Substitute Nurse - LPN

Job Description Glendale Elementary School District Nurse-LPN Purpose Statement The job of Nurse-LPN is done for the purpose/s of overseeing the individual health needs of students; implementing health care plans directed by physicians; providing appropriate immediate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students and/or staff; and identifying health problems for referral and follow up treatm ent. This job reports to Lead Nurse Essential Functions Adm inisters first aid, medication and specialized m edical treatm ent (e.g. catheterizations, blood sugar tests, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. Assesses situations involving students' and staffs' health related issues, safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug) and other for the purpose of identifying problem s, referring for proper treatment and com plying with legal requirem ents. Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, staff, and/or other agencies for the purpose of prom oting needed treatm ent, securing information and com plying with legal requirements. Conducts health screenings (e.g. hearing, vision, immunization com pliance, height/weight relationships, etc.) for the purpose of promoting needed treatment and com plying with legal requirem ents. Implements school health care plans for the purpose of providing appropriate care as directed by health care professional. Maintains student health records (m anual and computerized) (e.g. immunization history, m edication and contact log, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and com plying with m andated requirem ents. Maintains health office (e.g. inventory, supplies, filing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of item s. Monitors health care plans for the purpose of addressing students' health needs and im plementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians. Participates in various emergency drills (e.g. lock downs, safety m eetings, evacuation plans, crisis team , etc.) for the purpose of providing expertise in health related issues. Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and sem inars, including IEP, for the purpose of sharing information and/or im proving skills/knowledge. Prepares a variety of written m aterials (e.g. medication logs, com pliance reports, student activities, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information. Reports incidents and students/staff with contagious diseases (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students and staff personal safety, a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing imm ediate health and safety concerns. Teaches students and staff in-service classes/lessons (e.g. (e.g. m edical procedures, specific issues, hygiene, flu, blood borne pathogens, etc.) for the purpose of m aintaining good health, identifying and providing health care education. Nurse – LPN Page 1 of 2 Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements: M inimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid and CPR; operating standard office equipm ent using pertinent software applications; operating equipm ent used in health care; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. KNOW LEDGE is required to perform basic m ath, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, com pose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: medication side effects/reactions; childhood diseases; physical assessment, specialized treatm ent; and first aid/CPR. ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and sim ilar processes; and operate equipm ent using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipm ent. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipm ent is lim ited to moderate. Specific ability based com petencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining effective relationships, especially with school age children; displaying tact and courtesy; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team ; and working with frequent interruptions. . Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or m ethods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units m ay be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly im pact the organization’s services. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical dem ands occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, k neeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 25% sitting, 35% walking, and 40% standing. The job is perform ed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required. Education: Targeted, job related education with study in job-related area. Equivalency Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses Pre-Employment Proficiency Test Arizona Licensed Practical Nurse CPR for Health Care Providers Valid Driver’s License Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances Retain Arizona Licensed Practical Nurse, IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Required Licensed CPR Recertification biannually Measles/Mum ps/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination, Hearing Screening Recertification every 5 years TB Clearance, Valid form I-9 FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade Non-Exem pt 3 Nurse – LPN Page 2 of 2 #J-18808-Ljbffr Glendale Elementary School District #40