OPS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64930090

OPS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64930090

This is a part-time Other Personnel Services (OPS) position that will be responsible for performing health related activities in one of the assigned schools during the current approved school term. This position is PRN and will work on an as needed basis with the requirement that the incumbent must work at least one day mandatory per month based on the Holmes and/or Washington County school district calendars. This position will function within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) as set forth in the Florida Statute NPA 464.003 and the Florida codes (rules) rule #64B9 written by the Florida Board of Nursing. Direct supervision will be provided by a Nursing Program Specialist, Registered Nurse, or the Executive Community Health Nursing Director. Maintains proper documentation and parent awareness of the need to re-supply medication. This will include documentation of minor injuries, lice checks, communicable diseases such as colds, flu, pink eye, and allergic reactions, etc. This position will need to triage students and care for the most critical needs first. The LPN will be responsible for contacting parents to deliver or obtain necessary health information. All required information must be charted in health records with accurate logs maintained. The LPN will be responsible for monitoring the inventory of supplies and equipment and for keeping the clinic area clean and ready for use daily. Dispenses medications to students as needed. This position will monitor the AED's daily for function (Green light on) and check the Emergency Boxes monthly and as indicated and will document on the Emergency Box Log. Supplies will be replaced as needed. Responsible for routine health screenings which include vision, hearing, height, weight, scoliosis, and blood pressure checks. This position will chart and maintain all information for required Comprehensive School Health Report. Performs other required health duties as needed. These may include but not limited to breathing treatments for asthmatics, treatment for elevated or low blood sugars of diabetics and care of a student having a seizure. Performs other clerical duties, including required reports, filing, maintaining confidentiality of student medical records, and answering telephone. Participate in work-site wellness and community presentations when needed. Assists in planning Health Fairs and other School Health activities as needed. Attends mandatory staff meetings and in-service educational presentations as required. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. *This position works approximately 6.5 hours per day based upon Holmes and/or Washington County School District Calendar. Position is a 10-month position and is inactive during Fall, Winter, & Spring Breaks/Holidays, other observed holidays, in-service days, and approximately 8 weeks in the summer.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of basic medical terminology. Knowledge of basic pharmaceutical terminology and calculations. Knowledge of basic computer software and data entry. Skill in using medical instruments or testing equipment. Skill in calibrating liquid unit dosing equipment and dose exchange systems. Skill in taking blood pressure readings. Ability to interview students to obtain health information. Ability to work independently without direct supervision. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to keep accurate records. Ability to distribute prescribed medications. Ability to listen and communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications: Licensure as a practical nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.22 or 8.27. Valid Driver's License

Location: Bonifay, FL, US, 32425 Chipley, FL, US, 32428