School Nurse-LPN

School LPN Nurse Needed in the BronxLPN Nurse needed in the Bronx for two days per week, 9am-5pm. The scope of services consultant will coordinate and oversee the health care services across two sites. This includes completing all screenings including vision, height, dental, weight and lead. Dental and vision will be monitored and charted if completed prior by the physician. Weight will be monitored and recorded if completed prior and nurse will do follow up after three months. This also includes managing all health and nutrition components of the programs in accordance with federal and state regulations, implementing the medication policy including administration of medication, measuring blood pressure, blood sugar and monitor records to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and function as part of a cohesive team that develops and monitors program operations. Conducting physical assessments: assist all two center base sites with health related information for each child and review all medical information and charts. Document visits at all sites for data collection in accordance with all guidelines for health-related child outcomes. Review child physicals upon enrollment and on a regular basis thereafter to ensure appropriate updates and sustaining of ongoing physical updates. Ensure all physicals have been completed within the last year. Ensure the child is up to date with vaccinations. Provide guidance for the completion of Child Health Care Plans and monitor every six months for update compliance, renewals, or changes in medication and to update doctor/parent permission to continue administering. Review of any medications that are related to allergies or specific medical care instructions and note this information in the children's file.Professional responsibilities include: complying with medical, nursing, and educational ethics. Exhibiting strong organizational and administrative skills to implement and promote the health program. Case management, health intervention and interdisciplinary collaborating skills. Awareness of community resources and referral information. Advanced skills in interpersonal communication and health counseling. Implementing advanced nursing protocols on pediatrics and adolescent medicine.License and current registration as an LPN in the State of New York. Bilingual Spanish required.