growth and development of children, and management of school related illnesses, crises, emergency situations and special procedures (i.e., suctioning, catheterizing, tube feeding, etc.)OTHER INFORMATION : Working Conditions : Mental / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors : Ability to concentrate (detailed work), communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; reason, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, read, coordinate district functions, compile, compute, instruct, and maintain emotional control under stress. Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over), sitting, walking, climbing (stairs), hearing, stooping, speech, travel (occasional in-district), visual acuity, driving, kneeling, distinguishing colors, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, standing. Outside and inside, works around moving objects or vehicles, temperature extremes, humidity extremes, unusual fatigue factors (long hours of walking and standing), working with hands in water, noise, microwaves, biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces.JOB CONTACT INFORMATION : APPLY TO : The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.GROUP / GRADE : Wage / Hour Status : Hourly; Reports To : Nurse / Building Principal / Director of Student Support Services; Date Revised : August 2020 SALARY : Pay Grade : 8 DAYS : 187
