LPN - School Nurse

LPN - School NurseReading, PennsylvaniaHourly Pay: $30 - $35 / hour Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with students in the school setting. Hours would be Monday-Thursday 8:00a-2:45p. Why Join Maxim?Competitive pay & weekly paychecksFlexible schedulingCollege Partnership programs & opportunities for continuing educationBenefits*: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) savings plan. PTO.Responsibilities:Identifies, monitors, and manages students with chronic disease and disabilities, and documents the services provided in accordance with orders and care plan.Provides emergency crisis nursing care for physically and/or psychologically ill and injured students and staff.Maintains communicable disease prevention and control through education, policy and enforcement.Conducts physical healthcare assessments and screenings, including temperature checks, vision, hearing, dental, scoliosis and nutritional assessments, etc.Provides counseling and guidance to students, parents and staff regarding health-related attendance problems.Maintains thorough and comprehensive health-related reports, monthly reports, and emergency reports, and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.Provides health education for use by students, families, and school personnel on subjects such as (but not limited to) growth and development, home nursing instruction and first aid.Requirements:Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensures in the state in which the nurse practices inCurrent Health Certificate (per facility).Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.Current BLS card.One year prior LVN/LPN experience preferred.Maxim Benefits:Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal BenefitsLifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Maxim Healthcare Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.