Anticipated LPN Exceptional Learner Academy

LPN Position

Assess and evaluate students' medical history, including social, behavioral, psychological and familial concerns. Utilizing evidenced based practice, identify need for appropriate nursing services in the school setting. Initiate a plan of care with student and family input to best meet needs of individual student. Implement plan of care with consultation with school staff and community providers as necessary. Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and revise plan as necessary. Provides care for students in special needs classroom as assigned. Administer prescribed and approved medication to students with parent/guardian and physician consent. Conducts home visits to initiate or follow up on the health care needs of students. Notify appropriate individuals, ie building nurse, parents, staff, physicians of immediate and potential health related concerns. Provides information about health and disease prevention in cooperation with health education programs within Springfield Public Schools. Promotes healthy programs in collaboration with coalitions, associations, CDC and Department of Public Health. Acts as a resource in health education to students and families and refers to appropriate help agencies when necessary. Report to work as scheduled and conducts self in professional manner. Is a role model for other nurses and for students in SPS. Maintain certification and registration and seeks out own learning experiences to keep current with new trends.

No lifting, bending or twisting restrictions. Must be able to ambulate quickly and walk up four flights of stairs.

A minimum of one to two years of child health, community health or other relevant clinical nursing experience. A valid and current Licensed Practical Nurse License by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. CPR and First Aid Certification by a recognized provider, renewable bi-annually.

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the third largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

Springfield Public School's sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website,

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