Licensed Practical Nurse

Jenks Public Schools Job Description

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Reports to: Site Principal, Site RN, Health Services Coordinator

Supervises: None

Qualifications:

• Hold or be eligible for a current Practical Nurse License and CPR certificate.
• Satisfy all district requirements with regard to physical health and citizenship.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Position Goal: Support excellence in student learning by functioning as a member of the healthcare team in the school setting.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Perform delegated Nursing Care Skills as appropriate for a Licensed Practical Nurse in compliance with the OK Nurse Practice Act and Jenks Public Schools Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain impeccable Infection Control Practices in all school environments.
• Demonstrate effective verbal, written and electronic communication skills with students, teachers, patrons and other health clinics.
• Document and maintain student health information in a confidential and timely manner utilizing JPS approved systems.
• As necessary, travel to and from school with students in District vehicles.
• Participate in Nursing Collaboration and implement changes as indicated.
• Participate in professional education opportunities as provided by both the District and the community.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Employment Terms: Nine (9) month classified hourly contract

FLSA Qualification: Non-Exempt

Evaluation: Jenks Public Schools Classified Evaluation

Physical Demands:

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 20 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands; repetitive use of fingers and hands.

Occasional Requirements: Reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 40 pounds.

Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information.