Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Tryfacta is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for our client in Ruskin FL 33573. If you meet the qualifications listed below and are interested, please Apply Now!

Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Location: Ruskin FL 33573

Duration: 10 months with possible extension

Work Schedule: 09:35AM to 04:30PM (Mon to Fri)

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide skilled nursing care to students in a school setting based on individualized healthcare plans.
• Administer medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, rectal, and gastric tube routes as prescribed.
• Perform specialized nursing procedures, including nebulizer and inhaler treatments, tracheostomy care, oral and tracheal suctioning, oxygen administration, catheterization, gastric tube feedings, G-tube care, and dressing changes.
• Monitor and manage students with chronic and acute medical conditions, including seizure disorders and diabetes, while responding promptly to medical emergencies using CPR/AED and First Aid.
• Assess students' health status, document care provided, maintain accurate medical records, and collaborate with school staff, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers to ensure safe and effective student care.

Responsibilities for Supporting Medically Fragile Students:

• Provide individualized nursing care to medically fragile students in accordance with their healthcare plans and physician orders.
• Operate and monitor specialized medical equipment, including nebulizers, catheters, IVAC feeding pumps, Kangaroo (K-Pump) gastric and nasogastric feeding systems, and other related devices.
• Assess, monitor, and respond to changes in students' medical conditions, ensuring timely interventions and maintaining a safe school environment.
• Complete the district's required training for the care of medically fragile students and adhere to all school health policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with school staff, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers to support students' health needs, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure continuity of care.

To be considered for this position, you should have:

• Minimum of 2 years of pediatric healthcare experience is required.
• Prior experience in a school-based setting is preferred; however, candidates with pediatric experience in the following areas will also be considered: Home Health Pediatrics, Pediatric Clinic/Outpatient Care or Acute Care Pediatrics
• Active LPN license for the state of FL or Multistate license.
• BLS or CPR Certificate.

Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.